February 22 2021

February 22, 2021

Could a Texas-like Power Crisis Happen Here?

As Texas struggles to restore electricity to millions, locals may be wondering if a similar crisis could happen here, and what utility operators and individuals can do to prepare for unprecedented weather events.

November 24 2020

November 24, 2020

Pondering Peak Power on Thanksgiving

Have you ever wondered what happens to the electric grid on Thanksgiving?

November 18 2020

November 18, 2020

Recent Rains Impact Drinking Water Treatment but Not Quality

Heavy rain in the McKenzie Valley over the weekend gave EWEB’s water quality team a close look at the potential impacts from the Holiday Farm Fire on source water.

November 09 2020

November 09, 2020

Northwest Youth Corps Help with Holiday Farm Fire Restoration

Crews of young people are helping to protect Eugene’s drinking water by mitigating the impact of post-fire soil erosion along the McKenzie River.

October 16 2020

October 16, 2020

Wildfire Watershed Recovery Effort Underway

In the aftermath of the Holiday Farm Fire, we’re working to protect the safety and security of our community’s sole source of drinking water.