Northwest Utility-Scale Solar: How real is it? October 26, 2017 Mark Walker Solar power is having a moment, but lack of transmission could hinder its development.
LED Lighting Boosts Northwest Energy Savings in 2016 October 11, 2017 John Harrison Energy efficiency savings continue to grow in the Northwest, now totaling an amount equal to the power demand of six Seattles.
Battery Power September 29, 2017 John Harrison The lowly battery is being reinvented, not just for vehicles but also to stabilize the power grid and smooth the ups and downs of wind and solar generation.
Energy Efficiency Exchange 2018 - Call for Topics September 20, 2017 Garrett Herndon On May 15th and 16th of 2018, energy efficiency professionals from across the region will descend on Tacoma, Washington for Energy Efficiency Exchange 2018. We’re in the midst of planning and would love to hear from you.
Water Storage, Water Power September 19, 2017 John Harrison An unusual partnership between an oil company and a state agency aims to provide water for hydropower and also for storage.
The Electric Utility Industry in a Changing World August 23, 2017 Carol Winkel The electric utility industry, a historically stable business, is in transition. On many fronts the sector is grappling with what it means to be an energy provider in the 21st century and how to reform an old business model.
Innovations in Irrigation Efficiency August 22, 2017 Carol Winkel Technological advances could help us lead in meeting the global demand for affordable food
Deep Decarbonization August 17, 2017 John Harrison Northwest Natural, citing its 'climate imperative,' plans to reduce carbon emissions and boost energy efficiency
Megawatt? A Powerful Question. October 20, 2016 John Ollis What's a megawatt and what can it do? We explain.
Megawatt? A Powerful Question. October 20, 2016 John Ollis What's a megawatt and what can it do? We explain.