Environment
Environment
Comments Sought On ‘One Of Best Pumped Storage Sites’ In Washington
Storing renewable energy is critical in the Northwest. A draft review for the region’s largest proposed energy storage project is available for public comment.
More Than Work: Living On A Ship, Crew, Officers Become Friends, Family
The Bell M. Shimada is designed to gather scientific information. But the collaborative effort of the crew and officers makes scientific endeavors at sea possible.
This Single-Celled Sea Critter Could Help Scientists Learn About Climate Change
One single-celled oceanic organism could provide big answers to questions about climate change.
Growing Phytoplankton To Learn More About The Ocean’s Food Web
Phytoplankton make up an extremely important part of the ocean’s food chain, serving as food for organisms that feed young salmon and other fish in the ocean.
Watching For Whales – And Their Food
Scientists aboard the Bell M. Shimada keep an eye out for whales. One scientist hopes to help predict where whales will show up by studying the food they eat.
To Unravel Some Of The Ocean’s Mysteries, Scientists Head To Sea
At least twice a year, a team of scientists on NOAA’s research vessel Bell M. Shimada survey waters along the Washington and Oregon coast.
New Draft Report Says Removing The Snake River Dams Would Be Best For Salmon
Breaching the dams would be the best way to remove Snake River salmon runs from the Endangered Species List and the best way to maintain treaty and trust obligations with tribes, according to the report. It could cost from $10.3 billion to $27.2 billion.
While Spring Rains Help Most Of Washington, Parts Still Under Emergency Drought
Eastern Washington is in for another hot, dry summer. But – spring rains mean the west side of the state will no longer face a drought.
Scientists Head To Sea To Learn More About Ocean Conditions
The place where salmon spend most of their lives also is the place scientists know the least about: the ocean.
Mentored Hunts Work To Increase Hunters, Solve Fish And Wildlife Funding Problems
Fewer people in the Northwest are learning to hunt, which causes funding problems for state fish and wildlife departments. To solve the funding problem, experienced hunters are teaching newbies how to get involved in the sport.
Salmon Summit Teaches Kids About Conservation, Science
A recent salmon field trip has helped students become more curious about salmon.
Report To Washington State Parks Commission Shows Barriers For Black Community Outdoors
The Washington State Parks Commission says it wants more Black community members to enjoy the outdoors.
