PNGC Power, a Portland-based Generation and Transmission cooperative, has named Boardman native Scott Russell as vice president of Transmission and Contracts.
In this role, Russell will be responsible for overseeing PNGC Power’s transmission agreements for all of PNGC Power’s members, Umatilla Electric and 14 other Northwest electric distribution cooperative utilities with service territory in seven western states.
Russell will also represent PNGC Power’s interest in regional transmission issues.
“Scott comes to PNGC with a proven track record,” said PNGC Power President and CEO Beth Looney. “He has the experience and background we were looking for in this highly demanding position.”
“I am very excited to join Beth and her experienced management team,” Russell said. “I look forward to representing the member cooperatives’ interests on all transmission issues to ensure that cost effective power continues to flow to their service territories.”
Russell joined the PNGC Power team on Aug. 1. Previously he worked for Portland General Electric in various capacities including financial analysis, corporate planning, and contract negotiation. Russell received both his bachelor of science in economics, and his master of science in economics from Oregon State University.
