The State of the Columbia River Basin
The draft annual report to Congress for Fiscal Year 2017 is available for public comment through December 15.

The Electric Utility Industry in a Changing World
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
Technological advances could help us lead in meeting the global demand for affordable food

Budget Uncertainty
Inexpensive surplus renewable power from California may have a chilling effect on the Bonneville Power Administration's fish and wildlife budget if its own surplus power sales decline.

Toxic Habitat
Toxic contaminants pollute water and fish habitat, but research is showing not only where the pollution is and what chemicals cause it, but also how to control it--often inexpensively

Low Fish Returns? Blame the Blob
Northwest fishery managers point to recent warm ocean conditions as the possible cause of this year's disappointing steelhead and sockeye runs in the Columbia River

Deep Decarbonization
Northwest Natural, citing its 'climate imperative,' plans to reduce carbon emissions and boost energy efficiency