OUR MISSION
Lead the charge for the Northwest to realize its clean energy potential using hydroelectricity as the cornerstone.
GOALS FOR THE NORTHWEST
Fight climate change through clean energy and transportation
Restore healthy fish populations in the Northwest’s rivers
Include vulnerable communities in the region’s clean energy future
Maintain an affordable, dependable electric grid
CARBON-FREE, LOW-COST POWER
The Northwest is the leader in clean energy with over 50% of our region’s power being provided by renewables. Hydro accounts for 46% annually, with wind providing 9% and solar contributing around 1% to the mix. Due to climate concerns, our reliance on renewable generation will continue to grow as we move to a carbon-free future.
Luckily for us, our largest renewable, hydropower, is helping us churn out thousands of megawatts and providing wind and solar with firm backup in our quest to go greener.
CARBON-FREE, LOW-COST POWER
The Northwest is the leader in renewable energy with over 50% of our region’s power being provided by renewables. Hydro accounts for 46% annually, with wind providing 9% and solar contributing around 1% to the mix. Due to climate concerns, our reliance on renewable generation will continue to grow as we move to a carbon-free future. Luckily for us, our largest renewable, hydropower, is helping us in our quest to go greener.
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Affordable Energy for All Thanks to hydroelectricity, Northwest communities pay some of the lowest energy bills in the nation.
Investments in Salmon Billions of dollars have been invested in habitat restoration and dam improvements to support salmon populations across the region.
Reliability for Renewables Hydroelectric dams help balance the fluctuations of solar and wind, which helps us achieve our clean energy goals.
NORTHWEST HYDRO BY THE NUMBERS
LATEST NEWS
4 governors agree to work together as NW salmon may have just 20 to 30 years left | Tri-City Herald
“In addition, scientists at the University of Alaska pointed to a more hostile ocean environment due to climate change and salmon spending fewer years at sea as chinook salmon in Alaska’s rivers are significantly smaller than they were in 1960, Northwest RiverPartners said.
The governors’ process needs to ensure the vitality of the hydropower system as a means to prevent more harm to salmon from climate change and also harm to people, including from devastating wildfires, the organization said.”