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- [Defending Endangered Species](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2026/defending-endangered-species-legal-challenge/) - Columbia Riverkeeper filed a federal court case challenging the Trump administration’s rules aimed at making it easier to destroy the habitat of threatened and endangered species.
- [Data Centers in Oregon: Opportunities for Public Engagement](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2026/data-centers-in-oregon/) - Now is your chance to speak up about the massive increase in data centers in Oregon.
- [Taking on Big Tech's Data Center Building Spree](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2026/taking-on-big-techs-data-center-building-spree/) - With timely intervention, the Northwest could become a model for smart data center regulation that allows for a just transition from fossil fuels.
- [Limpieza de la presa Bonneville](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2025/limpieza-de-la-presa-bonneville/) - Superfund a nuevamente seguro better version de Sitio tóxico a un lugar seguro
- [Mid-Year Impact Report](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2026/mid-year-impact-report/) - Learn about what Columbia Riverkeeper has been up to in 2026!
- [For the River](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2026/for-the-river/) - Executive Director Lauren Goldberg shares the organization's vision of a river that unites people for clean water, abundant fish and wildlife, and our climate.
- [Data Center Victory: Implementing Oregon’s POWER Act](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2026/implementing-oregons-power-act-victory/) - Public Utility Commission requires protections from data centers. Columbia Riverkeeper intervened to implement Oregon’s POWER Act for data centers in PGE territory.
- [Bonneville Dam Superfund Acronym Guide](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2026/bonneville-dam-superfund-acronym-guide/) - What is up with all that jargon around the Superfund site at Bonneville Dam?
- [What’s the Deal with New Nuclear Power?](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2024/no-new-nuclear-webinar-thank-you/) - Webinar on the problems with Small Modular Nuclear Reactors (SMNRs) By Kelly Campbell, Policy Director Columbia Riverkeeper explores the problems with “new” nuclear power, why it is not part of a just transition to a clean energy future, and why siting more nuclear power plants on the Columbia River should be a non-starter in the
- [Bonneville Fish Game Launch](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2026/bonneville-fish-game-launch/) - The “Bonneville Fish Game” helps to understand the toxic pollution at Bonneville Dam, how it affects fish and communities, and why cleanup matters.
- ["Collision Course – Hanford Cleanup, Nuclear Energy, and Data Centers" Webinar Recording and Resources](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2026/webinar-hanford-cleanup-nuclear-energy-data-centers/) - Explore the myth of nuclear reprocessing, why adding new nuclear to the Hanford Nuclear Site is a bad idea, and how the parasitic nature of nuclear energy and data centers are creating a new wave of environmental justice burdens falling squarely on the shoulders of Indigenous frontline communities.
- [Kids Make the Best Scientists](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2026/kids-make-the-best-scientists/) - This spring nearly 400 students explored the Nichols Natural Area through hands-on activities and games.
- [Columbia Riverkeeper Welcomes New Members to Board of Directors](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2026/columbia-riverkeeper-welcomes-new-board-members/) - Columbia Riverkeeper welcomes new members to Board of Directors, Jodie Gates and Judge Anita Jackson.
- [Salmon Dying from Hot Water](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2021/salmon-dying-from-hot-water/) - The Columbia River currently exceeds 71 degrees F—much hotter than the legal limit of 68, which scientists set to protect salmon from unsafe temperatures.
- [Nippon Dynawave Spill Update and FAQ](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2026/nippon-dynawave-spill-update-and-faq/) - In the wake of the tragedy in Longview, we wanted to share information and resources on this developing situation.
- [Protect Pushpum Event Inspires](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2026/protect-pushpum-event-may-8-2026/) - Hundreds gather in Goldendale, Washington partly in celebration and partly in resistance at the sacred site of Pushpum.
- [Data Centers on the River](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2026/data-centers-on-the-river/) - Data center expansion is rapidly transforming the Columbia River Basin. Columbia Riverkeeper set out to learn disclose Big Tech’s growing impact—and recommend common-sense policy solutions to address data center proliferation
- [Dirty Secrets: Data Centers Drive Demand for Gas in Oregon, Washington](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2026/dirty-secrets-data-centers-drive-demand-for-gas/) - New report connects the dots between data center growth and new demand for gas power plants and pipelines in the Pacific Northwest.
- [Controversial License to Destroy Sacred Tribal Resources Challenged in Federal Court](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2026/license-to-destroy-sacred-tribal-resources-challenged/) - Controversial License to Destroy Sacred Tribal Resources Challenged in Federal Court
- [Utah’s Dreams of Coal Exports In Longview (Again)](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2026/utahs-dreams-of-coal-exports-in-longview-again/) - Rumors have been swirling about coal exports in Longview.
- [Refinery Draft EIS](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2026/refinery-draft-eis/) - NEXT Refinery Draft EIS: What We Learned
- [Darigold to Pay $2 Million Penalty](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2026/darigold-to-pay-2-million-penalty/) - Darigold agrees to remediate water pollution to the Lower Yakima Valley and pay $2,000,000 to the Confederated Tribes and Bands of the Yakama Nation for projects benefiting water quality.
- [Legislative Session Wrap-Up](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2026/legislative-session-wrap-up/) - Oregon and Washington’s 2026 short but busy legislative sessions are over with some successes, defeats, and some surprises.
- [Hundreds of Miles of New Gas Pipelines Proposed in Washington](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2026/hundreds-of-miles-of-new-gas-pipelines-proposed-in-washington/) - Breaking news: one of the largest gas pipeline systems in Washington is actively exploring options to build new gas pipelines in the Northwest.
- [A Win for Salmon](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2026/a-win-for-salmon/) - Check out two updates on our work to protect and restore the Columbia River’s iconic salmon runs.
- [NEXT is a no.](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2026/next-is-a-no/) - The Army Corps has just released a draft Environmental Impact Statement for public review and comment. Now is a critical time.
