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 

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Regulatory tools to advance affordability in utility costs

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Make a year-end donation to support the Coalition

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

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Clean & Affordable Energy Conference Digest – Fall 2024

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Listen: Briefing on Day-Ahead Market Participation Benefits Study – Focus on Bonneville Power Administration (BPA) System Impacts Webinar

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Oct. 2024 Newsletter – Join us at the Clean & Affordable Energy Conference and on the ground updates

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Smart Buildings Exchange – August 27-29, 2024

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Pathways Initiative’s Step One Proposal for Governance of a West-Wide Energy Market 

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Clean & Affordable Energy Conference Digest – Spring 2024

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Customer-side resources will be critical as rising electricity demand, extreme weather and climate change impact the Northwest power system 

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Washington’s Transportation Electrification Strategy tackles the state’s largest source of emissions 

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Clean & Affordable Energy Conference Digest – Fall 2023

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2023 Clean & Affordable Energy Conference, Dec. 6 in Portland, OR!

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Triple your impact now through Giving Tuesday on 11/28!

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Public Comment through 10/30 on Washington’s Transportation Electrification Strategy!

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A Single, Unified Western Market

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2023 Oregon Legislative Session Wrap Up

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ACT NOW: Tell the Biden administration we need a plan to recover salmon

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Clean & Affordable Energy Conference Digest – Spring 2023

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2023 Montana Legislative Session Wrap Up

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Why we work at NW Energy Coalition

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2023 Washington Legislative Session Wrap Up

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GiveBIG 2023 starts today!

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Government electricity procurement should kickstart the next wave of clean energy investments in the Northwest 

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2023 Clean & Affordable Energy Conference (Virtual)

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Demand Response in the Northwest: Part 1 

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Markets 101 Webinar – February 15, 2023

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Electric vehicle charging standards adopted in Washington 

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Legislative Priorities for 2023

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Delivering Community Clean Energy Conference Digest – Fall 2022

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Washington Adopts New Clean Vehicles Program Standards

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Take action: Align BPA with Biden’s clean energy & salmon restoration goals!

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Washington State Clean Vehicle Rulemaking

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Customer Resources Play a Key Role During Extreme Weather  

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Decarbonizing the Northwest Summer 2022 Webinar Series Digest

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Delivering Community Clean Energy – Fall Conference (virtual) 2022

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COMMENT NOW: Lower Snake River Dams draft report

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Addressing the Lower Snake River Dams’ Peaking Capacity

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Decarbonizing the Northwest webinar series – June & July 2022

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Washington’s 2022 Legislative Session Wrap-Up

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Opportunities to Act for a Strong Washington State Energy Code

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Smart Planning Will Drive Replacing the Power from Lower Snake River Dams

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Northwest Power and Conservation Council Approves 2021 Power Plan

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Draft Power Plan Updates

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Seattle Climate Action on Building Standards and Transportation Electrification

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Northwest Power and Conservation Council Releases Draft 2021 Power Plan

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Solar Washington – Solar Summit: October 22, 2021

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Fall Lunch & Learn Series: October – November 2021 (virtual)

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2021 Clean & Affordable Energy Conference Digest

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Spring Member Meeting Summary

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Clean & Affordable Energy Conference (virtual) – June 2 and June 10, 2021

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Go Green Conference (virtual): April 6

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Webinar Series: Emerald Cities

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Accessible Public Charging – what you need to know

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Statement of NW Energy Coalition and Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC) regarding Puget Sound Energy’s “Beyond Net Zero Carbon Goal.”

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Renewable Hydrogen – Renewable energy to clean fuel (virtual): February 10

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A year in review – 2020 at the Coalition

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What an Act! – the 40th Anniversary of the NW Power Act

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Fall Member Meeting Summary

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NWEC Presents 2020 Awards

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COVID-19 Consumer Protection Updates

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Webinar: How can energy efficiency programs reach vulnerable populations during COVID-19?

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Regional electric system and demand management make the difference during California heatwave

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10th Annual CUB Policy Conference (Virtual) – October 16

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GridFWD 2020 (Virtual) – October 6 – 15

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Oregon Solar Energy Conference 2020 (Virtual) – October 6-8

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Washington State Solar Summit (Virtual) – October 16

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Flexible demand webinar explores potential of customer-side technologies as an energy resource

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30 days of the DOE Better Buildings webinar series

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Justice, unity, change: A call for action

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Coalition recommends clean energy stimulus spending

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May 2020 Northwest Energy Update

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Panel explores paths to NW resource adequacy

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NWEC joins groups asking Inslee to extend shut-off moratorium

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Advancing energy efficiency during the COVID-19 crisis

