Data center growth is exploding across the US, fueling a rise in energy bills! CUB supports the Power to the People Act, introduced into the US Senate to address the rising impact of data centers. Learn more in our blog: https://loom.ly/3FoYdNc #datacenters #energy #utilities

🚨New Campaign Alert 🚨 Cascade Gas is asking regulators to increase residential customers' bills by 17.4%, with more increases potentially on the way! Learn more in our latest blog: https://loom.ly/k2MnNXA #energy #gas

Spread the news! Oregon's moratorium on utility disconnection has been extended until March 1, 2026, for most customers. Check out the full details in our blog: https://loom.ly/W3ASaKg #utilties #energy

Are you ready to take action for energy affordability? Volunteer with CUB! RSVP to our online volunteer training this Thursday, 5:30-7:00 PM: https://loom.ly/HTQnbUg #affordablility #energy #utilities

This week, CUB, 350PDX, @columbiariverkeeper, @oregonrural, @oregonagtrust, and @datasociety.bsky.social gathered with the Portland community to talk data centers at the 28 Rumble on the River! Read our recap here: https://loom.ly/15qElYA #datacenters #energypolicy

After a record number of households were disconnected in 2024, CUB and energy advocates pushed regulators to pass expanded disconnection protections for struggling customers. Learn about these new protections at our blog: https://loom.ly/cCyKfdA #energypolicy #disconnection #utilities

It's up to us to keep our communities safe. This week, NW Natural posted a public notice after receiving reports that federal agents are impersonating utility workers. Learn how to protect your community with these tips: https://loom.ly/GyBP6O0 #energy #utilites

🚨Final Chance to Donate in 2025🚨As the year comes to a close, help us start 2026 strong by making a final contribution for energy affordability today! https://loom.ly/gSOD-0o #energy #utilities

On behalf of everyone at CUB, we wish you a peaceful holiday season! Our staff is taking a short winter break to start 2026 strong. Thank you for understanding ♥️ #energy #happyholidays

From saving customers millions to passing 4 energy affordability bills, we're incredibly proud of what we accomplished this year! Celebrate our 2025 wins by donating to CUB today: https://loom.ly/gSOD-0o #energy #energyaffordability

This year, we worked hard to share the energy issues that most impact your household. There were some clear favorites! Check out our staff's picks (https://loom.ly/dWV7UZI) and readers' favorites (https://loom.ly/8w59ALo) for 2025! #utilities #energy

Will you give for energy affordability? We have so much to be proud of this year! Contribute today to ensure we keep winning big for customers in 2026. Donate here: https://loom.ly/gSOD-0o #utilities #energy

Why do we need a #cleanenergy transition? Because the average Oregonian could lose about $12,000 in income each year from climate change. Learn more about the cost of inaction at our blog: https://loom.ly/uV0HWz0#cleanenergy #utilities #energy

This November, @odoenergy.bsky.social unveiled the Oregon Energy Strategy. Big takeaway: Oregon must invest in a clean energy transition now to save money in the long run. Read more in our blog: https://loom.ly/P4qo_Tw #energy #climatechange

🚨Community Alert🚨ICE Agents in AZ pretended to be utility workers while attempting to detain an immigrant without status at their home. Although we haven't seen this in Oregon, our communities must stay informed. Learn more: https://loom.ly/iaa8NX8 #KnowYourRights #ImmigrantJustice #energyissues

High energy bills have been on everyone's minds. This #GivingTuesday support CUB's fight for affordable energy!

Has Your Energy Bill Gone Up? Submit your energy bill to The New York Times to show how rising energy costs impact your household! www.nytimes.com/2025/10/06/o...

🚨Good news alert 🚨 After pressure from Senator Deb Patterson and 17 other legislators, 3 of Oregon's largest utilities agreed to a voluntary pause on disconnections for some customers through the rest of 2025! 👏 Learn more here: https://loom.ly/wUQeyxo #energy #utilities

🚨Action alert 🚨 On Nov. 20, regulators will decide on new rules for utility disconnections. We need stronger protections and a disconnections moratorium this winter. Add your name to our community letter and help keep Oregon families connected: https://loom.ly/3aB0DvY #energyaffordability

Join CUB staff at the NW Energy Coalition Fall 2025 Clean & Affordable Energy Conference in Portland on December 3! NWEC's Fall Conference tackles energy demand, climate resilience, and transmission planning. Be part of the clean energy conversation. Register today: https://loom.ly/pcAD38Q #energy

Check out these updates on the NW Natural rate case we worked on this year. Use the 🔗 to read all about it. #energyaffordability loom.ly/1kITKHM

A closer look at a few of the Portland area businesses offering free meals

We are launching a month-long public comment drive to tell the PUC we want data centers held accountable for their costs. Take action today, using the link! Join CUB and other great community Orgs in fighting for affordable energy! loom.ly/mP7SajM

We're fighting to hold data centers accountable for their costs this fall. Read the full blog🔗 to learn more about this case with PGE. #energyaffordability #orpol loom.ly/mAtZx3E

PGE is asking for $72.3 million for distribution infrastructure. We're asking for transparency so we know what we're paying for. Read on to learn what's happening with docket UE 459. #energyaffordability https://loom.ly/Tv44948

Join us in urging utility regulators for more transparency on PGE's request for $72.3 million. Read more about docket UE 459, and drop a public comment using the link🔗 #energyaffordability https://loom.ly/4mfWsv8

