The Water Bureau set a goal to reduce overall bureau electrical use by 5% by July 2012.
To reach this goal, the bureau is investing in energy efficiency projects like these:

Case Study: Interstate Efficient Lighting

Case Study: Pumping Modifications Reduction

Renewable Energy
On 12/21/2009 the bureau's first large solar array, Solar on the Slough, began generating electricity. Solar on the Slough is located at the Columbia South Shore Well Field.

You can take a live look at the solar array's energy production through our online, live monitor.

Read the FAQ document to learn all about Solar on the Slough.