The conflict in Iran has caused fuel prices to soar and Washington State farmers said it hits them hard when they are putting crops in the ground. 

State officials recently announced funding for a slew of solar power projects along with a few other clean energy efforts in the Mid-Columbia. 

Research programs at Pacific Northwest National Laboratory may be facing more belt tightening if President Donald Trump’s budget proposal for the next fiscal year is implemented. 

The nuclear company behind the small modular reactors planned for north of Richland has launched the process to sell common stock in the company via the Nasdaq stock exchange. 

Projects aimed at nuclear energy and education at Washington State University Tri-Cities are among the 10 projects to receive inaugural awards from a research initiative from WSU President Betsy Cantwell. 

A state-level economic development association singled out the ports of Benton and Walla Walla for accolades in its annual awards for securing the most economically significant development projects in the past year. 

Everything from uninstalled solar panels and fleet vehicles to computers and office furniture will be up for the taking beginning March 25 as liquidators clear inventory and equipment of a former Pasco-based solar company that went bankrupt at the end of 2025. 

Spring break is just around the corner, and if you’re driving to take some time off, you’ll be shelling out a good bit more at the pump. 

The Yakama Nation will receive $4.9 million from the state Department of Commerce to advance several clean energy projects. 

With abundant land, affordable clean power and an experienced talent pool, the Tri-Cities can become the nation’s premier digital infrastructure hub. But the real opportunity lies in getting the balance right and pairing rapid growth with environmental responsibility, sound energy planning and meaningful returns for local communities.