To request a print copy of the following publications, click here,
call 503-230-INFO [4636] or 1-800-622-4520, or e-mail library@bpa.gov.
General Information
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A concise explanation of what BPA does. (10 pages, 7x7")
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A two-page collection of handy facts about BPA.
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A handy pocket collection of facts about BPA.
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BPA's responsibilities to the people and the environment of the Pacific Northwest. (8 pages)
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BPA news and public involvement opportunities for customers, constituents and the general public. A mailing list is available for this publication. (4 pages)
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Information on specific projects or issues. (Page numbers vary)
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Revenue and expenses; year in review.
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BPA's structure and leaders. (1 page, 11x17")
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Historical high points since BPA's creation in 1937. (8 pages)
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A reverse chronological listing of BPA's Records of Decision.
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Letters
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Administrator Steve Wright has issued a letter to the region inviting interested parties to join him at the Jan. 31 meeting to provide information the agency should consider as it develops the initial spending levels for the formal Integrated Program Review, slated to begin this summer.
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Administrator Steve Wright has written a letter to the region explaining how cost management practices have contributed to the agency's positive revenue picture.
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Brochures/Publications
Columbia River Treaty Review
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Summarizes the Columbia River Treaty between the United States and Canada and an overview of the multi-year effort to address post-2024 Treaty provisions. (8 pages)
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Describes the initial phase of the multi-year effort to address post-2024 Treaty provisions. (4 pages)
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The Phase 1 studies were the initial base modeling and analysis done for the larger Columbia River Treaty 2014/2024 Review.
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Phase 1 Report Appendices.
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Supplemental Report provides information on how current U.S.
fish operations may affect the operation of U.S. reservoirs or may be impacted by Called
Upon flood control and termination or continuation of the Treaty.
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Supplemental Report Appendices A-D and Fact Sheet.
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Education
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(Preschool - 3rd) The story of electricity, water and fish featuring Zippie, Splash and Sam N. (14 pages)
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(Preschool - 3rd) Saving energy featuring Zippie, Splash and Sam N. (4 pages)
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(3rd-6th grade) Intended for use with the Kids in the Creek curriculum, this laminated card identifies the bugs that indicate whether or not a stream is healthy for salmon. (2 pages)
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(3rd-6th grade) How Electricity gets from the River to Your House. (4 pages)
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(4th-6th grade) A folded geometric figure that explains the water cycle. (11x17")
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(4th-6th grade) A folded geometric figure that explains the life cycle of the Pacific Salmon. (11x17")
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(4th-8th grade) This 3-D replica of a dam with fish ladder, transformer and transmission tower can be assembled and taped to its base showing roads, grass and the river. (2 pages)
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(4th-10th grade) The story of the Pacific Northwest salmon. (16 pages)
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(5th-9th grade) The fictional story of Leslie LaFont and her grandfather canoeing the Columbia River from its source in British Columbia to the Pacific Ocean, 82 days and 1,200 miles later. (23 pages)
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(6th-10th grade) The life of a single wild Chinook salmon, Onco (short for Oncorhynchus tshawystcha), told through text and pictures. (19 pages)
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(8th-12th grade) This 12-page booklet contains fun facts and interviews with BPA employees about what it takes to keep the lights on in the Pacific Northwest. (12 pages) Companion 14 minute video can also be ordered.
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(11th-12th grade) A detailed explanation of the planning and operation of the multi-use dams and reservoirs of the Columbia River System. (80 pages)
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Energy Efficiency
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Simple steps you can take to cut your energy consumption.
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Environment
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Potential electric and magnetic fields levels are important factors that BPA considers when determining and selecting transmission line project alternatives.
See also: the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences Web site at www.niehs.nih.gov/health/topics/agents/emf/ and the World Health Organization Web site at www.who.int/peh-emf/publications/en/.
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The EIS process consists of several steps, each with opportunities for you to get involved. BPA follows these six steps for EISs on projects, plans and policies.
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An overview of BPA's environmental stewardship in the Pacific Northwest.
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Federal Columbia River Power System
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Overview of hydropower, how it works for you and its role in the Pacific Northwest. (8 pages) |
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Examines the 31 federally owned multipurpose dams on the Columbia and its tributaries (10 pages) |
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A detailed explanation of the planning and operation of the multi-use dams and reservoirs of the Columbia River System. (80 pages) |
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How the Columbia River System responds to short-term needs. (51 pages) |
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A guide to the Pacific Northwest Coordination Agreement. (46 pages) |
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How computers are used in Columbia River planning. (43 pages) |
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How to navigate through the SOR Analysis (30 pages) |
Fish
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Learn how the dams have been revamped and their operations overhauled to increase fish survival. (4 pages) |
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Learn the important role hatcheries play in protecting and restoring salmon runs. (4 pages) |
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Learn about programs to reduce the impact of key predators on salmon. (2 pages) |
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Find out how ocean studies help fish managers choose the most effective strategies for salmon survival. (4 pages)
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How to cash in on the Pikeminnow Sport Reward Fishery Program. (Four-fold) |
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Understanding, locating, and catching Northern pikeminnow. (Four-fold) |
Landowner Use and Safety Information
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A brochure on BPA's Vegetation Management program to prevent outages and protect public safety.
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Information on vegetation management near power lines specifically related to crops. (4 pages)
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A basic safety guide for anyone who lives or works near power lines.
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A guide for the proper use of right-of-way easements and general safe practices around the high-voltage power lines.
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Form to be completed for proposed use of a BPA right-of-way (Microsoft Word).
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How BPA acquires land or land rights for projects. Identifies the choices and rights you have as a landowner and explains each step in the process.
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How to report theft, vandalism, illegal dumping or suspicious activities on Bonneville Power Administration property.
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Legal
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Statutes that led to the creation of and govern BPA. (242 pages)
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With index (50 pages)
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Power
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Overview of hydropower, how it works for you and its role in the Pacific Northwest. (8 pages) |
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BPA's current renewable energy projects. (Four-fold)
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Transmission
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Discussion of BPA's voluntary efforts to seek reciprocity status from FERC.
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Reports
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Columbia River high-water operations [June 1-14, 2010]
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BPA has researched and issued a comprehensive report outlining the steps it and others took during the recent high Columbia River streamflows to avoid harming fish because of excess spill.
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Conferring with customers on BPA's transmission tariff
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Discussion of BPA's voluntary efforts to seek reciprocity status from FERC. (12 pages)
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Annual Report on Conservation Savings (32 pages)
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Interactive Sustainability Report
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Pacific Northwest Loads and Resources Study (188 pages, technical appendixes = 1104 pages)
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[aka, the "White Paper"] 2008 Initial Roadmap (31 pages)
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[aka, the "White Paper"] Challenge for the Northwest, Protecting and managing an increasingly congested transmission system. (34 pages)
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Tribal
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Information regarding BPA's Tribal Affairs services and programs. (Four-fold)
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The purpose, objectives, and principles of the BPA Tribal Policy. (Tri-fold)
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Maps
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Lines by voltage (48 x 36")
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Also Available
Archive (discontinued publications)
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BPA examination of lessons learned from the 2000-2001 West Coast Energy Crisis
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BPA examination of lessons learned from the 2000-2001 West Coast Energy Crisis
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Background on electric utility issues (2005 - 2006)
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This is no longer being published
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This is no longer being published
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Information on current electric utility issues (2005)
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Information on current electric utility issues (2006)
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Specific project, program, or policy information (1996 - 2005)
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