PGE to raise rates only on data centers

Name: PGE to raise rates only on data centers
Uploaded: 2026-06-05T01:09:57.000Z
Duration: 37 s
Description: Portland General Electric (PGE) has proposed to raise electricity rates for large data centers by 29% while lowering rates for residential customers by 1.3%. This proposal aligns with new state rules requiring data centers to bear the full cost of their impact on the power supply. The changes are pending approval from the Public Utilities Commission.

News Clip0:37KGW News·Portland, Multnomah County, OR·6/5/2026

Portland General Electric (PGE) has proposed to raise electricity rates for large data centers by 29% while lowering rates for residential customers by 1.3%. This proposal aligns with new state rules requiring data centers to bear the full cost of their impact on the power supply. The changes are pending approval from the Public Utilities Commission.

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Gov: Portland General Electric, State lawmakers, Public Utilities Commission

Portland General Electric (PGE) has filed a new proposal seeking regulatory approval to adjust its electricity rates. The utility is requesting a 29% rate increase specifically for large data centers. In contrast, residential customers would see a slight decrease in their rates by 1.3%, with other customer classes also experiencing a reduction.

PGE states that this proposed rate structure is designed to comply with new regulations passed by state lawmakers. These regulations mandate that data centers must cover the entire cost associated with their impact on the power supply. The changes are expected to be implemented next week, provided they receive approval from the Public Utilities Commission.