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State of Oregon's Plan for 100% Renewable Energy by 2040
Key Goals & Legislation
- In 2021 the legislature passed House Bill 2021, which among other things sets a requirement that large electricity providers in Oregon reduce greenhouse-gas emissions from electricity they supply: 80 % below baseline by 2030; 90 % by 2035; and 100 % (i.e., net-zero GHG emissions) by 2040. Oregon+1
- Oregon’s renewable portfolio standard (RPS) for “large” investor-owned utilities was amended via Senate Bill 1547 (2016) to require at least 50 % of electricity supplied from qualifying renewable resources by 2040. Oregon
- Utilities such as Portland General Electric (PGE) and PacifiCorp (via its Oregon operations) have filed Clean Energy Plans (CEPs) aligned with these targets. For example, PacifiCorp’s Oregon Clean Energy Plan outlines how it will work toward “100% renewable and non-carbon-emitting energy” in Oregon by 2040. PacifiCorp+1
- The draft state-wide energy strategy work by the Oregon Department of Energy (ODOE) is engaging public input on how to meet these targets, including pathways, policy and action. opb
What the Plan Implies
- The “100% by 2040” GHG target means that electricity providers must shift away from fossil fuels (coal, gas) toward non-emitting resources (renewables, non-carbon generation) for the electricity they serve in Oregon.
- The RPS goal of 50% renewables by 2040 (for qualifying renewable resources) sets a quantitative floor for “new” renewables (wind, solar, geothermal, etc.). But the GHG law is more ambitious (net-zero emissions) and covers the entire generation portfolio.
- The planning process emphasises equity, community-based renewable energy, stakeholder engagement (especially with tribal and disadvantaged communities), reliability, grid modernization, and costs. Davis Wright Tremaine+1
- Because many parts of Oregon’s electricity currently come from large hydro, natural gas, etc., meeting 2040 will involve major system changes: new generation, storage (batteries), transmission upgrades, demand-side management (efficiency, demand response), and likely some flexibility or transitional resources.
- There will likely be interim milestones (2030, 2035) that providers will need to show plans for, so monitoring progress is important.
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Understanding Climate Change
What we do know
- PGE’s 2023 Clean Energy Plan / Integrated Resource Plan (CEP/IRP) states that the path to meet the clean-electricity / emissions targets must maintain “affordability” as one of its core goals. Portland General Electric+2Contentful+2
- PGE notes that resource cost assumptions have increased (for renewables, transmission, storage) and that the timing of additions is constrained. Portland General Electric+1
- The Oregon Department of Energy (ODOE) reports that retail electricity prices in Oregon have risen by ~26-30% between 2020 and 2024, for reasons including higher wholesale costs, infrastructure needs, extreme weather costs, and increased demand. Energy Info
- There are recent calls from consumer advocacy groups (e.g., the Oregon Citizens’ Utility Board) urging PGE to rely more heavily on energy-efficiency to keep cost increases lower. Oregon CB
Given the absence of a published specific consumer-bill increase figure, here’s a reasoned interpretation based on available data:
- If retail electricity rates in Oregon rose ~26-30% over four years (2020-24) largely due to multiple cost pressures including the clean-energy transition, that suggests the clean-energy transition is one of the cost drivers, but not the only one.
- PGE has committed to keeping the clean transition as affordable as possible, so the utility likely expects incremental bill increases phased over time rather than a single big jump.
- Because PGE says post-2030 cost projections are uncertain, the major “bill increase” risk might occur later (2030-2040) when long-duration storage, transmission upgrades, and new technologies become necessary.
So a reasonable ballpark might be that consumers could see bill increases in the low-to-mid single-digit percent per year over part of the transition period (above inflation), rather than a dramatic one-time jump — but that's my inference, not a stated utility number.
What to look for / ask PGE or regulators
- Ask PGE for their “average residential bill forecast” under the CEP/IRP (by year, e.g., 2025, 2030, 2035).
- Ask regulators (PUC) for a cost-impact analysis of HB 2021 (the Oregon clean-electricity law) on consumer rates.
- Monitor PGE rate-case filings: utilities often file “cost of service” and “rate impact” data in regulatory proceedings.
- Check whether PGE’s upcoming CEP update (due to regulators’ direction) includes a more detailed consumer-cost projection. Oregon CUB+1
UPCOMING EVENTS
Renewable Energy Collective Black and White Party
Renewable Energy Collection is pleased to introduce our organization and extend a warm invitation to you and your team to attend our upcoming Black & White Holiday Event. This special gathering is presented in collaboration with our valued partners and is designed to celebrate the future of renewable energy.
Who We Are - Renewable Energy Collective
Ray Shellmire
Terry Glenn Robinson
Terry Glenn Robinson
Ray's vision for Renewable Energy Collective, he envisions a Portland community where the environment is protected and preserved for future generations. We aim to create a sustainable future for all by promoting eco-friendly practices.
Ray Shellmire leads Shellmire Unlimited, P.C., a trauma-informed mental health and wellness agency commi
Ray's vision for Renewable Energy Collective, he envisions a Portland community where the environment is protected and preserved for future generations. We aim to create a sustainable future for all by promoting eco-friendly practices.
Ray Shellmire leads Shellmire Unlimited, P.C., a trauma-informed mental health and wellness agency committed to serving African Americans, Africans, underserved communities, and the general public. Guided by the belief that “optimal health applies to all humans,” the agency works to share a framework that helps individuals and communities achieve lasting well-being.
Serving children, adolescents, and adults, Shellmire Unlimited focuses on helping people recognize their boundless potential by building the knowledge, skills, and tools needed for positive, permanent change.
Terry Glenn Robinson
Terry Glenn Robinson
Terry Glenn Robinson
Terry Robinson is the Founder and Executive Director of the Renewable Energy Collective and We Need To Talk Workshops (WNTT), where he leads community-focused initiatives and conversations. For the past decade, he has also served as Board President of the San Diego–based Lincoln Hornets Alumni Association (LHAA), strengthening connectio
Terry Robinson is the Founder and Executive Director of the Renewable Energy Collective and We Need To Talk Workshops (WNTT), where he leads community-focused initiatives and conversations. For the past decade, he has also served as Board President of the San Diego–based Lincoln Hornets Alumni Association (LHAA), strengthening connections between Lincoln High School and its broader community.
In 2022, Terry was honored by Norman Powell’s Understand the Grind Foundation for his dedication to service. With over 30 years of experience in insurance and telecommunications operations, he brings deep insight into bridging gaps between service providers and the communities they serve. A licensed Insurance Broker in Oregon and Washington, Terry specializes in nonprofit insurance consultation.
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