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Working for a clean, affordable, and equitable energy future for the Northwest

Press release: Federal Energy Regulatory Commission approves the design of Markets+; BPA should recognize that Extended Day Ahead Market is the best choice for the region 

For Immediate Release Thursday, January 16, 2025 Seattle – On Thursday morning, January 16, 2025, the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) approved the design of Markets+, one of two day-ahead markets being developed in the west. The FERC decision is just one procedural step as the Bonneville Power Administration and Northwest utilities continue to review the…

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The Energy Activist provides coverage and updates on current developments in the continuing push for a clean and affordable energy future.

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Our Mission

The NW Energy Coalition leads the Northwest’s broadest alliance of energy interests in designing, promoting, and implementing clean, affordable, and equitable energy policy grounded in analytical expertise.

Our Vision

We envision a system that provides clean, reliable, and affordable energy. One where our Northwest communities benefit from a carbon-free energy system that meets people’s needs and restores the region’s natural resources.

About Us

The Coalition is an alliance of over 100 environmental, civic, and human service organizations, utilities, and clean energy businesses in Oregon, Washington, Idaho, Montana, and British Columbia.

NWEC News

Press release: Federal Energy Regulatory Commission approves the design of Markets+; BPA should recognize that Extended Day Ahead Market is the best choice for the region 

For Immediate Release Thursday, January 16, 2025 Seattle – On Thursday morning, January 16, 2025, the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) approved the design of Markets+,…

Regulatory tools to advance affordability in utility costs

By Mike Goetz  With the rising tide of inflation, increases in the cost of commodity goods, and energy infrastructure costs going up, the Northwest has…

Make a year-end donation to support the Coalition

By Beth Brooks Greetings!   Our heartfelt wishes to you and yours for a healthy and peaceful holiday season. We are pleased to report that…

Dec. 2024 Newsletter – Clean & Affordable Energy Conference summary and regional updates 

Fall 2024 Clean & Affordable Energy Conference Recap  This year, we hosted over 200 people in Seattle, WA, for our fall Clean & Affordable Energy…

Events

Spring 2025 Clean & Affordable Energy Conference, May 7, Missoula, MT

Save the date to join us in Missoula for our Spring 2025 Clean and Affordable Energy Conference! Wednesday, May 7, 2025 10:30 AM – 5:00…

Fall 2024 Clean & Affordable Energy Conference, November 13 in Seattle, WA!

Join the NW Energy Coalition for our Fall 2024 Clean & Affordable Energy Conference! Wednesday, November 13 8 AM – 7 PM, PT The University…

2024 CUB Energy Policy Conference – October 4, 2024

When: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm, October 4, 2024Where: Left Bank Annex (101 N Weidler St, Portland, OR 97227)Website: oregoncub.org/conference Energy Policy for People &…

GridFWD 2024 – October 1 – 2, 2024

There’s never been a more critical time to examine market dynamics and their impacts on our energy systems. On October 1 and 2, GridFWD 2024…

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Press release: Federal Energy Regulatory Commission approves the design of Markets+; BPA should recognize that Extended Day Ahead Market is the best choice for the region 

For Immediate Release Thursday, January 16, 2025 Seattle – On Thursday morning, January 16, 2025, the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) approved the design of Markets+,…

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