- [No Nuclear Exemptions](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2026/no-nuclear-exemptions/) - States, organizations push back against Trump's weakening of nuclear regulations.
- [City of Quincy Agrees to Clean Up Industrial Wastewater Treatment Plant](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2025/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.
- [Tribes and Fish Advocates Win Legal Case Against Salmon Trucking](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2025/tribes-and-fish-advocates-win-legal-case-against-salmon-trucking/) - Oregon Court of Appeals sides with Tribes and fish advocates, restores protections for salmon
- [Fish Advisory at Bonneville Dam](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2026/fish-advisory-at-bonneville-dam/) - We want to share important reminders about the fish consumption advisory near Bonneville Dam and why cleaning up toxic pollution in this area remains so important.
- [“High Voltage, High Risk” Webinar Recording, Resources](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2026/webinar-underwater-power-line/) - Learn about the potential impacts and unanswered questions surrounding the proposed Underwater Power Line in the Columbia River (aka Cascade Renewable Transmission)
- [Coalition Urges Senators Wyden and Merkley to Oppose Public Land Giveaway for Data Center Water Use](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2026/coalition-urges-senators-wyden-and-merkley-to-oppose-public-land-giveaway-for-data-center-water-use/) - The proposed giveaway of 150 acres of public land from the Mt. Hood National Forest to The Dalles in HR 655 would set a dangerous precedent that could be replicated across the west.
- [New Report Highlights Data Center Impacts Along the Columbia](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2026/new-report-highlights-data-center-impacts-along-the-columbia/) - Photo credit: Paloma Ayala FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Kelly Campbell, Policy Director, 541-953-5475 New Report Highlights Data Center Impacts Along the Columbia Report offers recommendations to curb harms from Big Tech’s energy, water use Hood River, Ore. (February 26, 2026) — Data center expansion is rapidly transforming the Columbia River Basin. Today, Columbia Riverkeeper issued
- [Seeking New Board Members](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2026/seeking-board-members/) - Looking for a way to give back? Consider applying to join Columbia Riverkeeper’s volunteer board of directors.
- [Science, Stars, and Songs](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2026/science-stars-and-songs/) - Standing Up to Fallout in Nevada
- [No Nuclear “Study”](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2026/no-nuclear-study/) - Photo Credit: Alex Milan Tracy Nuclear “study” bill? No thanks! By Kelly Campbell, Policy Director In 2025, nuclear-boosters unleashed an unexpected onslaught of 13 pro-nuclear bills in the Oregon Legislature. Columbia Riverkeeper and our partners quickly rallied together and successfully prevented any of the bills from passing. But we knew they would be back for
- [Accountability for Big Tech](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2026/accountability-for-big-tech/) - It’s time to take action protect our climate, water, and communities from data centers in Washington.
- [Surviving 2025](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2026/surviving-2025/) - How Columbia Riverkeeper brought change to the hydrosystem, and what it meant to salmon.
- [Breaking News](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2026/ferc-approval-of-license/) - FERC Issues Decision to Permanently Destroy Sacred Tribal Cultural Properties
- [Hanford 2025 Recap](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2026/hanford-2025-recap/) - Columbia Riverkeeper’s very condensed timeline of the Hanford Nuclear Site in 2025
- [A Southwest Washington and Longview Win](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2026/a-southwest-washington-and-longview-win/) - Drax Pauses Pellet Expansion in Longview
- [New Lawsuit Aims to Protect Levee and Farmland from NEXT Refinery](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2024/new-lawsuit-aims-to-protect-levee-and-farmland-from-next-refinery/) - Columbia Riverkeeper & 1000 Friends of Oregon challenge Army Corps’ failure to review impacts of NEXT refinery construction on Port Westward levee
- [Case Study: Portland Clean Energy Initiative](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2019/case-study-portland-clean-energy-initiative/) - Columbia Riverkeeper works with people in dozens of communities—from rural to urban—who share the same goals: Protect the health of their families and the places they love.
- [Victory: Army Corps Permit Required for Refinery’s Levee Impacts](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2026/army-corps-requires-permit/) - NEXT Renewable Fuels, Inc. needs a major federal permit for its proposed impacts to the Port Westward levee
- [Climate and Justice Groups Reach a Partial Settlement with NW Natural to Keep Oregonian’s Energy Costs Low](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2024/climate-and-justice-groups-reach-a-partial-settlement-with-nw-natural-to-keep-oregonians-energy-costs-low/) - Columbia Riverkeeper teams with Tribes, nonprofits, and people across the State of Oregon to advocate for a just transition from fossil fuels. In a recent win, Columbia Riverkeeper joined a partial settlement with Northwest Natural that will curb customer rate increases. Victory — Low-income families will receive the greatest relief from mounting energy costs Contacts Elizabeth Manning,
- [POESÍA! ARTE! ESCRITURA!](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2021/poesia-arte-escritura/) - Hacia el final de Enero, Columbia Riverkeeper colaboró con la Poeta Galardonada de Washington State, Claudia Castro Luna, para ofrecer un taller de poesía digital todo-en-español para los niños y sus familias.
- [Director's Letter (For the River)](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2025/directors-letter-for-the-river-2/) - Columbia Riverkeeper Executive Director shares, "Time flies. Two kids, countless lawsuits, and many a victory party later, I am proud to work for an organization that punches above its weight..."
- [Critical Energy Infrastructure Hub Public Hearing](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2025/critical-energy-infrastructure-hub-public-hearing/) - This is our chance to reduce toxic fuels in Portland!
- [Strategies for Pushing Back in 2026](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2025/strategies-for-pushing-back-in-2026/) - Columbia Riverkeeper Legal Director shares the strategies our organization will use in 2026 to protect the Columbia River.
