Quick Fact

As OPALCO noted in our 2021 Decarbonization Quick Fact: Carbon emissions have jumped over 30% during the last 100 years. As many as 1 million species are now at risk of … Read more

The energy world is changing dramatically due to climate impacts and the transition toward renewable power. The goal of the state and nation is to transition away from fossil fuels … Read more

Rooftop Solar and Our Local Energy Future Washington State is pushing hard to remove carbon emissions from our daily lives –  decommissioning coal plants and electrifying heating and transportation (including … Read more

Note: Due to permitting issues this project is on hold. See this 3-part series on the project to learn more: Part 1: Why Local Renewable Generation Part 2: Why Bailer … Read more

OPALCO’s power supply system from the mainland is currently at capacity during peak usage events such as extreme low winter temperatures. The San Juan Islands, like many remote and rural … Read more

In the electric industry, power surges are unavoidable. However, just like with home security systems, there are things we can do to protect us from surges, though never fully. The … Read more