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Crews install a new Tesla roof at Dave Miller's Camas home. At top: The glass photovoltaic tiles in a Tesla roof are stronger than standard roofing tiles, according to the company.

Camas home likely first in region to boast Tesla solar roof

Crews install a new Tesla roof at Dave Miller's Camas home. At top: The glass photovoltaic tiles in a Tesla roof are stronger than standard roofing tiles, according to the company.

October 21, 2021, 6:03am Business Subscriber Exclusive

Last Wednesday was an important day for Camas resident Dave Miller. That was the day crews finished installing his new Tesla roof. Yes, that Tesla. Read story

A Bonneville Power Administration substation to the east of Interstate 5 is pictured near Hazel Dell on Friday morning. The Northwest Power and Conservation Council, which oversees BPA's long-term growth, recently released its draft 2021 Northwest Power Plan for public comment.

Northwest Power and Conservation Council sets aggressive targets for renewable energy

A Bonneville Power Administration substation to the east of Interstate 5 is pictured near Hazel Dell on Friday morning. The Northwest Power and Conservation Council, which oversees BPA's long-term growth, recently released its draft 2021 Northwest Power Plan for public comment.

October 2, 2021, 6:04am Business

The Northwest Power and Conservation Council has published its draft 2021 Northwest Power Plan, which will guide the development of the Bonneville Power Administration and the regional power grid through 2027. Read story

Power transmission lines and towers that run east through Vancouver are pictured above Burnt Bridge Creek on Monday morning. A balloon hit one of the lines near this spot on Aug. 21 and caused a brief power outage for nearly 19,000 people.

Clark Public Utilities warns: Balloon strikes can pop off power

Power transmission lines and towers that run east through Vancouver are pictured above Burnt Bridge Creek on Monday morning. A balloon hit one of the lines near this spot on Aug. 21 and caused a brief power outage for nearly 19,000 people.

August 31, 2021, 6:03am Business

Just after 8 o’clock on a recent Saturday evening, nearly 19,000 people in central Vancouver lost power. It was little more than a blip — the lights came back on in a matter of seconds — but it was technically an accidental outage, and there was a very specific cause:… Read story

During the late June heat wave in 2021, Clark Public Utilities' peak demand for power was 62 percent higher than usual, causing extra load on its substations and power lines.

In wake of extreme heat wave, Clark Public Utilities plans upgrades

During the late June heat wave in 2021, Clark Public Utilities' peak demand for power was 62 percent higher than usual, causing extra load on its substations and power lines.

August 3, 2021, 6:01am Business Subscriber Exclusive

The late June heat wave pushed temperatures in Clark County to record-breaking highs, and it generated a corresponding spike in regional electricity consumption as residents hunkered down at home and cranked up their air conditioning. Read story

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Hockinson residents asked to limit water usage during heat wave

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June 28, 2021, 10:16am Clark County News Free

Clark Public Utilities is asking Hockinson-area residents to limit their water consumption to personal necessities after usage increased dramatically over the weekend. Read story

Power outage affects nearly 7,000 utility customers in Salmon Creek

May 1, 2021, 11:30am Clark County News Free

More than 4,000 Clark Public Utilities customers in the Salmon Creek area are without power this morning. Read story

Morning Press: New Seasons; VPS superintendent; Vaccine allocation; Evergreen schools; La Center musher; EV program

March 6, 2021, 6:02am Business

What does the weather have in store this weekend? For details, check our local weather coverage. In case you missed them, here are some of the top stories from the week: Downtown Vancouver residents ready to welcome New Seasons Market Downtown Vancouver residents are mostly jubilant… Read story

An electric vehicle charging station outside the Clark Public Utilities administration building. The utility&#039;s commission approved a Transportation Electrification plan Tuesday that will include multiple programs offering rebates for vehicle charging infrastructure.

Clark Public Utilities charges up EV incentive program

An electric vehicle charging station outside the Clark Public Utilities administration building. The utility&#039;s commission approved a Transportation Electrification plan Tuesday that will include multiple programs offering rebates for vehicle charging infrastructure.

March 3, 2021, 6:03am Business Subscriber Exclusive

Clark Public Utilities is preparing to launch a series of incentive programs intended to supercharge local electric vehicle adoption rates. Read story

Power restored to all Clark County residents

February 17, 2021, 7:41pm Clark County News

Clark Public Utilities wrapped up repairs and restored power to its customers early Wednesday morning, following a dayslong effort to address issues caused by the prolonged winter weather event. Read story

The WSU Vancouver campus continues to look toward the future by adding robust, in-demand STEM programs, including engineering and neuroscience.

Power outage hits Salmon Creek, WSU Vancouver campus

The WSU Vancouver campus continues to look toward the future by adding robust, in-demand STEM programs, including engineering and neuroscience.

January 28, 2021, 1:20pm Clark County News Free

More than 1,000 Clark County residents in the Salmon Creek area lost power Thursday. Read story