what effect has the climate of eastern washington had on energy?
energy costs remain low because the climate is mild and relatively unchanging
extreme cold temperatures in the region requires more energy to heat homes
the rain shadow effect enables farmers to use less energy to cultivate crops
wind energy is converted to electric power
through the region's strong and consistent wind patterns
the relatively dry climate allows for efficient use of hydropower through the abundance of rivers and dams
the region's sunny climate allows for the development and utilization of solar energy resources.