May 21 2019

May 21, 2019

Federal Regulators Grant New License for Carmen-Smith Hydro Project

The Eugene Water & Electric Board has received a new 40-year operating license for our largest utility-owned generation facility – the Carmen-Smith Hydroelectric Project on the upper McKenzie River. The new license, issued by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, will allow us to operate the carbon-free, renewable hydroelectric facility through at least May 2059. The project generates enough electricity to power nearly 16,000 homes.

November 08 2018

November 08, 2018

With EWEB assistance Amazon Corner acheives lower operating cost and a reduced carbon footprint

With guidance and support provided through EWEB's commercial energy efficiency programs, the developer of a new five-story mixed-use building incorporated efficient LED lighting and a ductless heat pump system.

September 10 2018

September 10, 2018

National Drive Electric Week Highlights Clean, Low-carbon Transportation

Here in the Pacific Northwest, where we enjoy abundant, low-cost hydroelectric power, EVs are a smart economic choice and an important piece of the region's move away from fossil fuels.

June 11 2018

June 11, 2018

Board of Commissioners Meeting Highlights - June, 2018

As a public utility, it’s important for us to be open and transparent with you—our customer-owners. Here are some highlights from this month’s meeting of your citizen-elected Board of Commissioners.

May 16 2018

May 16, 2018

2018 Greenpower Grant Winners

Friends of Trees, St. Vincent de Paul of Lane County and the Eugene Science Center each won 2018 Greenpower Grants of up to $50,000 from the Eugene Water & Electric Board’s Greenpower Program.