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
Learn about Columbia Riverkeeper’s impact in 2025 and plans for 2026 with the latest issue of “Currents”
What’s New
- PCB: Un Legado Tóxico y Un Problema Persistente
Los PCB, o bifenilos policlorados, son un grupo de sustancias químicas orgánicas fabricadas por el hombre que son tóxicas y peligrosas, y que siguen envenenando los ríos, a los peces y a las personas décadas después de su prohibición. Read more - PCBs: a Toxic Legacy and Ongoing Problem
PCBs, or polychlorinated biphenyls, are a group of toxic, human-made, hazardous organic chemicals that, even decades after their ban, continue to impact rivers, fish, and people. Read more - Critical Energy Infrastructure Hub Public Hearing
This is our chance to reduce toxic fuels in Portland! Read more - Strategies for Pushing Back in 2026
Columbia Riverkeeper Legal Director shares the strategies our organization will use in 2026 to protect the Columbia River. Read more
