Grant PUD

10/19/2026

“We need to grow our own talent, develop future leaders, and build relationships with students before they enter the workforce.” -Tod Ayers, Grant PUD Vice President of Human Resources
From student outreach to succession planning, Grant PUD is investing in the next generation of utility professionals to help ensure reliable service for years to come.
See the full recap at👉https://www.grantpud.org/blog/grant-pud-looks-ahead-to-meet-critical-workforce-needs

10/17/2026

When we asked our community what public power meant to them, this answer summed it up well: “Readily available electrical power with prompt fixes and reasonable rates.” Public Power for All means keeping homes powered, businesses running, and families connected with dependable service and affordable energy.

10/15/2026

Update 12:00 noon -

Both outages should be resolved at this time. If you are still without power, please call our outage line at 1.800.216.5226.

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Grant PUD is currently experiencing two separate outages: one in the Royal City area affecting approximately 275 customers and another in the Black Sands area affecting approximately 60 customers. Line crews are actively patrolling both areas. There is currently no estimated time of restoration.

10/13/2026

Help us welcome our new Vice President of Customer Experience!

EPHRATA - Jessica Laird joins Grant PUD as Vice President of Customer Experience, bringing more than 20 years of experience in the power industry leading customer service, utility operations, and organizational transformation initiatives. Throughout her career, she has built high-performing teams, i...

10/12/2026

❄️ Are you ready for freezing temperatures?

If your home has a crawlspace, now is the time to place foam blocks in your foundation vents. Blocking cold air from entering beneath your home can help protect pipes from freezing and may also help reduce heat loss through your floors, making your home more comfortable during the colder months.

✅ Install foam vent blocks
✅ Disconnect outdoor hoses
✅ Insulate exposed pipes
✅ Check weather stripping around doors and windows

A little preparation now can help protect your home, save energy, and prevent costly repairs later.

10/12/2026

❄️ Are you ready for freezing temperatures?

If your home has a crawlspace, now is the time to place foam blocks in your foundation vents. Blocking cold air from entering beneath your home can help protect pipes from freezing and may also help reduce heat loss through your floors, making your home more comfortable during the colder months.

✅ Install foam vent blocks
✅ Disconnect outdoor hoses
✅ Insulate exposed pipes
✅ Check weather stripping around doors and windows

A little preparation now can help protect your home, save energy, and prevent costly repairs later. https://www.grantpud.org/ways-to-save/

10/12/2026

Today we celebrate Indigenous Peoples' Day and recognize the deep cultural heritage and lasting contributions of Indigenous communities, including the Wanapum.
At Grant PUD, our value of Heritage reminds us that understanding the past helps guide our future. We are proud of our ongoing relationship with the Wanapum and our shared commitment to preserving the history, culture and natural resources that make our region unique. Visit https://wanapum.org/ to learn more.

10/10/2026

Homework on the tablet. A video call with grandma. Movie night on the couch. It all runs on something.
We asked Grant County residents what public power means to them. One response we loved: "Public Power is what runs modern society and all our technology."
What does mean to you?

10/09/2026

It's Public Power Week, so here's the short version of what "public power" means: this utility belongs to the community it serves. You vote for the people who lead it. They live here too. And the big decisions get made close to home.

10/08/2026

This September, fourth grade students from the Wahluke and Royal City school districts spent the day at Wanapum Dam for Grant PUD's annual River of Power educational tour.

Students explored how hydropower is generated and how electricity travels from the Columbia River to their homes and schools, while gaining hands-on experience with dam operations, natural resource stewardship, fish and wildlife conservation, dam safety, and the many careers that support reliable, renewable energy in our region.

Grant PUD is proud to partner with local schools to provide educational opportunities that showcase the power of the Columbia River and the work that keeps the lights on every day.