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Inslee halts electricity shut-offs

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Coalition finds DEIS energy analysis inadequate and misleading, calls for new study

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Avista rate case offers wins for customers, climate, Colstrip

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Appeal to Oregon Gov. Brown to assure electricity service

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Coalition asks for suspension of utility shut-offs

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Congress passes stimulus bill with $900 million for LIHEAP

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Brown issues executive order following legislature’s failure to pass cap & trade

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How utilities can help customers, communities cope with COVID-19

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Washington enacts law to spur building efficiency, resilience upgrades

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Washington makes zero emission vehicles more available and affordable

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Utilities, environmental groups ask NW governors to address Snake River salmon issue

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OPALCO Board Rescinds Resolution Opposing Dam Removal

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The Coalition reacts to the lower Snake River draft EIS

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Inslee appoints Hirsh to chair energy advisory committee

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Fall 2019 Clean & Affordable Energy Conference Digest

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The Technologies of The Harmonious Grid

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The Harmonious Grid: A new direction for the NW electric system

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How solar installers can diversify their workforces

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Coalition members sue Trump administration over emissions rule

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A simple choice to save salmon and orcas

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Intro to new Washington Buildings Performance Standards

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Wind power, good for Montana’s economy and Washington’s energy system

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PGE’s Smart Grid Test Bed pioneers customer-side resources

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NW solar industry lags in workforce diversity

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Jessie Dye receives Doug Still Community Organizing Award

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Colstrip Units 1 & 2 to retire at year end

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Washington’s groundbreaking climate package examined

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What will it take to restore salmon and save orca whales?

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Please join us in celebrating!

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The need for lower Snake River dam stakeholder forum

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Clean energy on a roll in Washington legislature

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WA House passes 100% Clean Electricity

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House passes WA Clean Buildings bill

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Double Squeeze: Arctic Express, system constraints skyrocket NW wholesale energy prices

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Inequities in the energy system: new white paper explores issues and opportunities

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DOE attacks efficiency standards and hundreds of millions of dollars in savings

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WA Senate committee hears testimony on Clean Buildings bill

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Washington’s 100% Clean Electricity Bill Has Its First Hearing

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Water heaters: a potent weapon in the fight against climate change

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Low-income Oregonians struggle with energy costs

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Inslee unveils emissions reduction agenda

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Fall 2018 Clean & Affordable Energy Conference Digest

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Workers, business leaders talk about the benefits of WA clean energy standards

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Low costs and lots of jobs: The economic impact of I-937

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A community adapts to life after coal

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Thank you for fighting the good fight

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I-1631: The people did it before and we’ll do it again!

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Clean & Affordable Energy Conference

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October 5 is Energy Efficiency Day! Here’s why it matters.

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Energy jobs are mostly in energy efficiency

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New Shepherd’s Door Solar Sanctuary Project in Portland

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NWEC seeks 2 board members

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No time to retreat on energy efficiency: Part 2

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No time to retreat on energy efficiency: Part 1

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Heat Wave: Renewables pass a test, but greater challenges await

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Pitch in to pass I-1631 in Washington

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YES ON I-1631 in Washington

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Clean and advanced energy jobs are huge in the NW

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Is Natural Gas-fired electricity being overtaken?

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Clean & Affordable Energy Conference focuses on challenges facing renewable resources and communities

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NW Senators rise to save ENERGY STAR program

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Dam Replacement Study Reveals New Opportunities

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GiveBIG and help the clean energy transition happen

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Proposed Avista Acquisition Settlement Protects Consumers and Environment

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LIHEAP, Weatherization, other programs fully funded.

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Budget bill a pleasant surprise for clean energy and the environment

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Washington Legislature Wrap-up

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“Protect Washington Act” headed for this fall’s ballot

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Energy Efficiency bills advance in Oregon and Washington

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Clean utilities and carbon pricing bills advance in Washington legislature

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NW Energy Coalition welcomes BPA 2018-23 Strategic Plan

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Coalition supports Washington Clean Utilities Act.

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NW Energy Coalition encouraged by SB 6203, Gov. Inslee’s carbon bill

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New study optimistic about a low-carbon energy system for the Northwest

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NWEC joins call for congress to fully fund LIHEAP

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PSE plan to cut emissions is a positive first step. More are needed

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Washington UTC issues historic order in PSE rate case

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Ben Otto reviews this year’s Idaho climate change summit

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Oregon Department of Energy incentive programs sunsetting and moving

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Coalition members offer weatherization and bill assistance services

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Solar Plus Northwest aims to triple region’s solar energy resources

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We paid $14 million for a fish hatchery . . . and all its fish are dying

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Does natural gas has a role in the clean energy future? Martha Baskin reports

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Pacific NW Low Carbon Scenario Analysis presentation available

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Natural Gas, Utility Biz Model Reform, & Just Transition at the Fall 2017 Clean & Affordable Energy Conference

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Oregon Gov. Brown asserts leadership in transition to clean energy

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New Coalition Formed to Advance Zero Energy Buildings in Oregon

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NW Energy Coalition announces 2017 winners of its most prestigious awards

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Rivas makes the case for proposed Puget Sound Energy settlement

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Proposed Puget Sound Energy Rate Case Provides Funds for Colstrip Transition

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Rocky II: What are we doing to our salmon?

