Who We Are

Energy Northwest produces reliable, affordable and carbon-free electric power for Northwest public power utilities.

Energy Northwest is a joint operating agency formed by the Washington State Legislature in 1957. We represent the convergence of both small and large public power utilities working together to serve the Northwest. Our operations are overseen by an Executive Board and Board of Directors and Participants Review Board.

Our Mission

Providing our public power members and regional customers with safe, reliable, cost-effective, responsible power generation and innovative energy and business solutions.

Learn About Working at Energy Northwest

Our Vision

Leading the clean energy transformation for the regional public power community.

Our Core Values

  • Ensure Safety
  • Take Pride
  • Serve Others
  • Deliver Excellence
  • Lead at Every Level

Our Members

Our members represent public power in Washington state. Through collaboration, our members:

  • Share services to streamline operations
  • Leverage economies of scale
Learn About Our Public Power Members
Benton PUD Member Event in West Richland, WA - playing the Clean Energy game.
Benton PUD STEM tour at Energy Northwest

Powering the Northwest

We generate clean, reliable electricity from nuclear, wind, hydro, and solar sources —enhancing quality of life across the region.

Learn About Our Generating Facilities