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Data Center Signal is tracking 6 clips about Pacific Power data center developments across 1 states, including OR.

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News ClipThe Cedar Mill News·Hillsboro, Washington County, OR

Hillsboro and Oregon are moving to limit data center growth

Hillsboro, Oregon, has adopted a four-month moratorium on approving new data centers due to concerns over infrastructure strain, electricity costs, water usage, and loss of agricultural land. The state of Oregon is also considering new compensation fees for fiber cable installations, while utility rates have significantly increased for residents. These actions address the rapid growth of data centers in the region, driven by tax incentives and intercontinental fiber connectivity.

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8/3/2026

News ClipStatesman Journal·OR

Oregon officially hikes electric rates for data centers in PGE territory

The Oregon Public Utility Commission approved a 29% electric rate hike for data centers in Portland General Electric's territory, effective July 8, while other customer categories will see rate decreases. This decision implements the POWER Act, a 2025 law requiring data centers to have separate rates and 10-year contracts to offset their high grid usage. Governor Tina Kotek and the Oregon Citizens Utility Board supported the measure to ensure fairness in energy costs.

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7/7/2026

News ClipStatesman Journal·OR

Oregon poised to hike electric rates for data centers

The Oregon Public Utility Commission is expected to approve new electricity rates for Portland General Electric customers, significantly increasing costs for data centers by 29% while reducing residential rates. This action is a key step in implementing Oregon's 2025 POWER Act, a state law designed to ensure data centers pay a more equitable share for grid infrastructure and energy costs. Governor Tina Kotek emphasizes the importance of these changes in creating a fairer system.

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7/2/2026

News ClipStatesman Journal·OR

Oregon Regulators Approve 29% Electricity Rate Hike for Data Centers

The Oregon Public Utility Commission has approved Portland General Electric's proposal to increase electricity rates for data centers by 29%. This change is mandated by a 2025 state law, the POWER Act, which separates data centers into their own billing category. Other residential and commercial customers will see slight reductions in their rates.

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6/4/2026

News ClipKATU·Hillsboro, Washington County, OR

Oregon regulators move to make data centers pay more for grid expansion

Oregon regulators have issued the first major order implementing the state’s 2025 POWER Act, creating a new framework for large data centers to pay more directly for electricity infrastructure. This aims to prevent cost-shifting to residential customers and ensures data centers align with clean energy mandates. Rate changes are expected to take effect in June.

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5/8/2026

News ClipHerald and News·OR

Pacific Power, PGE raise residential electricity rates again for Oregon customers

Oregon's Public Utility Commission has approved electricity rate increases for residential customers of Pacific Power and Portland General Electric (PGE), effective April 1. These increases, partly driven by investments and fuel costs, are significantly influenced by the "explosive demand" from data centers. The commission will soon decide on a plan for PGE to charge tech companies for new infrastructure to power data centers.

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3/31/2026