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Ecology seeks input on carbon linkage idea

May 5, 2023, 6:00am Clark County News Free

The Washington Department of Ecology is seeking public input on its consideration to link the state’s carbon market with similar markets in California and Quebec. Read story

The sidewalk is covered in fallen blossoms from the Shirofugen cherry trees at Clark College in Vancouver.

Boom! Clark County awakens to rare morning thunderstorms

The sidewalk is covered in fallen blossoms from the Shirofugen cherry trees at Clark College in Vancouver.

May 4, 2023, 10:50am Clark County News

That was loud awakening. And, no, the jolt didn’t originate from a garbage bin tumbling outside or from a plane flying overhead. Rather, the booms originated from thunderstorms that the National Weather Service reported around 5:45 a.m. Read story

Washington Department of Ecology seeks input on state’s plastics law

May 4, 2023, 5:59am Clark County News

The Washington Department of Ecology is seeking public comment regarding its proposed changes to the state’s 2021 plastics law. Read story

A rendering of the Port of Camas-Washougal depicts future commercial, retail and residential developments. The port's trajectory toward sustainable operations includes the Community Solar East project, a plan to establish a 799-kilowatt solar grid at its industrial park in partnership with Clark Public Utilities.

Port of Camas-Washougal solar project planned in partnership with Clark Public Utilities

A rendering of the Port of Camas-Washougal depicts future commercial, retail and residential developments. The port's trajectory toward sustainable operations includes the Community Solar East project, a plan to establish a 799-kilowatt solar grid at its industrial park in partnership with Clark Public Utilities.

May 2, 2023, 6:07pm Clark County News

Clark Public Utilities’ community solar project is on track to more than double its current electric generation. Read story

The Gifford Pinchot National Forest manages 68,660 acres, or 79 percent of the Little White Salmon watershed. Out of that, roughly 15,600 acres are being considered for fire mitigation projects, including commercial and noncommerical thinning, as well as controlled burns.

Little White Salmon watershed project aims to prepare area for effects of climate change

The Gifford Pinchot National Forest manages 68,660 acres, or 79 percent of the Little White Salmon watershed. Out of that, roughly 15,600 acres are being considered for fire mitigation projects, including commercial and noncommerical thinning, as well as controlled burns.

May 1, 2023, 6:01am Clark County News

The Little White Salmon watershed, resting toward the eastern edge of the Gifford Pinchot National Forest, will likely be among the first areas within the forest to face stressors caused by climate change. Read story

Reward of $20K offered in sea lion boat incident

April 30, 2023, 6:05am Clark County News Free

Federal officials are offering up to $20,000 for information regarding an incident on April 3 where a boater appeared to charge sea lions swimming in the Columbia River near Hayden Island. Read story

Disaster preparedness topic of free session at Pearson Air Museum

April 27, 2023, 5:59am Clark County News

The Fort Vancouver National Historic Site and Southwest Washington American Red Cross will host a free disaster preparedness information session at 10 a.m. Saturday at the Pearson Air Museum, 115 E. Fifth St. Read story

Western Washington Lakes Workshop set for May 6

April 26, 2023, 5:22am Clark County News Free

Gather your bait, hook, sinker and bobber, and prepare to absorb some “reel” science. Read story

Tree-of-heaven, otherwise known as ailanthus altissima, is a fast-growing shade tree that wreaks havoc on both local ecosystems and homeowners. The tree, native to China, excels at extending its network of roots, which have been known to grow through walls and concrete, as well as outcompete other plants.

Tree-of-heaven is an otherworldly invader in Northwest

Tree-of-heaven, otherwise known as ailanthus altissima, is a fast-growing shade tree that wreaks havoc on both local ecosystems and homeowners. The tree, native to China, excels at extending its network of roots, which have been known to grow through walls and concrete, as well as outcompete other plants.

April 23, 2023, 6:00am Clark County Life

Who knew something so sweet-sounding could be incredibly menacing. Tree-of-heaven is obnoxiously noxious, earning it a designation on Washington’s quarantine list, which prohibits its sale or distribution within the state. Read story

(Lauren Ellenbecker/The Columbian)

Group urges Clark County to include climate action in growth management plan

(Lauren Ellenbecker/The Columbian)

April 19, 2023, 6:05am Clark County News

The chance to put Clark County on a deliberate, sustainable pathway is now. Read story