- [This Land Is Native Land](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2025/this-land-is-native-land/) - Yakama Nation & Archaeology Southwest Honoring and Protecting Tribal Cultural Heritage In November 2025, Columbia Riverkeeper facilitated This Land Is Native Land, a powerful conversation about protecting and honoring Tribal cultural heritage across the Columbia Plateau. The webinar featured Yakama Nation's Environmental Restoration Waste Management Program, Archaeology Southwest, and the Yakama Nation Ichishkíin Sɨ́nwit Language
- [Data Centers 101](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2025/data-centers-101/) - Webinar: Unpacking the Impacts of Data Center By Lauren Goldberg, Executive Director Data center expansion presents a serious threat to the Columbia River and regional clean energy goals. Watch Columbia Riverkeeper’s recent webinar, “Unpacking the Impacts of Data Centers,” as panelists from Yakama Nation, Oregon Citizens Utility Board (CUB), and Columbia Riverkeeper discuss the impacts
- [New Report on Renewable Diesel Production and Implications for the NEXT Refinery](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2025/new-report-on-renewable-diesel-production-and-implications-for-the-next-refinery/) - By: Audrey Leonard, Staff Attorney At Columbia Riverkeeper, we look beyond industry promises to determine the real impacts, risks, and benefits of energy projects. The proposed NEXT refinery at Port Westward promises to support Oregon’s climate goals by making “renewable” diesel—but the refinery could emit 1 million tons of greenhouse gas pollution per year and
- [New Report Challenges Claims of “Renewable” Diesel Plans](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2025/next-press-release/) - Proposed refinery near Clatskanie promises to support climate goals, but new report shows it would have difficulty finding low-carbon feedstock
- [Implementing Oregon’s POWER Act](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2025/implementing-oregons-power-act/) - Columbia Riverkeeper advocates for responsible data center regulation to prevent these harms before they become unmanageable.
- [No Underwater Power Line](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2025/no-underwater-power-line/) - A developer wants to bury a massive power line under the Columbia
- [Court Allows Controversial Fracked Gas Expansion Project](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2025/court-allows-controversial-fracked-gas-expansion-project/) - Court rejects Oregon, Washington, and environmental organizations’ arguments against Pacific Northwest gas pipeline expansion
- [Give!Guide Partners](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2025/giveguide-partners/) - An introduction to all of our amazing business partners for 2025
- [Pushing Back for Salmon](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2025/pushing-back-for-salmon/) - Return to Court over Columbia/Snake River Dams: Standing together for the Resilient Columbia Basin Agreement
- [DEQ Got it Wrong: Approves Zenith’s Air Permit](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2025/deq-got-it-wrong-approves-zeniths-air-permit/) - By: Kate Murphy, Senior Community Organizer, Columbia Riverkeeper In a blow to public health and safety, the Oregon Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) approved Zenith Energy’s controversial air permit to expand its dangerous operations in the Critical Energy Infrastructure Hub. This new air permit will allow Zenith to increase harm to our communities and our
- [Stop Data Center Expansion](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2025/stop-data-center-expansion/) - Big Tech’s Data Center Expansion Threatens Columbia and the Climate By: Kelly Campbell, Policy Director There was no escaping it. Even while on vacation this summer, every time I saw the news, there was another story about data centers or AI and the absurd amount of energy and water big tech is demanding to build
- [Zenith Energy’s Legacy of Violations and Lies](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2024/zenith-energys-legacy-of-violations-and-lies/) - We know Zenith Energy has a history of violations and misleading regulators. So we decided to answer the question: just how many violations has Zenith committed?
- [Zenith News](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2021/zenith-news/) - An interview of Erin Saylor. A graduate of Lewis & Clark Law School, Erin started her career as an enforcement attorney at the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency in Washington, D.C.. She joined Columbia Riverkeeper in 2019.
- [A Brief Timeline of Hanford](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2023/a-brief-timeline-of-hanford/) - Explore the history of Hanford.
- [Austin Point Updates](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2019/austin-point-updates/) - The Cowlitz County Superior Court ruled against Columbia Riverkeeper’s challenge to the Washington Department of Natural Resources’ (DNR) decision to sell a popular public recreation area for planned industrial development at Austin Point.
- [Corps Reports: The Dalles Dam may have Spilled 474 Gallons of Oil into the Columbia](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2018/corps-reports-the-dalles-dam-may-have-spilled-474-gallons-of-oil-into-the-columbia/) - According to the Army Corps, approximately 474 gallons of turbine oil was unaccounted for and presumed spilled into the Columbia during from February 7 to March 22, 2018.
- [Latest in a Long Line of Oil Spills from Army Corps Dam](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2019/latest-in-a-long-line-of-oil-spills-from-army-corps-dam/) - The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (Army Corps) may have spilled up to 300 gallons of oil into the Snake River from the aging Lower Monumental Dam.
- [PUDs have the same Responsibility as other Industrial Polluters on the Columbia River](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2018/puds-have-the-same-responsibility-as-other-industrial-polluters-on-the-columbia-river/) - Columbia Riverkeeper sent notices of intent to sue three public utility districts (PUDs) that operate dams on the Columbia River in violation of the Clean Water Act.
- [Oil Leaks from Dams](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2020/oil-leaks-from-dams/) - Today’s oil spill comes over six years after the Army Corps agreed to stop violating the Clean Water Act and obtain required pollution reduction permits from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
- [Breaking News](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2020/breaking-news/) - The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (Army Corps) reports that Bonneville Dam released approximately 70 to 100 gallons of turbine oil into the Columbia River between July 6 and July 14, 2020. The Army Corps shut down a turbine main unit, the suspected sources of the oil spill, and an investigation is ongoing.
