The flexibility of the Columbia River Power System allows water stored upstream, hundreds of miles away, to be used to help threatened chum salmon spawn even during dry falls such as 2019.

The U.S, Environmental Protection Agency is again recognizing BPA for its outstanding sustainability efforts.

Administrator Mainzer presented the accolade to American Public Power Association Chief Executive Officer Sue Kelly for her public power policy leadership and vision on the challenges facing the energy industry.

BPA’s fiscal year 2019 annual report indicates the agency is making progress toward meeting its strategic objectives and is focused on sustained success.