Oroville halts plans for public utility, explores new energy options

Oroville halts plans for public utility, explores new energy options

By October 2027, Pioneer will expand its service to include 13 additional Northern California communities, including Chico.

Oroville Slams Brakes on OroVerde, Flirts With Pioneer Power Plan

Oroville is easing off the gas on its homegrown power dream. City officials have put plans for a city-owned electric utility called OroVerde on hold after consultants and staff warned that relying on PG&E's grid would come with hefty price tags. Instead of sprinting toward a full-blown municipal takeover, city leaders say they want to look at other options, from joining a regional community-choice provider to cutting local power deals, before lo…