- [Rocky Reach Dam Spills over 300 Gallons of Oil into Columbia River](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2019/rocky-reach-dam-spills-over-300-gallons-of-oil-into-columbia-river/) - Chelan County Public Utility District (PUD), reports that the Rocky Reach Dam spilled over 300 gallons of hydraulic oil into the Columbia River.
- [Rock Island and Rocky Reach Dam Settlement](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2019/rock-island-and-rocky-reach-dam-settlement/) - Columbia Riverkeeper reached a settlement with Chelan County Public Utility District (PUD) to end uncontrolled toxic pollution from the Rock Island and Rocky Reach dams.
- [Columbia Riverkeeper, Army Corps Settle Lawsuit over Oil Pollution from Chief Joseph Dam](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2019/columbia-riverkeeper-army-corps-settle-lawsuit-over-oil-pollution-from-chief-joseph-dam/) - Columbia Riverkeeper (Riverkeeper) and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (Army Corps) reached a settlement in a lawsuit challenging illegal oil pollution from the Army Corps’ Chief Joseph Dam, located on the Columbia River.
- [Nichols Natural Area](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2024/nichols-natural-area/) - Our vision for the Nichols Natural Area: engage, educate, and inspire the diverse communities of the Columbia River Gorge to turn a former industrial site into vibrant riverfront habitat.
- [Webinar: Microplastics & the Columbia River](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2021/thank-you-for-joining/) - Kirsten Kapp shares her groundbreaking research on microplastic pollution in the Columbia River.
- [Salmon Vigil at Little White Salmon River](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2021/salmon-vigil-at-little-white-salmon-river/) - Yakama Nation leaders and over 40 people gathered along the Columbia’s scenic Little White Salmon River for a Salmon Vigil, an event to raise awareness about the ongoing death of sockeye salmon impacted by hot water.
- [Webinar: Chernobyl-like Catastrophe at Hanford?](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2020/webinar-recap-chernobyl-like-catastrophe-at-hanford/) - Watch: Why Scientists Fear a Chernobyl-like Catastrophe at Hanford
- [HEROES: THE UNTOLD STORIES OF GRIT AND PASSION—AND SUCCESS](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2020/heroes-the-untold-stories-of-grit-and-passion-and-success/) - Once a week for eight weeks, we will feature a short video featuring heroes of our movement. Videos will be released on our Youtube page, Facebook, and Instagram TV channels. We hope you'll tune in!
- [Victory! New Era of Accountability for some of Nation's Largest Dams](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2014/victory-new-era-of-accountability-for-some-of-nations-largest-dams/) - In a legal settlement with Riverkeeper, the Army Corps agreed to address the oil pollution seeping from dams on the Columbia and Snake Rivers.
- [Oregon PUC Directs to Eletrification](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2024/oregon-puc-directs-to-eletrification/) - The Public Utility Commission (PUC) declined to acknowledge Cascade Natural Gas’ proposed multi-decade investment plan at a meeting yesterday afternoon, deeming it insufficient to meet state climate targets.
- [Case Study: Fossil Fuel Terminal](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2018/case-study-fossil-fuel-terminal/) - Columbia Riverkeeper works with people in dozens of communities—from rural to urban—who share the same goals: Protect the health of their families and the places they love.
- [Hot Water and Harmful Algae](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2025/hot-water-and-harmful-algae/) - When hot water threatens people and fish, learn how Columbia Riverkeeper fights to protect the river!
- [Clean Water Victory!](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2025/clean-water-victory/) - Clean Water Act Victory! - North Star Casteel By Teryn Yazdani, Staff Attorney Earlier this summer, Columbia Riverkeeper finalized an agreement with North Star Casteel Products, Inc. (North Star) in Vancouver, Washington, settling a Clean Water Act lawsuit challenging years of alleged unlawful stormwater pollution. Columbia Riverkeeper negotiated with the facility on solutions that benefit
- [Stopping Tristar’s Expansion: Protecting Communities and the Columbia River](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2025/stopping-tristars-expansion-protecting-communities-and-the-columbia-river/) - In Southwest Washington, Columbia Riverkeeper and our allies are working hard to protect families and the Columbia River from the growing risks of fossil fuel expansion. One major fight is happening in Vancouver, where Tristar Transload PNW, a petroleum-handling facility on the Columbia, has eyed expansion.
- [Oregon Stays Nuclear-Free! ](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2025/oregon-stays-nuclear-free/) - By: Kelly Campbell, Policy Director Oregon to remain nuclear-free We did it! We beat back an onslaught of pro-nuclear bills in the Oregon legislative session to keep Oregon nuclear-free. Back in January, we were shocked to find that the pro-nuclear forces and their big tech backers introduced an unheard of 13 pro-nuclear bills in the
- [Hanford Summer Update: A Summer of Remembrance, Research and Bold Action](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2025/hanford-summer-update/) - Photo Credit: Dan Serres August 2025 By: Dan Serres, Advocacy Director Hanford Journey: Remembrance and Carrying Peace Forward This summer, hundreds of people connected in a time of deep reflection, merging efforts to unwind the harms of nuclear weapons. Conversations touched on Hanford’s past and future while sharing meals, boat tours of Hanford’s White Bluffs,
- [What’s the Deal with New Nuclear Power Webinar Evaluation](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2024/no-new-nuclear-webinar-evaluation/) - Webinar on the problems with Small Modular Nuclear Reactors (SMNRs) By Kelly Campbell, Policy Director Columbia Riverkeeper explores the problems with “new” nuclear power, why it is not part of a just transition to a clean energy future, and why siting more nuclear power plants on the Columbia River should be a non-starter in the
- [SMNR bills dead Oregon Leg 2025](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2025/smnr-bills-dead-oregon-leg-2025/) - Climate, Health, and Environmental Justice Organizations Stop Big Tech-Backed Pro-Nuclear Bills in Oregon Legislature
- [Zenith Technical Comments](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2025/zenith-technical-comments/) - Expert Comments on Zenith Energy’s Air Permit Show Major Undercounting of Emissions By: Audrey Leonard, Staff Attorney In June, Columbia Riverkeeper submitted technical comments to the Oregon Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) on Zenith Energy’s draft air quality permit. We hired a technical expert to delve into the calculations that provide the basis of the
- [Memories of the Columbia Run Deep](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2025/memories-of-the-columbia-run-deep/) - Columbia Riverkeeper unites people to fight for clean water, salmon recovery, and our climate. Together we make an impact.
