Why the Pacific Northwest?
The Pacific Northwest is where next-generation clean energy technologies become reality.
No single advantage defines the Pacific Northwest. The region brings together abundant energy resources, national laboratories and research universities, manufacturing depth, global market access and industrial capacity in one connected clean energy ecosystem. Across Washington, Oregon, Idaho and Montana, companies can move from early-stage innovation to commercial operation and long-term growth without leaving the region.
Why companies choose the Pacific Northwest
GLOBAL MARKET ACCESS
99 public ports, 480+ airports, 10,000+ miles of rail
The Pacific Northwest’s multimodal transportation network connects businesses with suppliers, customers and manufacturing partners across North America and international markets.
LOWER-COST INTERNATIONAL TRADE
15 Foreign-Trade Zones
Fifteen Foreign-Trade Zones across the region help businesses lower trade costs, streamline supply chains and compete more effectively in international markets.
GATEWAY BETWEEN GLOBAL MARKETS
Gateway to Asian and European markets
The Pacific Northwest provides efficient access to two of the world’s largest economic regions, giving companies a practical base for serving global customers.
FASTER ACCESS TO ASIA
Shortest West Coast shipping routes to Asia
Located on the northern edge of the West Coast, Pacific Northwest ports shorten shipping times to many key Asian markets, improving logistics performance and supply chain reliability.
Why the Pacific Northwest leads in clean energy
Clean, reliable electricity
The region operates one of North America’s cleanest electricity systems, anchored by hydropower, nuclear, wind, and other renewable resources. This mix provides reliable, low-carbon power for manufacturers, technology developers and energy-intensive industries.
World-class research and innovation
National laboratories and leading research universities help move new technologies through testing, validation and commercialization across nuclear energy, grid modernization, materials science and renewable power.
Advanced manufacturing ecosystem
The region manufacturing based spans semiconductors, battery materials, aerospace components, marine energy systems, renewable fuels and other clean energy technologies. Facilities across the pacific Northwest are moving through construction, certification and commercial production, connecting companies with suppliers, technical expertise and adjacent markets.
Integrated energy infrastructure
Hydropower, regional transmission networks, industrial sites and specialized test facilities give large projects access to power, connectivity and real-world validation. New storage and interregional transmission projects are adding flexibility to the regional energy system.
A growing clean energy workforce
Universities, national laboratories and technical training programs across the Pacific Northwest continue to develop the scientists, engineers, skilled tradespeople and manufacturing workers for a growing range of clean energy roles.
Washington
Brings breakthrough clean energy technologies to market by connecting innovators with customers, capital and policy pathways.
Oregon
Combines operating test infrastructure, engineering expertise and production capabilities to move clean energy technologies from validation into real-world use.
Idaho
Provides specialized research facilities and predictable operating conditions for complex technologies and industries with long planning horizons.
Montana
Pairs operating industrial assets with materials, power and transmission access required for large-scale energy projects.
Key clean energy sectors
Advanced nuclear
Grid technologies and energy storage
Semiconductors and power electronics
Sustainable aviation fuel
Marine energy
Critical minerals
Transmission and grid infrastructure
Advanced clean energy manufacturing
Key clean energy projects
Projects across the Pacific Northwest showcase how the region supports every stage of development, from technology testing and production to commercial generation and interregional transmission.
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Ready to build in the Pacific Northwest?
Whether you’re bringing a breakthrough technology to market, adding production capacity, building new energy systems or investing in the next generation of clean energy, the Pacific Northwest offers the expertise, infrastructure and partnerships to move your project forward.