Join us in welcoming our newest addition to the CUB team: Emily Dougan, Utility Analyst! Learn about Emily in our blog: https://loom.ly/drooc1o #utilities #energy

That's a wrap on CUB's 15th annual energy policy conference! On Oct. 3rd, energy professionals from across the PNW gathered in Portland to explore solutions to our region's most pressing energy needs. Check out the highlights in our latest blog: https://loom.ly/fRKVZIQ #energypolicy #climate

We're only 1 week away from the 15th Annual Energy Policy Conference! Join us on Friday, October 3, to explore innovative solutions to Oregon's clean energy transition. Learn more: https://loom.ly/Qk3q0rw #energypolicy #energyjustice #utilities #datacenters

We're less than two weeks away from CUB's 2025 Conference, and we couldn't be more excited! Today, we're announcing our official agenda. Learn more in our blog: https://loom.ly/uWUG-FM #utilities #energypolicy

Get ready to make your home healthy, safe & comfy! Join us for Electrify Portland! on Saturday, Sept. 27th. Whether you're a homeowner or renter, this free, home electrification fair offers inspiration & practical tips for switching from gas or older electric to efficient, renewable electric.

Are you an Avista customer living in an apartment complex or other multi-family housing? You may be able to lower your bill with Avista's multi-family housing rate. Use our guide to see if you're eligible: https://loom.ly/2J68C5k #utilities #apartments #energy

We're excited to announce that two new staff members have joined our team! Lizzie Lesch-Abhaya and Olivia Awbrey bring a wealth of experience to CUB. Learn more in our blog: https://loom.ly/qUV4Cfo #energypolicy

CUB is thrilled to announce our 2025 Consumer Champion Award: Representative Nathan Sosa! Learn more about Sosa's work to create a more equitable energy future in our latest blog: https://loom.ly/tD0FD5A #affordableenergy #utilities #energypolicy

We're thrilled to announce the keynote address of CUB's 2025 Conference: a Fireside Chat with Janine Benner & Letha Tawney! Purchase your ticket to CUB's 15th Annual Policy Conference Today! https://loom.ly/EPSXGcM #cleanenergy

Are you a CenturyLink customer who's experienced a service outage? You're not alone! CenturyLink has failed Oregon customers. Learn about the fight for reliable service in our latest blog: https://loom.ly/My0-Oks #affordableenergy #utilties #CenturyLink

CUB's Community Organizer, David, set out to answer a question we get asked often: What happens if I miss paying my utility bill? Learn ways to prevent disconnection in this helpful blog: https://loom.ly/KWoz_qk #utilitybills #energypolicy #disconnection

After initially requesting a 7% increase, CUB helped reduce Avista's latest request to raise gas rates by nearly 50%, saving customers $ on their monthly bills! Learn more in our latest blog: https://loom.ly/y8rrPC8 #energypolicy #utilities #energyjustice

Have you been impacted by extreme summer weather? We're gathering stories about how households like yours are impacted by summer heat and air events. Share your story today! https://loom.ly/wqkkebk #climatechange #energypolicy #renewableenergy

We're going back to 2021, when Oregon passed 100% Clean Electricity, in the featured panel of the 2025 CUB Conference, 2021: Back to the Future! Learn more here: https://loom.ly/oYB85C4 #EnergyPolicy #EnergyTransition #CleanEnergy

Diane is safer and more comfortable thanks to her new, energy efficient heat pump. Community Energy Project helps people string together the incentives, resources, and labor to do projects like this. Success one home at a time! 🏡 Read: www.communityenergyproject.org/from-heatwav...

Oregonians made it clear: enough is enough with rising energy bills. Today, we celebrate four major wins for energy affordability with the Governor, including a speech from our friends at Verde!

It’s time to celebrate! Today, Gov. Kotek signed four bills that tackle some of the biggest root causes of Oregon’s energy affordability crisis #orpol

Oregon is facing yet another heatwave 🥵 Thankfully, Oregonians are protected from disconnection because of CUB and fellow energy advocates. Learn more at the link in our bio! A special thank you to the community partners who helped secure these protections. Check out their work!

Make your home healthy, safe, and comfy! Join @Electrify.PDX on Sunday, September 27th, from 11 am to 3 pm, at the beautiful Redd on Salmon Street. RSVP here: https://loom.ly/Wtd0NQY #electrify #electrifying #solarpower #energyefficiency

Only two months until the CUB conference, and we have a stacked schedule! Check out our afternoon panel, Powering Careers: Workforce Development for a Clean Energy Transition, moderated by Ryan Tran! Learn more: https://loom.ly/vshDf38 #energy #energypolicy

This weekend will see a heat advisory across Oregon. Remember that the new temporary summer disconnection rules are triggered by events like this. Share with your community, so folks can stay connected! Read the blog here: oregoncub.org/news/water-w...

Read our latest blog on how to protect yourself and your community from dishonest people impersonating utility workers! loom.ly/GyBP6O0

On August 20th, @sierraclub.org is hosting a free webinar exploring how the rush to build large data centers is driving a new climate crisis and impacting ratepayers. RSVP here: https://loom.ly/d_7EMdw #energy #datacenters #utilties

Check out this great webinar on how data centers are changing the conversation in energy policy! #energy #datacenters @sierraclub.org