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Northwest Power and Conservation Council says needs can be met

Renewable resources, natural gas generation, conservation cited

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Transmission poles support wires Jan. 16 near Swift Dam in Cougar. A draft plan released by the Northwest Power and Conservation Council addresses the region’s power needs in the coming years. (Taylor Balkom/The Columbian files)

Data centers, growing tech demands, continuing electrification of cars and homes, and extreme weather events could push the region’s power needs into uncharted territory.

New recommendations, however, suggest additional renewable resources, storage, natural gas generation and conservation should cover the growing demand for power in the region.

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