- [Breaking News: Clean Water Victory](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2023/breaking-news-clean-water-victory/) - Columbia Riverkeeper and the Port of Vancouver USA reached an agreement settling a Clean Water Act lawsuit challenging years of alleged unlawful water pollution from the public port.
- [Port Westward Lawsuit Update](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2025/new-lawsuit-aims-to-protect-levee-and-farmland-from-next-refinery-2/) - We are thrilled that our lawsuit to protect the levee is gaining traction. Now that we’ve cleared this procedural hurdle, this is a very straightforward case. We’re asking the Army Corps to follow its own rules and keep local farmland above water.
- [Victories and Highlights from the 2025 Legislative Session](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2025/victories-and-highlights-from-the-2025-legislative-session/) - by Policy Director Kelly Campbell and Staff Attorney Teryn Yazdani This year, Columbia Riverkeeper dove deeper into state legislative engagement than ever before. As an organization working in both Oregon and Washington, we spent the 2025 legislative sessions tracking and analyzing bills coming out of both Salem and Olympia. We weighed in on more than
- [2025 Mid-Year Impact Report](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2025/2025-mid-year-impact-report/) - Columbia Riverkeeper’s successful formula combines strategic legal advocacy, community organizing, creative communications, and education. We work in solidarity with Tribes, partner with people who live and work along the Columbia, and celebrate the impact of people coming together to fight for what they love. Here are a few of the year’s highlights by the numbers.
- [Hanford Worker & Community Safety Questioned at Public Meeting ](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2025/hanford-worker-community-safety-questioned-at-public-meeting/) - On June 30, 2025, U.S. Dept of Energy (Energy) and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) held a public meeting on two proposals for how to proceed with safely removing and remediating the 324 building and the soils beneath B Cell, known as 300-296 Waste Site. Need a refresher on the history of the 324 building
- [Director's Letter (For the River)](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2025/directors-letter-for-the-river/) - Photo Credit: David Moskowitz Originally published in Columbia Riverkeeper “Currents” Issue 1, 2025 Columbia Riverkeeper · Currents 2025, Issue 1, pages 2-3 For the River The Trump administration is dismantling America’s democracy. Fundamental human rights are under attack, along with the U.S. Constitution. The list goes on and on. Our team is fighting tooth and nail
- [Charting a Course Through Troubled Waters](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2025/charting-a-course-through-troubled-waters/) - By Miles Johnson, Legal Director and Kelly Campbell, Policy Director Originally published in Columbia Riverkeeper “Currents” Issue 1, 2025 Columbia Riverkeeper · Currents 2025, Issue 1, pages 10-13 The governments of Oregon and Washington have immense influence over the health of the Columbia River and its communities, and strengthening state level protections is now more important
- [On the Water](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2025/on-the-water-2025/) - By Miles Johnson, Legal Director Originally published in Columbia Riverkeeper “Currents” Issue 1, 2025 Columbia Riverkeeper · Currents 2025, Issue 1, pages 14-15 The Lower Snake River has become shorthand for a regional debate about energy production, salmon recovery, and Tribal rights. But policy conversations about if and how to replace these four dams and their
- [Riverkeeper at 25: Listening, learning, making a difference](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2025/riverkeeper-at-25-listening-learning-making-a-difference/) - By Tina Lassen, Guest Author Originally published in Columbia Riverkeeper “Currents” Issue 1, 2025 Columbia Riverkeeper · Currents 2025, Issue 1, pages 4-7 “You must listen to people on the frontlines,” urged the late Elizabeth Furse, a tireless activist and three-term Congresswoman instrumental in the formation of Columbia Riverkeeper. Founded on Earth Day, 2000, Columbia Riverkeeper
- [Hanford Journey Field Trip Builds Cross-Generational Connection](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2025/hanford-journey-field-trip-builds-cross-generational-connection/) - Photo credit: Evan Benally Atwood Hanford Journey Field Trip Builds Cross-Generational Connection By: Simone Anter, senior attorney & Hanford program director There’s a power in bringing together generations to connect with the land and water. To be together and experience a piece of the world that history tried and failed to erase. Power emerges and
- [Celebrating 25 Years of Victories](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2025/celebrating-25-years-of-victories/) - By: Lauren Goldberg, Executive Director We are in the throes of fighting the good fight, arm and arm with people like you who rely on and love the mighty Columbia. Case in point: Our legal team has been busy responding to the onslaught of executive orders, including pushing back on the Trump administration’s efforts to
- [NEW LAWSUIT AT HANFORD](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2025/new-lawsuit-seeks-public-records-about-potential-development-at-former-top-secret-nuclear-site/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contacts: Simone Anter, Senior Attorney & Hanford Program Director, Columbia Riverkeeper simone@columbiariverkeeper.org, 541-399-5312 NEW LAWSUIT SEEKS PUBLIC RECORDS ABOUT POTENTIAL DEVELOPMENT AT FORMER TOP-SECRET NUCLEAR SITE Nonprofit asks court to force the U.S. Dept. of Energy to release public records about potential developments that could undermine cleanup at the most toxic place
- [Stand in Solidarity with Tribal Nations](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2020/stand-in-solidarity-with-tribal-nations/) - A pumped-storage hydroelectric development threatens irreplaceable tribal cultural resources, fish, and wildlife.
