Chelan County PUD

Chelan County Public Utility District is a public utility district headquartered in Wenatchee, Washington. Established in 1936 by local voters, the PUD is owned and operated by the residents of Chelan County. With approximately 328 employees, the organization serves a large geographic area, providing a critical service to both rural and urban residents. Chelan County PUD specializes in the generation and distribution of hydroelectric power. The PUD operates three hydroelectric projects that produce clean, renewable energy. Their primary customers are the residents of Chelan County, but they also sell power to other utilities serving millions of people across the Pacific Northwest. This wholesale arrangement ensures that the PUD’s commitment to affordable, clean energy extends far beyond its local community. A defining characteristic of Chelan County PUD is its commitment to local control and affordability. As a public utility district, the PUD is governed by an elected board of commissioners who are accountable to the residents they serve. This structure ensures that decisions about energy policy are made with the needs and interests of the community in mind. For more information about Chelan County PUD and its services, visit their website at flow.page/chelanpud.