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Without the dams would salmon populations recover?

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Idaho: New financing option available for solar and energy efficiency

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NW Energy Coalition lauded for climate action

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A decade under Initiative 937 yields new jobs, new industries, and affordable electricity

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Energy Efficiency leads the way in carbon emission reductions

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Montana organizations unite to oppose Trump administration budget cuts and policies

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Rocky Barker: Snake River dams expendable?

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EarthFix/OPB video, “Dams or Salmon?”, never gives fish a chance

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BPA reduces Montana Intertie rate, but more action is needed

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Montana: New financing option available for solar and energy efficiency

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New Washington solar bill is a move in the right direction

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New bill threatens salmon, would weaken Endangered Species Act

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Ask your Oregon legislator to support home energy efficiency tax credits

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Debunking the myth of "Baseload Power"

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NW Energy Coalition hopes BPA will reverse intertie rate recommendation

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NW Energy Coalition regrets US withdrawal from Paris Agreement

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State releases Deep Decarbonization Analysis for Washington State

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The Trump budget’s misguided energy policy

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NWEC condemns BPA divestiture proposal

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BPA announces a better solution for I-5 corridor congestion

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A region finding its way to a clean energy future

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Settlement achieved in Microsoft bid to buy energy directly

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NWEC joins utilities, business, and environmental groups in opposing punitive Montana bill

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NWEC weighs in on Trump environment actions

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This shouldn't be happening in Oregon. Save Residential Energy Tax Credits!

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New loan options for home solar in Oregon, Idaho, and Montana

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Oregon can become a leader in energy efficient building

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Oppose Tacoma Power's request to double its customer service charge

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NWEC is hiring! Energy Efficiency Policy Associate

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Rise of Wind Alters Traditional View of Baseload Energy

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Spring 2017 Clean & Affordable Energy Conference — Boise!

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NWEC supports Sen. Ron Wyden in defending the BLM Methane Rule

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NW Energy Coalition supports Clean Energy First Act in Olympia

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NWEC presents annual Conservation Eagle Awards

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NWEC releases new Lower Snake River Dam fact sheet

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Remarks of Nancy Hirsh Executive Director, NW Energy Coalition Lower Snake River Dam Rally December 1, 2016

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NWEC Executive Director to speak at Save the Salmon Rally.

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Clean up the grid and electrify everything

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Press Release: What I-732’s defeat means

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Pay for Performance Workshop materials now available

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PRESS RELEASE: NW Energy Coalition participates in a $2 million grant from U.S. Department of Energy

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Congratulations 4 Under Forty honorees!

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Roadmap for Integrating Renewables: Fundamentals for Power Systems Relying Primarily on Renewable Energy

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A Power System Roadmap for Integrating Renewables – tomorrow in Portland

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NWEC is currently hiring!

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Transportation Electrification in the Northwest

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Pay for Performance Energy Efficiency Workshop 10/24

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I-937: The only thing we had to fear was fear itself

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“Charge Without a Cause” : The new fee electric utilities want to impose on residential customers

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PRESS RELEASE: Utility Commission Makes Energy Efficiency Work For Utility and Customers

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The New NW Energy Coalition 5-Year Strategic Plan

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4 Under Forty – submit your nominations today!

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Member Spotlight: Idaho Rivers United

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Member Spotlight: Smart Grid Northwest

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NWEC submits comment on Clean Air Rule 2nd CR 102 in Washington state

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RAP updates classic guide to U.S. electricity regulation

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Member spotlight: Oregon Solar Energy Industries Association

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NW Energy Coalition presents "Columbia-Snake River Salmon BiOp" 7/28 11:30 am

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Clean energy, consumer advocates outline good rate design principles

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Clean Air Rule: Schedule for Ecology Public Hearing Process

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"Seattle City Light Among Seven Recipients Presented with First Climate Adaption Leadership Award for Natural Resources"

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PRESS RELEASE: NW Energy Coalition statement on Department of Ecology’s new draft Clean Air Rule

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Coalition conference featuring Montana governor and NorthWestern Energy CEO draws big crowd in Missoula

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Missoulian: "Renewable energy advocates discuss future of traditional utility companies"

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Idaho's Snake River Alliance and partners roll out 'Solarize the Valley' campaign

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PRESS RELEASE: Court strikes down feds' salmon plan again

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Thank you for helping us reach our #GiveBIG goal!