- [Trump Cancels Salmon Agreement](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2025/trump-cancels-salmon-agreement/) - By: Miles Johnson On June 12, 2025, Trump unilaterally withdrew the federal government from the Resilient Columbia Basin Agreement, an historic agreement among federal agencies, States, Tribes, and conservation, fishing, and clean energy groups including Columbia Riverkeeper. The agreement had promised increased federal funding for fisheries projects and infrastructure; a federal-state partnership to analyze replacement
- [Deadly Radioactive Waste 1000 Feet From the Columbia River](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2023/deadly-radioactive-waste-1000-feet-from-the-columbia-river/) - Active cleanup halted at Hanford’s 324 Building By Simone Anter, Staff AttorneyJuly 21, 2023 A Surprising Announcement On June 29, 2023, in a nondescript email sent through the Hanford Advisory Board list-serve, the U.S. Dept. of Energy (“Energy”) announced a radical change in cleanup at Hanford’s 324 Building. The 324 Building is the same building
- [Drax’s Dirty Footprint: Biomass Greenwashing in the Pacific Northwest](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2025/draxs-dirty-footprint-biomass-greenwashing-in-the-pacific-northwest/) - Drax has a history of violating environmental laws and misleading regulators. They’ve been fined millions in other countries for polluting and hiding the real impact of their operations. If they can’t follow the rules elsewhere, why should we trust them here?
- [AN EVENING OF POETRY](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2020/an-evening-of-poetry/) - Columbia Riverkeeper joins Claudia Castro Luna to launch her latest book, One River, A Thousand Voices
- [Gov. Kitzhaber: oppose coal export NOW!](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2013/gov-kitzhaber-oppose-coal-export-now/) - Coal export is threatening our region's health, climate and livability. There is no doubt that Governor Kitzhaber has the authority to oppose Ambre Energy's Morrow Pacific coal export project. We've been reminding him daily. Here are a few ways that we're ensuring this issue never falls far from his radar and how you can help
- [State & City Reports Show How an Oil Spill Would Impact the Columbia River](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2016/state-city-reports-show-how-an-oil-spill-would-impact-the-columbia-river/) - Vancouver Face Huge Risks From Proposed Tesoro Savage Oil Terminal Vancouver, WA - As reported in the Vancouver Columbian, a new report submitted by the Washington Attorney General’s Counsel for the Environment shows that the proposed Tesoro Savage oil terminal could pose a tremendous risk to the Columbia River. According to Washington’s Attorney General Bob Ferguson, “The
- [GTN Xpress Webinar](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2022/gtn-xpress-webinar/) - GTN Xpress Project is contrary to the public interest. Columbia Riverkeeper talks fracked gas pipeline climate impacts August 10, 2022By Ana Molina, Field Organizer TC Pipeline, the company that brought you Keystone XL Pipeline, proposes to add 250 million cubic feet per day of fracked gas capacity to its GTN pipeline that spans British Columbia, Idaho, Washington
- [Victory: Oregon LNG Withdraws](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2016/victory-oregon-lng-withdraws/) - LNG flew the surrender flag on April 15, 2016, dropping plans to build an Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) export terminal on the lower Columbia River. Oregon LNG could not overcome intense local opposition, which sustained for over ten years. Not only is this an inspiring story of David versus Goliath, but an incredibly important victory
- [Local Residents and River Advocates Sue Oregon over Water Quality Permit for NEXT Refinery](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2025/local-residents-and-river-advocates-sue-oregon-over-water-quality-permit-for-next-refinery/) - Portland, Ore. (May 22, 2025)—​​Today, Columbia Riverkeeper, the Northwest Environmental Defense Center, and two local residents sued the Oregon Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) for issuing a water quality permit for the proposed NEXT refinery located adjacent to the Columbia River Estuary. If built, the non-conventional diesel refinery would fill over 100 acres of wetlands
- [On the Water](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2025/on-the-water/) - Reflections for the Lower Snake River Healing Canoe Journey
- [Questions & Answers : Goldendale Pumped Storage ](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2025/goldendale-qa/) - A pumped-storage hydroelectric development threatens irreplaceable tribal cultural resources, fish, and wildlife.
- [The End of Zenith](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2025/end-of-zenith/) - This is our chance to stop Zenith’s dangerous expansion in Portland!
- [Portland City Council Votes to Investigate Zenith Energy](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2025/portland-city-council-votes-to-investigate-zenith-energy/) - Are you ready for some good news? On March 19, in an overwhelming 11–1 vote, the Portland City Council passed a resolution to investigate Zenith Energy! After years of community members asking elected officials to hold Zenith accountable, Portland City Council is stepping up.
- [Snake River Dams in Context: Past, Present, and Future](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2025/snake-river-dams-in-context-past-present-and-future/) - Since time immemorial: Tribal people live, fish, and sustainably manage the fisheries resources in what is now named the Columbia River Basin.
- [No Nuclear Day of Action](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2025/no-nuclear-day-of-action/) - Mark your calendar for the Keep Oregon Nuclear-Free Day of Action on May 19. Whether you can make it to Salem to meet with your legislators in person, or join a virtual meeting, we need your help to ensure that the Oregon legislature hears loud and clear that Oregonians do not want costly and dirty nuclear reactors in our state.
- [Beyond layoffs, we need to keep talking about Hanford cleanup](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2025/beyond-layoffs-we-need-to-keep-talking-about-hanford-cleanup/) - Photo Credit: Ben Herndon Riverkeeper’s Advocacy Director centers the Columbia River in Hanford conversations By Simone Anter, Senior Attorney & Hanford Program Director Have you seen the Hanford Nuclear Site in the news lately? Amongst troubling headlines, like the layoffs of federal workers responsible for the cleanup, or big tech eyeing the site for Small
- [Lewis River Progress, and Concern](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2025/lewis-river-progress-and-concern/) - FERC order provides new deadlines for overdue fish passage By Miles Johnson, Legal Director Fish recovery efforts in the Lewis River took an important step forward recently, when the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) approved new deadlines for PacifiCorp to build upstream and downstream fish passage at Lewis River dams that block salmon and steelhead
- [2025 Legislative Session Update](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2025/2025-legislative-session-update/) - It’s that time of year in Oregon and Washington’s capital cities when the cherry blossoms arrive and legislative bills must pass key milestones or miss their chance to advance this session.
