EWEB reaffirms commitment to resilience with Wildfire Mitigation Plan approval
The utility is testing new equipment, leveraging technology, and incorporating third-party expertise to bolster electric system resiliency to a range of threats, including wildfire.
Energy conservation could offset large portion of growth in power demand
Preliminary results of an EWEB study indicate that cutting back demand can contribute to maintaining a reliable, affordable energy supply.
Groups suing EWEB will burden customers with litigation-driven costs
EWEB expresses disappointment that groups choose court over collaboration and firmly disputes the claims made in the lawsuit relating to operation of the utility’s Carmen-Smith Hydroelectric Project nearly 70 miles east of Eugene. EWEB takes its environmental and public safety responsibilities seriously. Contrary to the assertions in the lawsuit, construction of fish passage was postponed because EWEB’s regulator, the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), required the utility to study and resolve urgent dam safety issues first.
Rising Together: Female operation staffers begin industry mentorship program
One week into Women's History Month and just before International Women's Day on March 8, three women in EWEB leadership roles embarked on a 10-month-long journey of mentorship, fellowship, and professional development.
