Northwest Power & Conservation Council

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River of the West

River of the West tells the story of the Columbia River Basin, from its early settlement in the 19th century and growing salmon fishery to the development of the Northwest's hydrosystem. It introduces the history of the basin, natural resource issues we struggle with, and the role of the Council to reach a sustainable balance between the needs of fish and wildlife and the production of electricity. 2-part video.

Sixth Power Plan Public Hearings

Oct 14, 2009 public hearing on the Northwest Power & Conservation Council's Draft 6th Power Plan (see http://www.nwcouncil.org/energy/powerplan)

Energy Efficiency by Tom Eckman

Lunchtime presentation to staff Feb 19, 2010

Barbless Hooks and Alternative Gear

Washington update on Selective Fishery Implementation: Alternative Gears and Barbless Hooks: Bill Tweit, Columbia River/Distant Waters Policy Lead, Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife.

Progress Report on the Kootenai River Habitat

Restoration Regional Power Plan
Sue Ireland, Kootenai Tribe of Idaho, Greg Delwiche, Bonneville Power Administration, and Frances Coffey, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers briefed Council members on the Kootenai River Habitat Restoration project, which is funded by Bonneville through the Council's fish and wildlife program. The project seeks to restore and enhance the Kootenai River habitat.