- [Keep Oregon Nuclear-Free](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2025/keep-oregon-nuclear-free/) - The nuclear industry is teaming up with big tech to overturn Oregon’s moratorium on nuclear power. Taking a "flood the zone" approach, nuclear proponents have now introduced thirteen bills in the 2025 Oregon legislative session, many of them nearly identical. We need your help to stop these dangerous bills and keep Oregon nuclear-free.
- [Snake River Dams = Waste of Water](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2025/snake-river-dams-waste-of-water/) - New study shows Lower Snake River dams waste vast amounts of water through evaporation. New research shows that the Lower Snake River dams waste a tremendous amount of water through evaporation. Wasting water in the desert is just one more good reason—among many—to replace the dams’ services and remove the Lower Snake River dams. The
- [Gov. Kotek and DEQ Cave to Pressure from Betsy Johnson and Building Trades, Approve Massive Refinery along the Columbia River](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2025/gov-kotek-and-deq-cave-to-pressure/) - On January 7th, the Oregon Dept. of Environmental Quality issued a water quality certification for NEXT Energy to build a non-conventional diesel and aviation fuel refinery near Clatskanie. Certifications such as this are supposed to prevent violations of state water quality standards.
- [Columbia Riverkeeper Welcomes New Members To Its Board Of Directors](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2024/columbia-riverkeeper-welcomes-new-members-to-its-board-of-directors/) - Columbia Riverkeeper’s board of directors announced the appointment of four new members: Jessica L. Black, Elaine Harvey, Ana Molina, and Vawter “Buck” Parker.
- [Investing in our Future](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2024/investing-in-our-future/) - The Hanford Nuclear Site poses one of the longest lived threats to the Columbia River and all of the people, plants, and animals who depend on it. Within Columbia Riverkeeper’s Hanford work, we often talk about preparing the next generation for the nuclear legacy they are inheriting.
- [2025 Goals](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2024/2025-goals/) - A new year means new challenges, but it also means new opportunities to protect the river that we all love so much. Here are the five challenges we plan to tackle.
- [Director's Message: For the River](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2024/directors-message-for-the-river-2/) - As a local nonprofit with a strong track record of making a difference no matter what political party is in power, our team will continue to fight the good fight.
- [Don’t Fall for Greenwashing](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2024/dont-fall-for-greenwashing/) - In January, the Oregon Department of Environmental Quality will make a decision on a key permit for the NEXT proposal. Oregon Governor Kotek needs to hear from her constituents on why this issue is a step back for the region’s climate goals.
- [Outreach & Education](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2024/outreach-education/) - Communities are making an impact for the Columbia—demanding clean water, climate action, and strong salmon runs.
- [Columbia River Vision](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2024/columbia-river-vision/) - Columbia Riverkeeper believes that everyone has the right to drink clean water, swim in the river, and eat locally caught fish without fear of toxic contamination.
- [Progress for Cold Water](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2024/progress-for-cold-water/) - How the Clean Water Act is forcing the Army Corps to get serious about reducing heat pollution from the Lower Snake River reservoirs Updated Sept. 5, 2024 Miles Johnson, Legal Director for Columbia Riverkeeper Good news for fish and fans of cold water: the Washington Department of Ecology recently used its Clean Water Act authority
- [New Agreement Reached on Superfund Site Cleanup at Bonneville Dam ](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2024/new-agreement-reached-on-superfund-site-cleanup-at-bonneville-dam/) - U.S. Army Corp of Engineers dumped industrial waste on Bradford Island and in the Columbia River at Bonneville Dam, causing resident fish to have the highest levels of cancer-causing PCB contamination of any fish in the United States, making them unsafe to eat. Now it’s Time for Action.
- [The People Who Give](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2024/the-people-who-give/) - The people who give are everywhere and they give in so many vitally important, tangible and impactful ways–not always financially, but most critically with a heartfelt desire to make a difference or simply to express their innate compassion.
- [NEXT: Water Quality Disaster](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2024/next-water-quality-disaster/) - Last week marked the end of Oregon Department of Environmental Quality’s (DEQ’s) comment period on the NEXT refinery’s water quality permit. DEQ is proposing to issue a permit that will not protect the Columbia River and surrounding waterways from NEXT’s pollution. We know that siting a major refinery on wetlands near the Columbia River Estuary is a horrible idea. That’s why we gave DEQ a laundry list of reasons to deny the permit.
- [Salmon Reintroduction](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2024/salmon-reintroduction/) - The Columbia River and its people upstream of Chief Joseph Dam in north-central Washington have been without salmon for nearly 100 years. But that’s slowly beginning to change, thanks to tireless work by the Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation, the Coeur d’Alene Tribe, and the Spokane Tribe of Indians.
- [Impact Report](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2024/impact-report/) - Columbia Riverkeeper teams with river communities and works in solidarity with Tribal Nations to fight for environmental and climate justice.
- [2024 Clean Water Act Roundup](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2024/2024-clean-water-act-roundup/) - The end of the year is often a time of reflection—looking back at the months behind us while anticipating the possibilities a new year holds. In the eight months since joining Columbia Riverkeeper’s staff, I’ve seen firsthand how Columbia Riverkeeper fights tirelessly to protect this beautiful corner of the world. Joining a staff that is passionate and skilled at protecting clean water, community health, and vulnerable species has helped make me a better advocate and excites me for the work ahead.
