A flood in 2022 signaled how bad things can get in a Seattle neighborhood staring down even more sea level rise in the decades to come.

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The Columbia River is critical for fish, energy, commerce and identity. But it faces an uncertain future. How much more can it take?

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Over the past year, tracing the path of the Columbia from the Similkameen River in British Columbia to the Owyhee in Duck Valley, communities shared their stories about this new mining boom and its complex balance of influences.

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WA state is in many ways a leader in efforts to combat the climate emergency.

For the earth to run on power from solar, wind, with battery storage & electric vehicles by 2050, humanity would need a lot more mining.

Today we published a ‘New Mining Boom’ photo page, linking the series’ stories.

Can the rush for clean energy overcome a legacy of pollution?

"More clean energy technology means more materials — and more mining. It cannot yet be done by recycling alone."

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A mine in the northern reaches of the Columbia Basin produces a metal the world needs to phase out fossil fuels. It holds promise — and danger.

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Washington's need for EVs comes at a cost for mining towns:

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Can the rush for clean energy overcome a legacy of pollution?

"More clean energy technology means more materials — and more mining. It cannot yet be done by recycling alone."

✍️ @isabellabreda.bsky.social

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A mine in the northern reaches of the Columbia Basin produces a metal the world needs to phase out fossil fuels. It holds promise — and danger.

✍️ @isabellabreda.bsky.social

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Washington state is a hotbed for carbon capture research. What is it anyway? ✍️ @conradswanson.bsky.social

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WA fire crews head to California to help battle blazes:

"King, Pierce, Thurston, Snohomish and Mason counties are sending a total of six structure engine strike teams, 30 engines total, to Southern California."

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As the days grow shorter and colder, thousands of winter waterfowl migrate to Washington's Skagit valley, drawn to the region’s intertidal estuaries, marshes and rich agricultural lands.

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“We want to govern ourselves, and look after our own lands; we don’t want to shut industries down, but we want more say in what is done,” said Chief Jerry Jack of the Mowachaht/Muchalaht First Nation.

B.C. First Nation sues to reclaim title to traditional land:
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“I pursue art because it helps me grow and learn,” said Ryan Feddersen. “I want others to grow and learn through art as well.”

This WA artist brings subtle beauty to everyday life: www.seattletimes.com/entertainmen...