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CUB Updates

Note the Oregon Short Legislative Session Wrapup
SB 1518 includes establishment of  the Resilient Energy Building Task Force for energy efficiency in commercial buildings
SB 1536 relates to the heat wave last summer and enables financing for air conditioners and heat pumps.  This includes assistance for homeowners and renters in the purchase of heat pumps.  Also Dan Rayfield is the new Speaker of the House!
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From: Oregon CUB <outr...@oregoncub.org>
Date: Wed, Mar 30, 2022 at 2:32 PM
Subject: News from the Oregon Citizens' Utility Board
To: Kirk Rensmeyer <kren...@gmail.com>


March 2022 CUB E-News Digest

Oregon CUB Website

CUB News Digest / Volume 12 Issue 3 / March 30, 2022

Read on for CUB's monthly round-up of blogs from our team of utility policy experts!

CUB Members and Community Groups Speak Out Against NW Natural (March 22, 2022)

Last Call for Comments: The Public Utility Commission will be accepting public comments on NW Natural's proposed 12% rate increase through March 31. If you would like to add your comments, you can do so using CUB’s Action Form or by emailing puc.publi...@puc.oregon.gov with the subject line “Public Comments on UG 435”.
 
CUB sends big thanks to all our members who spoke out at the recent public hearing on this rate case. Check out our March 22 blog to see what CUB members shared at the hearing.
To create a future that cares for both people and planet, we need to build better. Better homes, better places of work, better schools, better buildings. In this blog, we cover why buildings are a major climate issue, explore “decarbonization,” and look at action steps for building with less climate pollution.

Gas Utilities Sue to Avoid Reducing Emissions (March 24, 2022)

Oregon's gas utilities are suing to block the state's Climate Protection Program. CUB is concerned that the lawsuit increases economic risk to customers - while these utilities invest in new pipelines, the cost of future regulatory compliance rises.

2022 Oregon Short Legislative Session Wrap-up (March 16, 2022)

The 2022 Oregon Legislative Session ended with all CUB-supported bills becoming law. The new laws protect Oregonians' access to energy efficient cooling and heating resources, support high-speed internet access, and help Oregon move closer toward building decarbonization.

Welcoming New and Re-Elected CUB Board Members (March 8, 2022)

Thanks to all CUB members who voted in our recent board election. Check out this blog update to learn more about returning board members Shelley Batty, Rob Brading, and Christy Anderson Brekken, and newly elected board member Reba Crocker!

New Income-Based Utility Assistance Programs Coming for Portland General Electric and Cascade Customers (March 1, 2022)

Starting in April, Oregonians will begin to see the rollout of income-qualified energy utility assistance opportunities, thanks to the 2021 Energy Affordability Act. The first two are from Portland General Electric & Cascade Natural Gas.

Other Upcoming Events: 

  • April 2022 CUB Board Meeting (Monday April 4, 2022)
    • 5:30-7:00pm - Online via Zoom
    • CUB Board meetings are open to the public except in cases of executive sessions. Community members who are interested in attending any CUB Board meeting are welcome to email CUB Operations Manager Thomas Jerin at tho...@oregoncub.org to receive the meeting agenda and Zoom log-in information.
  • Regular Public Meeting - Oregon Public Utility Commission (Tuesday Apr 5, 2022)
    • 9:30am - Online via Zoom
    • Regular agenda includes: hearings on Portland General Electric's interim low-income discount program and CenturyLink's monthly rates for residential access lines.
    • See the agenda, log-in information, and how to submit comments here
  • Knowledge is Power: Understanding Your Utility Bills (Monday Apr 18, 2022)
    • 12:00-1:00pm - Online
    • For many households, understanding what goes into your monthly energy bills can be confusing. In this presentation, learn to read and understand your bills from Portland General Electric, Pacific Power, and NW Natural Gas. We'll cover the types of charges and what they mean, seasonal trends, and tips on saving energy. We'll discuss different billing options, including equal pay and time of use. And, you'll learn about optional renewable energy programs.
    • Learn more, including how to receive log-in information, here
  • May 2022 CUB Board Meeting (Monday May 2, 2022)
    • 5:30-7:00pm - Online via Zoom
    • CUB Board meetings are open to the public except in cases of executive sessions. Community members who are interested in attending any CUB Board meeting are welcome to email CUB Operations Manager Thomas Jerin at tho...@oregoncub.org to receive the meeting agenda and Zoom log-in information.
  • 2022 Annual CUB Members Meeting (Wednesday May 25, 2022)
    • 6:00-7:00pm - Online via Zoom
    • Hear updates from CUB on our programs, learn how you can get involved, and share your utility priorities!
    • Visit bit.ly/CUBmembers22 to RSVP and receive log-in information

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