Upcoming Decisions of Interest

Pending: General Rate Cases

View more details for the pending rate cases below and how to comment. Please note, energy rates can adjust due to filings with the PUC other than general rate case filings -- such as filings to adjust rates to the actual cost to purchase power. Those dockets (cases) are not listed here.

View the links to access documents filed and schedules for each docket (case) noted below. To learn a bit about the rate case process, watch this video (start at 2:40 in the meeting.)

Regulated Electric & Natural Gas Utilities

Avista - Docket UG 519

View the press release for details about the proposed rate increase or visit the docket UG 519. We encourage the public to comment on the proposed increase. Comments are accepted through April 22, 2025. View the bottom of this page for details on how to comment via online form, email, phone, or mail.

NW Natural Gas - Docket UG 520

View the press release for details about the proposed rate increase and opportunities to comment on NW Natural's proposed rate increase. Public comment on this docket is encouraged by June 5, 2025. View the bottom of this page for details on how to comment via online form, email, phone, or mail.

Pending: Certificate of Public Convenience (CPCN)

PGE CPCN Petition - Docket PCN 6

On April 17, 2024, PGE filed a petition seeking a CPCN in Docket No. PCN 6. The petition initiates a public process that includes review of documentation, an investigation by the PUC, and public testimony. View the FAQ for additional information.

Ways to Comment

Utility customers can submit comments on proposed rate increases

Comment via the online form
email PUC.PublicComments@puc.oregon.gov (Be sure to note the docket number in the subject line and/or email)
Call 503-378-6600 or 800-522-2404 (all relay calls accepted)
Mail comments to: Oregon Public Utility Commission, Attn: AHD – [include docket number], PO Box 1088, Salem, OR 97308-1088

Stay Informed on a Specific Docket

To stay informed throughout the rate case process, view the dockets noted above. You may also request to be added to the distribution list to receive publicly available documents. Submit requests by email to puc.hearings@puc.oregon.gov or by calling 503-378-6678. Be sure to note the docket number of interest.