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Preparing Battery Backup Systems for Winter Storms & Power Outages

Preparing Battery Backup Systems for Winter Storms & Power Outages

As the colder months approach, homeowners brace themselves for the challenges that come with winter storms—icy roads, heavy snowfall, and perhaps the most disruptive, power outages. When snow and ice cause widespread outages or when energy demand peaks during cold spells, the resulting loss of power can create significant discomfort,

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Energy Price Inflation Outpacing Overall Inflation CPI

Energy Price Inflation Outpacing Overall Inflation

The cost of living is constantly rising, but one area where inflation has hit especially hard is energy: energy prices. Utility rates have been climbing at a rate far outpacing general consumer price inflation, putting pressure on households and businesses alike. With utility prices showing no signs of slowing down,

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Oregon Utility Companies Raising Energy Rates in 2025

Oregon Utility Companies Raising Rates in 2025

Numerous Oregon utility companies raised energy rates in 2025. Those increasing rates include large and small utility companies, cooperatives (Coops), and public utility districts (PUDs). Some utilities are raising prices more than they have in decades.  Here is a breakdown of the energy rate increases hitting Oregon in 2025 Portland

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