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BPA Commits $420 Million To Columbia Fish Accord Extensions

October 12, 2018
John Harrison

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The Council objects to language in one of the extensions and expresses concern that they may limit tribal involvement in amending the fish and wildlife program.

Small Hydro Plants Boost Snohomish PUD's Energy Supply

October 12, 2018
John Harrison

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Two new small hydropower plants located on creeks above Snoqualmie Falls will will provide power during the high-demand winter months and add carbon-free electricity to the power supply of the Snohomish County Public Utility District.

'Habitat Superheroes' To The Rescue

October 12, 2018
John Harrison

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Beavers provide a low-cost, low-tech method to restore habitat for fish and wildlife, including threatened and endangered species.

Invitation to Submit Nominations to Serve on Independent Science Panels

October 05, 2018

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The Northwest Power and Conservation Council, the Columbia River Inter-Tribal Fish Commission, and NOAA Fisheries invite nominations by November 9, 2018 to establish a pool of candidates who are qualified and interested in potential appointment to the Independent Scientific Advisory Board and/or the Independent Scientific Review Panel.

Management Actions Have Reduced Predation On Fish By Caspian Terns In The Columbia River Estuary

September 14, 2018
John Harrison

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A management plan to reduce predation by Caspian terns on fish in the Columbia River appears to be working, the research scientist who directs the effort told the Council at its September meeting.

Cryptocurrency Mining: Revenue For Utilities But Little Economic Value

September 14, 2018

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The Pacific Northwest has proven attractive to electricity-intensive businesses that discover and trade cryptocurrencies, but with interest waning, cryptocurrency power loads are stabilizing.

Idaho and BPA Sign $24 Million Wildlife Settlement For Albeni Falls Dam

September 14, 2018
John Harrison

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Idaho Governor C.L. “Butch” Otter and BPA administrator Elliott Mainzer commemorated the completion of a nearly $24 million settlement for the impacts of Albeni Falls Dam on wildlife around Lake Pend Oreille.

Upcoming Oregon Citizens' Utility Board Conference — Destination: Decarbonization

September 13, 2018

Oregon Citizens' Utility Board (CUB) announces its eighth annual CUB Policy Conference on Friday, October 19 in downtown Portland. Registration for is now open with early Bird pricing in effect through Friday, September 28.

Comment on Annual Report to Congress by Dec 14

September 13, 2018

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The Council's Draft State of the Columbia River Basin (Annual Report to Congress for FY 2018) is available for public comment through December 14.

Flood Control, Ecosystem Flows Top Concerns At Columbia River Treaty Meeting

September 07, 2018
John Harrison

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The remote potential but real concern for flooding low-lying areas around Portland if the Columbia River Treaty is not revised was cited frequently by speakers at a town hall-style meeting on the future of the 54-year old treaty this month in Portland.

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