Energy
The Tri-Cities is poised to become the capital of clean energy. Our special section explores the limits of the BPA power system and the end of dirty power.

Clean energy policies hamper industrial development
When it comes to heavy industry and manufacturing, low-cost electricity and the power sector are foundational to producing competitively priced goods and products. The Tri-City...

Professionals, not politicians, need to drive energy planning
The decarbonization of the electric grid seems to be the topic of news stories across the country. The call for replacement of the fossil-fuel infrastructure,...

Reliable electricity depends on our ability to work together
When I’m home, like everyone else, I flip on the light switch and expect my lights to come on without giving a thought about if...

Inslee seeks $10 million for energy institute at WSU Tri-Cities
Gov. Jay Inslee will seek $10 million in 2023 to establish the Institute for Northwest Energy Futures at Washington State University Tri-Cities. The move fulfills...

Richland improves metering efficiency, renewable energy use
Richland is preparing to launch final testing of a new utility metering system prior to its rollout in 2022, ending the need for dedicated meter...

X-energy swoons at opportunity to bring next-gen nuclear to Tri-Cities
J. Clay Sell J. Clay Sell had two main goals when he visited the Tri-Cities in October to participate in Energy...
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