Pacific Power, a subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway Energy, seeks a 16.9% rate increase from Oregon regulators, justifying it with upgrades, renewable energy investment, and wildfire risk management.

Pacific Power, one of Oregon's largest electric companies, has requested permission from the Oregon Public Utility Commission (OPUC) to increase its rates by up to 16.9%. The increase would affect residential customers and is estimated to raise the typical monthly bill by approximately $30. The company said the funds raised would help to pay for renewable power sources and upgrades to the grid, as well as covering the costs of managing wildfires, which have become increasingly frequent and expensive.

February 15, 2024
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