Comment on proposed Council budget
- May 13, 2020
The Council is seeking comments through June 30 on the proposed Council budget for Fiscal Year 2022 and Fiscal Year 2021 Revised.
News
Executive Search for Council's Executive Director
- May 12, 2020
The Council seeks an Executive Director. With an expected leadership transition to occur this summer, the Executive Director serves as the chief executive and reports to the Council.
Sea Lion Reports: Stellers Are Staying Longer At Bonneville And Feasting On Winter Steelhead
- May 05, 2020
- John Harrison
Big sea lions are causing big problems for Columbia River salmon and steelhead, according to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' annual report on sea lion predation at Bonneville Dam.
ISAB Says CSS Report Would Benefit From Additional Analysis Of Climate Change Impacts
- May 01, 2020
Scientists say better incorporating climate change uncertainty would improve understanding of potential future impacts on Columbia and Snake River dam operations and survival of salmon and steelhead.
Electricity Load Outside the Northwest Expected to be Modest; California is a Big Exception
- April 27, 2020
- Carol Winkel
While the northwest load forecast shows moderate growth overall, states pursuing high electrification policies should see significant increases in their load growth. California’s load is expected to increase from 30,000 average megawatts in 2021 to 53,000 average megawatts by 2050 as it strives to decarbonize its economy.
Accounting for Climate Change in the 2021 Power Plan
- April 27, 2020
- Carol Winkel
Climate change affects many aspects of the Council’s analysis for its upcoming regional power plan. At its April meeting, staff reviewed how warming weather will be addressed in analyzing future resource development and energy efficiency.
Tribes Mourn Death of Celilo Village Leader Bobby Begay
- April 27, 2020
- John Harrison
Tribal leader was well-known for his work to protect salmon from sea lions and educate about tribal culture.
'Sherman's Lagoon' Brings Salmon-Eating Sea Lions In The Columbia River To A World-wide Audience
- April 21, 2020
- John Harrison
In 'Sherman's Lagoon,' Filmore declares 'We need to help the seals and sea lions in the Columbia River."
Decision Expected This Summer On Application To Remove More Sea Lions
- April 17, 2020
- John Harrison
Application targets aggressive sea lions that prey on Columbia River fish between the ocean and McNary Dam.
Warming Ocean Poses New Challenges For Salmon Researchers
- April 17, 2020
- John Harrison
Data suggests that the first year juvenile fish spend in the ocean is critical to their growth and survival.
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