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ISAB Says CSS Report Would Benefit From Additional Analysis Of Climate Change Impacts

May 01, 2020

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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Data suggests that the first year juvenile fish spend in the ocean is critical to their growth and survival.

2020 Columbia River Salmon And Steelhead Forecast: Low, Again

April 17, 2020
John Harrison

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The states predict a total 2020 return to the mouth of the river of about 1.2 million fish, a slight increase from 940,000 in 2019. Sockeye is the bright spot.

Corona Virus Precautions Impact State Fish And Wildlife Policy Guidance and Field Work

April 17, 2020
John Harrison

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Social distancing, stay-home orders, and other public-safety responses to the COVID-19 pandemic are causing cancellation and delays of work on fish and wildlife projects in the Columbia River Basin, state and federal agencies and tribes have reported.

Council Objects To Trump Administration Proposals That Would Raise BPA Power Cost, Sell Transmission System

March 23, 2020

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It's not the first time an administration has proposed raising the cost of power sold by the Bonneville Power Administration, and all previous attempts have failed. This one should, too, the Council asserts in a letter to the Northwest Congressional delegation.

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