Turning Intention into Measurable Results.
The Energy Forward Alliance was formed to do more than talk about clean energy. We exist to move our region from conversation to coordinated action — and to ensure that action delivers real economic and environmental results.
Every initiative we pursue is rooted in our mission: drive advanced energy innovation and partnerships in the Tri-Cities to build a reliable and sustainable clean energy future.
Our Objectives
The Energy Forward Alliance is working toward a future in which the Tri-Cities secures a reliable and abundant supply of clean power, stands as a global leader in the deployment of innovative energy solutions, and inspires other regions to adopt a sustainable energy community model.
Intention.
Action.
Impact.
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Build
upon our region's legacy of energy innovation to develop and achieve a reliable and sustainable clean energy future crafted with strategic INTENTION.
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Shift
our community's history of engagement and information-sharing toward an approach centered on dynamic ACTION.
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Root
our vision and mission execution in solutions that provide greatest IMPACT.
Integrated Clean Energy & Decarbonized Industrial Strategies
The Tri-Cities has the expertise, infrastructure, and legacy to lead the next generation of energy innovation. From advanced nuclear to grid-scale storage and hydrogen production, we support the technologies that position our region at the forefront of reliable, decarbonized power.
Advanced Nuclear Technologies & Supply Chain Subheading 2
Next-generation reactor deployment and nuclear fuel innovation, anchored by regional partners including Energy Northwest, X-energy, and Terrapower.
Hydrogen Production and Distribution Subheading 2
Building out the Pacific Northwest Hydrogen Hub to deliver carbon-free energy to transportation, manufacturing, and heavy industry across three states.
Energy Storage Systems Subheading 2
Advancing grid-scale battery storage — including PNNL's Grid Storage Launchpad — to ensure reliable delivery of clean power across the Pacific Northwest.
Renewable Energy Technologies Subheading 2
Championing utility-scale solar and wind, including the Hanford Site project set to become the nation's largest solar and storage installation at over 1 gigawatt.
Carbon Capture, Utilization, and Storage Solutions
Deploying carbon capture alongside industrial projects, including the world's first at-scale, low-carbon fertilizer facility reducing carbon footprint by 99%.
Enhanced Transmission Subheading 2
Securing the transmission infrastructure critical to moving clean power from generation sources to communities, businesses, and industrial users across the region.
Convene Subheading 2
We bring together municipalities, industry leaders, research institutions, and policymakers to align around shared clean energy priorities.
Coordinate Subheading 2
We support strategic planning that integrates generation, transmission, industrial development, and workforce readiness into one cohesive regional approach.
Catalyze Subheading 2
We help accelerate investment, partnerships, and project deployment that strengthen the Tri-Cities’ position as a leader in advanced energy innovation.