Environment Washington state clean-energy funds re-frozen by Trump White House More than $500 million in federal funding for clean energy in Washington state is being held up by the Trump Administration. John Ryan
Politics Trump’s proposed Canada tariff could boost Northwest energy bills President Trump’s proposed 25% tariff on Canadian imports could be an expensive proposition for the Pacific Northwest, which depends heavily on its northern neighbors for energy supplies. John Ryan
Environment Despite state law, Washington takes 3+ years to reveal its climate pollution When it comes to climate change, speed matters. John Ryan
Environment Biden ban puts more of Northwest off limits to oil drilling A new ban from President Joe Biden prevents offshore drilling within 200 miles of the nation’s Atlantic and Pacific coasts, as well as the eastern Gulf of Mexico and the northern Bering Sea. John Ryan
Environment Washington carbon auctions resume after surviving election challenge Washington state held its first carbon auction since voters upheld the state’s flagship climate law in November. John Ryan
Environment Climate pollution surges in Washington state after pandemic lull After sharply dropping during the Covid-19 pandemic, the state’s carbon dioxide emissions have bounced back. John Ryan
Environment Dam siren blares false alarm to Skagit Valley town Some residents of the Skagit Valley got a scare early Monday morning: An evacuation siren went off at 6:53 a.m. near the town of Hamilton. John Ryan
Politics Washington’s natural gas initiative wins, but court challenges could be next Builders and contractors in Washington are celebrating the passage of Initiative 2066, calling it a victory for “energy choice.” Meanwhile, opponents of the measure say it will make it harder to achieve Washington’s clean energy goals, and they may sue to block it. Amy Radil
Environment Energy foes spar with misleading claims over natural gas Initiative 2066 "Stop the gas ban," roadside signs and online ads urge Washington voters, even though gas hasn’t been banned in Washington. John Ryan Play AudioListen 5 mins
