Clean Water
We work in solidarity with Tribes to restore clean water and healthy fish by reducing toxic pollution.
Climate Action
We use the law, community organizing, and creative communications to stop fossil fuel infrastructure and advocate for a just transition.
Healthy Communities
We engage people who live in river communities to advocate for environmental justice, including strong salmon runs.
Why the Columbia?
The Columbia River is the lifeblood of the Pacific Northwest. People depend on the Columbia for clean water, salmon, and much more.
How We Work
We partner with Tribes and unite people to advocate for environmental and climate justice. We use legal advocacy, community organizing, and education to:
Clean Water
Clean Up Hanford
Climate & Energy
Salmon Recovery
Science & Education
Our Vision for Clean Energy
Looking ahead: our 2025 Strategic Plan
What’s New
- Data Centers 101
Webinar: Unpacking the Impacts of Data Center By Lauren Goldberg, Executive Director Data center expansion presents a serious threat to … Read more - New Report Challenges Claims of “Renewable” Diesel Plans
Proposed refinery near Clatskanie promises to support climate goals, but new report shows it would have difficulty finding low-carbon feedstock Read more - New Report on Renewable Diesel Production and Implications for the NEXT RefineryBy: Audrey Leonard, Staff Attorney At Columbia Riverkeeper, we look beyond industry promises to determine the real impacts, risks, and … Read more
- City of Quincy Agrees to Clean Up Industrial Wastewater Treatment Plant
In a significant win for salmon and water quality in the Columbia River Basin, the City of Quincy, Washington has agreed to a settlement with Columbia Riverkeeper that will resolve a federal Clean Water Act lawsuit and ensure the city’s industrial wastewater treatment facility complies with its permit. Read more
