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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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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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Community members practice preparedness at EWEB's Emergency Water Station Open House at Howard Elementary School
Eugene's River Road community practiced filling emergency water containers and learned more about personal preparedness.
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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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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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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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The Facts on Eugene's Drinking Water
Eugene's tap water is safe and EWEB has never violated a single EPA or state drinking water quality standard.
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EWEB to maintain wildfire safety settings for south Eugene neighborhoods for the remainder of the summer
Wildfire safety settings cause lines to operate at a higher sensitivity, increasing the likelihood of more frequent, prolonged outages.
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EWEB balances water resiliency and financial health on second water treatment plant
The Willamette Treatment Plant is necessary to ensure a resilient and reliable source of water. EWEB Commissioners opted to move forward with planning for a 19.4 million gallon per day (MGD) drinking water treatment plant. EWEB is now in the process of determining how to finance this investment and the resulting impact on customer rates.
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EWEB switches to wildfire safety settings for power lines in areas at risk for wildfire
Power outages are more likely as EWEB takes safety precautions during the Red Flag Warning issued by the National Weather Service
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EWEB completes downtown vaults, shaves traditional overhead costs by two thirds
Using a modular design, the new vaults save time and money while avoiding planned outages
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EWEB Commissioners take significant step in planning for Willamette Water Treatment Plant
A new plant will bolster resiliency in the face of disaster and enable downtime at our current 76-year-old treatment plant.
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Pillars of EWEB's Wildfire Season Readiness
Wildfire season is here. We're preparing for wildfire risk, and so can you.
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EWEB pauses power generation at Trail Bridge Powerhouse to support seasonal fish migration
EWEB will not generate power at Trail Bridge Powerhouse from July 2 through October 31 so juvenile fish and adult bull trout can more easily move downstream
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Five years ago 2021 Heat Dome drove surging energy demand
Five years ago, a mass of hot air settled over the Pacific Northwest, shattering state temperature records. As summers continue to get hotter, EWEB takes action to ensure a reliable supply of energy.
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Emergency Water Storage Containers on Sale at EWEB During Drinking Water Week
May 08, 2017
We work hard to make sure that high-quality drinking water flows from your tap anytime day or night. But during a water emergency, you could be without tap water for at least three days because EWEB must secure the water system before distributing emergency water.
If a natural or man-made disaster occurs, you can rest easier knowing you are better prepared with a household emergency kit. Putting together your own kit is simple and easy, and it begins with having on hand a minimum of one gallon of water per person per day for drinking and basic sanitation.
During Drinking Water Week (May 8-12, 2017) EWEB customers can purchase three-gallon, BPA-free water containers in our downtown customer service lobby. The discounted water containers are made available through partnerships with local water utilities, the city of Eugene and other agencies. The $5 charge per container will be applied to your water bill, and one dollar of every purchase will support the local Red Cross emergency preparedness and disaster response.
This offer is available to EWEB residential water or electric customers only and is limited to first-time buyers. Due to limited supplies, we are asking customers who have previously purchased containers not to attempt to purchase at this time. This will allow other EWEB customers to participate. We all win when our entire community is prepared for emergencies!
Purchase your water containers May 8 - 12, between 9 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. at EWEB, 500 E. 4th Ave. Limit four per household, while supplies last! Learn more about planning for a water emergency.