Orcas Power & Light Cooperative (OPALCO) Email Format

UtilitiesWashington, United States51-200 Employees

OPALCO is a member-owned, non-profit electric cooperative serving San Juan County in Washington's San Juan archipelago since 1937. Its power system relies primarily on hydroelectric generation supplied by the Bonneville Power Administration and delivered to the islands via submarine cables. The cooperative distributes electricity across 20 islands and is governed by member-owners who elect a seven-member Board of Directors. Headquartered in Eastsound, OPALCO operates as a local energy provider within the utilities sector.

OPALCO serves residents and businesses across the San Juan archipelago, focusing on reliable energy access and resilience through a member-driven governance model. In March 2025, OPALCO expanded its facilities to Decatur, Illinois, and acquired 19 acres adjacent to its Decatur Island substation to support the Community Solar program.

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