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PRESS RELEASE: Good news for utilities, consumers and the climate as Gov. Inslee signs electric vehicle incentive bill

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Project spotlight: Boise is #Readyfor100

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Montana's top political and energy leaders headline NW Energy Coalition conference

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Member spotlight: Community Action Center of Whitman County

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2016 Washington legislature: The good, bad & ugly

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Oregon PUC rulings support renewables development

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Centralia coal transition grant to fund weatherization efforts

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Puget Sound Energy makes move to transition off of coal power

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Join us for an Energy Efficiency Brown Bag – March 28!

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Gov. Brown signs Oregon’s historic clean electricity, coal transition bill into law

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Oregon Votes to Plug its Cars into Renewable Energy

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Oregon Legislature Passes Historic Coal Transition Bill

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Member spotlight: YMCA Earth Service Corps

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Roger Hamilton OpEd: "Weaning state off coal is what Oregonians want"

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7th Northwest Power and Conservation Plan another stride toward clean energy future

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Member spotlight: Drive Oregon

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NW Energy Coalition issue paper weighs benefits and opportunities for vehicle electrification

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New York Times editorial: Proof That a Price on Carbon Works

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Clean energy developments in Oregon

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Montana Governor Announces Interim Clean Power Plan Advisory Council Members

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Idaho Statesman: "Idaho’s energy future: Less coal, uncertain hydro"

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Advocacy nets significant victory for energy efficiency, EV readiness at Washington’s Building Code Council

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Coalition comments highlight strengths, weaknesses of draft 7th Power Plan

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Hundreds testify for clean energy and salmon provisions in 7th Northwest Power and Conservation Plan

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Council's Power Planning Director Wins Energy Efficiency Lifetime Achievement Award

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Hundreds turn out for engrossing, inspirational Fall 2015 Clean & Affordable Energy Conference and Awards Gala

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The Northwest Power & Conservation Council reports: 'Northwest energy savings now second largest resource'

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Conference spotlight: Climate science and our changing hydrograph

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Public Hearing 11/19 on Regional Power Plan

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Special interview of Energy 350 president Chris Smith caps Clean & Affordable Energy Conference agenda

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Congratulations to our 4 Under Forty honorees & Clean Energy Awards winners!

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Earn MCLE credits at NWEC's Dec. 3 conference!

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Clean Energy Canada releases plan for British Columbia

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OpEd: A clean energy plan to benefit all Montanans

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Weigh in on the 7th Power Plan

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Press Release: Draft power plan relies on energy efficiency

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Coalition study finds negligible cost for effective salmon recovery action

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Coalition honors clean energy leaders with Headwaters awards

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Northwest Power and Conservation Council and other planners systematically underestimate efficiency savings from new products

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NWEC fall conference site's eco features

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Coalition honors I-937 architect with Headwaters Award

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Announcing our Fall 2015 Clean & Affordable Energy Conference keynote speaker: Dr. Nancy E. Ryan

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Send us your nominees for the annual 4 Under Forty honors!

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Electric utilities are meeting renewable energy targets at a lower cost

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Intensive rate design workshop well attended by regional advocates

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ACEEE awards reflect region’s energy efficiency commitment

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2015 legislative sessions challenging for Northwest clean energy advocates

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Coalition efforts help put less coal, more efficiency in PacifiCorp's plan

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Coalition offers initial ideas to strengthen 7th Plan’s energy efficiency provisions

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Renewable Northwest's Megan Decker new chair of NW Energy Coalition board

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Coalition analysis: 7th Power Plan model minimizes looming coal plant costs, ignores out-of-region generators

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The Tri-City Herald: Benton PUD’s solar panels producing savings for investors

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Coalition, allies urge Council to push low-income energy efficiency in the 7th Plan

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Bozeman Daily Chronicle guest column: Building on 10 years of renewable energy

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NW Council blog post – Northwest energy future: Efficient, low-cost, low carbon

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Coalition presents its two highest awards

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Idaho Power honors Nancy Hirsh

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Energy experts flock to Boise for Coalition's spring conference

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E&E article: Is it cool to be 'green' at sports stadiums? Yes, but it goes beyond that

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Big thanks!

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We need your help on May 5

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Spring conference to feature panel on the needs and costs for new transmission

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GiveBIG on May 5

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How clean energy is faring in Northwest state legislatures

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