draft 6th northwest power planNew Northwest Power Plan 

Energy efficiency can meet most of the new demand for electricity over the next 20 years
Investments in efficiency also will reduce the risk of future electricity shortages, reduce emissions from power plants to help meet regional carbon-reduction goals and policies, and cost consumers less than relying solely on new power plants. See press release, summary, brochure, energy efficiency quick facts, 2-minute video and 12-minute video, and The Columbian article.

kootenai river restoration Kootenai River habitat restoration progress report

Presented at the January 2010 Council meeting.

New Council leadership for 2010

The Council elected Bruce Measure, a Montana member, Chair for 2010, and Washington member Dick Wallace as vice chair. Read more.

f&w amendments Council adopts revised Fish and Wildlife Program

After more than a year of work and public involvement, the Council has adopted a revision of its Columbia River Basin Fish and Wildlife Program, the nation’s largest regional effort to protect and enhance fish and wildlife.

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Columbia River History Project

Explore this rich history of the Columbia River and basin, with photos, interactive maps and more.

spacePower generation map

Explore power generation in the Northwest with this Google map

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