Regional Power Supply Adequate Through 2020 June 18, 2018 John Harrison Northwest utilities and the Power Council are planning now for the impact of three coal plant retirements.
Bonneville Cost Cuts Will Hit Fish and Wildlife Budget June 18, 2018 John Harrison Bonneville will cut expenditures to remain competitive in the wholesale energy marketplace, including for the Council's fish and wildlife program
Energy Efficiency Potential for Northwest Cannabis Growers June 05, 2018 Carol Winkel As more cannabis is grown outdoors, less energy is used. Using more energy-efficient lighting, HVAC systems, and better-designed facilities will increase energy savings.
Sea Lions in the Willamette May 29, 2018 John Harrison Hazing, relocation to the ocean prove ineffective at deterring sea lion predation on fish at Willamette Falls.
Could Electric Vehicles Become a New Source of Demand? May 29, 2018 Steven Simmons The Council is preparing to incorporate this new source of electricity demand into its power plan
Efficiency Exchange 2018 Prepares for Future Savings May 29, 2018 Carol Winkel The premier networking and learning conference for energy efficiency professionals in the Northwest concludes in Tacoma
Council unveils new website! May 21, 2018 Our new website is here, take a look around and let us know what's working, what's not
Budget Savings May 17, 2018 John Harrison Council identifies savings to help BPA through difficult financial period.
Fish and Wildlife Program Amendment May 10, 2018 John Harrison Every five years the Council revises its Columbia River Basin Fish and Wildlife Program, beginning with a call for amendment recommendations.
Snowpack bodes well, for some May 09, 2018 John Harrison Snowpack is good for hydropower this year, but some areas are flooding