September 08, 2026 • Aaron Orlowski, EWEB Communications

What are EWEB's procedures related to large consumption customers such as data centers?

Communities across the Pacific Northwest are grappling with requests from large consumption customers such as data centers to connect to local electric and water systems. EWEB has procedures and processes in place to ensure that we treat interconnection requests fairly and impartially, and that large consumption customers don’t pass costs on to other customers.

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August 31, 2026 • Robyn Smith, EWEB Communications

When the Ground Shakes, EWEB’s Power Grid Must Stand Strong

An earthquake can last only seconds. For the electric grid, however, the consequences can last far longer.

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August 24, 2026 • Aaron Orlowski, EWEB Communications

Investigation at McKenzie Watershed Alliance

EWEB is aware of allegations of financial wrongdoing by a staff member of the McKenzie Watershed Alliance. These allegations do not implicate EWEB employees. The details and facts are still emerging and we support the investigation proceeding.

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August 21, 2026 • Claire Wray, EWEB Communications

Is the Willamette Treatment Plant being built to support data centers in Eugene?

No. EWEB has more than ample supply and treatment capacity on the McKenzie River to meet the city's water needs now and into the future. Any narrative tying the new Willamette Treatment Plant to data centers is misinformation.

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August 19, 2026 • Robyn Smith, EWEB Communications

EWEB upgrades Danebo Substation with 65% more power capacity and earthquake-resilient foundations

EWEB engineers upgraded the substation to ensure new parts of the system are earthquake-resilient and can meet rising energy demand.

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