Chugach to file 2023 rate case

Following the acquisition of Municipal Light & Power by Chugach Electric in 2020, Chugach is preparing to file a rate case with the Regulatory Commission of Alaska (RCA).  Part of the approval process of the acquisition by the RCA included a requirement of combining the north and south rate classes into one by the end of 2023. Chugach south customers have not had a base rate adjustment since 2020; and the former ML&P customers (Chugach north) have not had a base rate adjustment since 2017.

Chugach making good progress on clean energy goals

With a continued focus on safe, reliable, affordable power, Chugach Electric is making good progress on our clean energy goals. Our Board Chair, Bettina Chastain, and our CEO, Arthur Miller, recently co-authored an editorial on the priorities and projects the cooperative is focused on as we work to add more renewable projects to our generation portfolio.

You can read it in these publications: 

Food Safety

Submitted by tevans on April 20, 2017 at 1:51pm
  • Minimize opening refrigerator, freezer and coolers to maintain cold food temperatures
  • Use perishable foods from the refrigerator first
  • Next use perishable foods from the freezer
  • Next use non-perishable items
  • Be aware of locations where ice, such as dry ice, can be obtained to pack into a cooler or your refrigerator to preserve food during an extended outage

Home Safety

Submitted by tevans on April 20, 2017 at 1:51pm
  • Use candles and fireplaces carefully;keep candles on fireproof surfaced and avoid open fireplace flames or burning inappropriate materials
  • Children should not handle candles, only flashlights or light sticks
  • Do not use a generator, grill, camp stove or other gasoline, propane, natural gas or charcoal burning device inside your home, garage or other enclosed space
  • If a carbon monoxide or smoke detector alarms, move to a fresh air location, preferably outside
  • Call for emergency help from the fresh air location

Electric Safety

Submitted by tevans on April 20, 2017 at 1:51pm
  • Turn off and unplug all unnecessary electrical equipment including sensitive electronics so they will not be damaged if there are power surges
  • Leave one light on so you will know when the power comes back on
  • Only use a portable generator if you are familiar with its operation and IF connected to your home it MUST have a transfer switch installed by qualified personnel, as required by Chugach Electric Service Requirements to ensure safety of linemen and equipment protection

After Outage

Submitted by tevans on April 20, 2017 at 1:51pm
  • Throw out any food that has been exposed to temperatures of 40 degrees Fahrenheit or greater for two hours or more or has an unusual odor, color or texture (when in doubt, throw it out)
  • Plug in electronics and other disconnected items and reset electronic clocks
  • Do not touch any wires or other electrical facilities you find outside
  • Walk through your home to make sure all mechanical systems, water systems, furnace, and appliances are operating normally. 

Outage Preparation

Submitted by tevans on April 20, 2017 at 1:51pm
  • Flashlights (head-lamps and battery-powered lanterns allow for hands-free operation)
  • Candles (enclosed in glass mantle for safety)
  • Battery powered and/or hand-crank radio (NOAA weather station capable is best)
  • Extra batteries (for flashlights, radio, essential electronics)
  • Important family and emergency contact information (written down on paper, in case cell phones/electronic contact list is unavailable)
  • Stock ready-to-eat, non-perishable, no-cook foods
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