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Up Close - Up Close - January 31, 2013
New sources seen as key to power supply
Northwest conservation group projects adequate generation through '17


Wind power and developments outside the Northwest are changing the character of the region's electricity system. However, the power supply will remain adequate during the next five years with the addition of new generation and additional energy efficiency equal to the output of a single, medium-sized power plant.

Those are among the findings of an analysis by the Portland-based Northwest Resource Adequacy Forum.

"As the region's power system has evolved over time, it'...


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