Welcome to Oregon Trail Electric Cooperative

Our mission is to provide safe, reliable electricity and services that support the economy and quality of life of OTEC Member-Owners based on the cooperative principles.

Powering the Future Together: OTEC & Idaho Power

Big changes are on the horizon for eastern Oregon energy consumers! Oregon Trail Electric Cooperative (OTEC) and Idaho Power are working together on a landmark transition to bring Idaho Power’s Oregon service territory directly under OTEC’s trusted, local cooperative care.

Are you impacted by the transition? Want to stay ahead of the curve?

Learn About These Changes

Protecting Our Communities: OTEC's Wildfire Mitigation Plan

In Eastern Oregon’s rugged, heavily forested landscapes, wildfire safety is a shared responsibility and a top priority. Oregon Trail Electric Cooperative (OTEC) is taking proactive, aggressive steps to protect homes, families, and local infrastructure through advanced grid hardening, rigorous vegetation management, and cutting-edge safety protocols.

Want to know how OTEC is keeping the power grid safe, or how your household can prepare for extreme weather events?

Learn About Wildfire Mitigation

Teach Kids the Power of Prevention: The WILD Program

Wildfire safety is something the whole family can learn together! Oregon Trail Electric Cooperative (OTEC) is empowering the next generation with the WILD (Wildfire Information Learning and Development) Program, turning crucial safety habits into fun, memorable lessons for kids.

Meet Ember and her friends as they teach children how to practice smart campfire safety, understand outdoor precautions like dragging-chain reminders, and keep our forests safe. Are you a parent, teacher, or camp leader looking for engaging educational tools?

Learn About Our WILD Program