Energy Efficiency Project
NORPAC, BPA, and Cowlitz PUD Partner on Largest Ever Northwest Energy Efficiency Project. Press Release

PUD Budget Summary
To keep the public accurately informed about Cowlitz PUD business, we are making accessible the 2012 Budget Summary Report via the following link: 2012 Budget Summary.

New Rates in Effect
The PUD Board of Commissioners have adopted new electric rates, which took effect with bills processed on and after November 1. Rates increased by an overall average of 17.5 percent, primarily driven by higher wholesale power costs and an expected decline in revenue from wind power sales in 2012.
More information:
Press release, General Manager's Presentation, FAQ, New Rates

Connect to Energy Efficiency There's dozens of ways you can cut your electric usage. Read through the Connect to Energy Efficiency booklet and find how you can begin saving energy around your home or business. To get a free copy of the booklet, stop by the office and pick one up or email us and request we send you one.

Where Are You Using Electricity Around Your Home?
The PUD has updated it's helpful Watt Watcher Guide. Take a look to see how you are using electricity around the house.

PUD Lineworkers Use Safety Trailer to Help Teach the Potential Dangers of Electricity
Hundreds of Cowlitz County elementary school students have learned about electrical safety with the help of PUD electrical workers and the PUD's safety trailer. Check out our safety trailer video demo, available on the PUD's YouTube page.