We Serve Thurston County
Your Thurston County team is ready, able and happy to get to know you and assist with any of your energy-related needs.
Casey Cochrane
Manager, Community Engagement
casey.cochrane@pse.com | 360-480-8357
Background and notable achievements
An Eastern Washington transplant, Casey has enjoyed a 20-year career in government and community affairs in the South Puget Sound. His experience in lobbying, policy development and team building has given him the skills to build successful relationships — marrying economic opportunity with local residents, business, community groups and government.
In addition to a number of community, business and social organizations, Casey currently serves on the Thurston County Economic Development Council as well as the boards of the United Way of Thurston and Lewis County. He has also previously served as chairman of the Thurston County Chamber of Commerce.
Casey and his wife, Stephanie, have two children, Kaitlyn and Connor.
- Casey splurges on road trips to Kahlotus, Wash., to work with his brothers on the family wheat farm.
- Casey's energy-saving tip: "Get a programmable thermostat. It works great, saves you money, and you control it."
Farra Vargas
Efficiency Outreach Manager
farra.vargas@pse.com | 360-570-6819
Background and notable achievements
A natural resource enthusiast, Farra has worked in the industry for more than a decade as a natural resource and project manager. She is dedicated to matching PSE's energy efficiency programs with our residential and commercial customers in Lewis, Pierce, Thurston and South King communities. Complex projects are no match for her passion for helping our customers!
A native of Olympia, Farra has called Thurston County home for more than 30 years. She is the proud parent of son, Landin.
- Farra splurges on quality ingredients for cooking and baking.
- Farra's energy saving tip: "Replace five of your most-used incandescent light bulbs with CFLs and you can save approximately $60 annually on your electricity bill."
Wayne Ballew
Energy Advisor
wayne.ballew@pse.com | 360-786-5957
Background and notable achievements
A self-proclaimed master of customer service, Wayne has more than 20 years of experience in the insulation industry. His dedication to customer service and expertise in insulation applications proves valuable to our commercial and residential customers time and again. Wayne is a HomePrint Certified and Energy Performance Score Certified Administrator and looks forward to helping our customers reach their energy efficiency goals.
A Thurston County native, Wayne enjoys spending his free time in the great outdoors.
- Wayne splurges on trail running, hiking and backcountry camping.
- Wayne's energy saving tip: "Get a home energy assessment. You’ll be surprised to learn how small changes can save energy and keep your money from slipping through the cracks!"