Utilities

When ratepayers are forced to subsidize utility political activity through state-set rates, utilities and the state compel objecting ratepayers to fund a private company's political speech.

A proposal that would force investor-owned utilities to submit wildfire plans is under attack for what critics say is its focus on shielding companies from lawsuits.

In five western states, PacifiCorp is involved in bills that would offer some protection against lawsuits for powerline-ignited wildfires if companies get mitigation plans approved by the state.

PacifiCorp has waged a campaign, in the courts and now in the halls of the state Capitol, to reduce its financial obligation.

A bill introduced Tuesday would create a fund to help people who lose homes or businesses to utility-caused wildfires — as long as they agree not to sue utility companies for that damage.

A breakthrough report details how utility companies use bogus models to earn excess profits.

Customers of Oregon’s largest investor-owned electric utility pay more than 40% more for their electricity today than they did just four years ago.