Quick Fact – OPALCO’s Energy Future Strategy
OPALCO is predicting approximately a 30% increase in electricity usage in the next 20 years. OPALCO must plan for that growth to ensure safe and reliable power for the community. … Read more
Our Energy Future
Quick Fact: OPALCO’s 2025 Renewable Energy Survey
OPALCO’s Renewable Energy Dilemma The 2025 member survey revealed something important: OPALCO members support reliable, affordable, and cleaner electricity — but many of the projects needed to provide that power … Read more
Quick Fact – OPALCO Rates
Balancing Cost, Benefit, and Fairness As a non-profit co-op, OPALCO keeps rates as low as possible by controlling expenses and pricing electricity at the residential and commercial cost of service. Though … Read more
Tidal Energy in the Salish Sea
Project on hold awaiting Department of Energy Funding The Orcas Power & Light Cooperative team recently wrapped up phase one of the Rosario Strait Tidal Energy Pilot Project draft license … Read more
Quick Fact: Where Does OPALCO Stand on Regional Power and the Dams?
OPALCO’s mission is to provide reliable power to its membership. OPALCO’s power comes from the Bonneville Power Administration (BPA), which utilizes hydropower, some of it from the Lower Snake River … Read more
Quick Fact: Essential Public Facilities
ESSENTIAL PUBLIC FACILITIES is a legal category for hard to site public serving facilities that local codes can outline mitigation conditions but without outright prohibition. Essential Public Facility status ensures … Read more