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News about energy and natural resources in the Pacific Northwest

New Era, New Challenges

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Cheap natural gas, loads of cheap renewable power, and low wholesale prices are hard-truth realities for the Bonneville Power Administration, administrator says. Read more.

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Help for Lamprey

Three actions, funded with cost savings, aim to improve conditions for Pacific lamprey.

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Can a Heat Pump Water Heater Installed in the Northwest Reduce Emissions Near the Grand Canyon?

Replacing coal generation with natural gas generation is what significantly lowers emissions.

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New Fish, Old Story

2018 Columbia River salmon and steelhead runs are forecast below average, again.

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Improving Irrigation System Efficiency and Its Impact on the Power System

Water savings could translate into more hydrogeneration and revenue.

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