The North Pacific Coast

A major theme in the chapter of the text about the North Pacific Coast Region is the significance of forest products and green energy sources.

The North Pacific Coast region largely talks about significant potential from hydroelectric power due to the number of dams in the region.

Many people assume that Colorado is a key contributor to lumber production, when in reality, it produces less than 1% of the United State's lumber overall. A large part of Colorado is made up of National Parks, protecting the forests in the region.

In terms of renewable energy, Colorado is increasing the numbers of homes powered by solar energy, and has a group dedicated to promoting the expansion of renewable energy use in Colorado called the CRES (Colorado Renewable Energy Society).

Sources:
Regional Landscapes of the United States and Canada

http://csfs.colostate.edu/cowood/library/03_Our_Industry.pdf

http://www.cres-energy.org/about_pubs.html