- [No New Nuclear](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2024/protecting-the-columbia-from-big-techs-nuclear-proposals/) - Big tech made a big splash recently. Amazon, Google, and Microsoft all announced plans to fuel their voracious appetite for energy, needed for AI and data centers, using new or resurrected nuclear power plants. In our region, Amazon now says it wants in on a scheme to build new nuclear plants on the Columbia River at Hanford.
- [Turbulent Waters Ahead](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2024/turbulent-waters-ahead-navigating-through-another-trump-administration/) - I don’t have to tell you that the recent federal election results are not good for the Columbia River and those who depend on it. Columbia Riverkeeper’s range of talents—including legal acumen, on-the-ground organizing, savvy communications, and a large, active membership—give us the tools to curtail some of the worst effects of the election in our region.
- [Rumble Downriver: Standing Up to a Risky Refinery in the Columbia River Estuary](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2024/rumble-webinar-thanks-for-joining-us/) - DEQ Considering Approval of Major Polluter in Estuary By Dan Serres, Advocacy Director On October 16, 2024, join us for a virtual “Rumble on the River” to learn about the effort to stop a huge refinery in the Columbia River Estuary that falsely promises to make “renewable” fuels, but in reality threatens to increase greenhouse gas pollution and impose toxic water pollution in an area vital for local residents, farms and fish.
- [Breaking News: FERC Ignores Tribal, Environmental Concerns](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2024/breaking-news-ferc-ignores-tribal-environmental-concerns/) - Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) released the final environmental review for the Goldendale Pumped Storage development. FERC’s conclusion? The benefits of the development outweigh the destruction of Tribal cultural and religious resources and that destruction can be partially mitigated through data recovery. We disagree.
- [2024 Give!Guide Business Partners ](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2024/2024-giveguide-business-partners/) - 2024 Give!Guide Business Partners By Alex Smith, Development Manager We are honored to be participating in this year’s Willamette Week Give!Guide. This is an annual campaign to raise funds for and draw attention to the extraordinary work of local nonprofits. This grassroots campaign is the perfect way for communities, organizations, and businesses to come together
- [2025-2028 Strategic Plan Survey](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2024/2025-2028-strategic-plan-survey/) - Columbia Riverkeeper wants your feedback! This survey takes less than 15 minutes and will contribute to building our 2025 - 2027 Strategic Plan. Please answer the questions below and you’ll be entered in a raffle for a spiffy Columbia Riverkeeper baseball hat. Thank you!
- [Rise to the Challenge: Advocate for a Just Transition ](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2024/rise-to-the-challenge-advocate-for-a-just-transition/) - Extractivist attitudes have harnessed the energy of the Columbia in ways that have caused devastating harm to the river and people who depend on it. Our challenge: apply the principles of a just transition to a clean energy future to the Columbia Basin.
- [Protect the Estuary, Stop NEXT Refinery](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2024/protect-the-estuary-stop-next-refinery/) - Farms and Fish at Stake in Port Westward Fuel Refinery Proposal: Tell DEQ to Reject NEXT by Dan Serres, Advocacy Director Did you see the High Country News article about how fuel terminals near the confluence of the Willamette and Columbia pose a massive risk to the entire region in an earthquake? Kate Murphy, Columbia
- [Hanford, Hanford, Listen and Read All About It!](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2024/hanford-hanford-listen-and-read-all-about-it/) - Hanford team has been up to! This June, the Confederated Tribes and Bands of the Yakama Nation’s (Yakama Nation) Environmental Restoration/Waste Management (ERWM) program and Columbia Riverkeeper hosted the fourth annual Hanford Journey. Near the banks and on the water of the Hanford Reach, the event brought together scientists, activists, artists, Tribal elected officials, elders, young people, birds, elk, and Spiel Yi (coyote in Sahaptin), to share stories and learn about the Hanford Nuclear Site.
- [Columbia Riverkeeper x Jungmaven](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2024/columbia-riverkeeper-x-jungmaven/) - Get your "Free the Snake" Tee At Columbia Riverkeeper, the partnerships we build are the pillars of our work to protect the Columbia River Basin. Today, we’re excited to announce a new way to support our mission through a collaboration with Vancouver, Washington-based sustainable clothing brand, Jungmaven. Together with local artist Tomi Lahdesmaki, we’ve created
- [Opposition to the Goldendale Pumped Storage Development Continues to Grow](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2024/opposition-to-the-goldendale-pumped-storage-development-continues-to-grow/) - As the Goldendale Pumped Storage Development (development) proceeds full steam ahead through the federal licensing process, the opposition mounts. In fact, it’s getting very loud.
- [Uniting Communities for Climate Action](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2024/uniting-communities-for-climate-action/) - Fed up with the climate crisis? Dream of challenging one of the biggest fuel-fuel corporations in North America to make a difference for our climate? Let’s turn your dream into action–and results.
- [Grand Coulee Dam Settlement](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2017/grand-coulee-dam-settlement/) - Columbia Riverkeeper reached a settlement with the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation designed to end uncontrolled toxic oil pollution from Grand Coulee Dam, finally bringing one of the nation’s biggest dams into compliance with the Clean Water Act.
- [Victory! New Era of Accountability for some of the Nation's Largest Dams](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2014/victory-new-era-of-accountability-for-some-of-the-nations-largest-dams/) - In a legal settlement with Riverkeeper, the Army Corps agreed to address the oil pollution seeping from dams on the Columbia and Snake Rivers.
- [Inspiring Action: Case Studies](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2019/inspiring-action-case-studies/) - How can we inspire people to take action in their community? Our bread-and-butter play, is providing opportunities for people to come together and be part of something bigger.
- [Risky Move: Tar Sands Oil](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2019/risky-move-tar-sands-oil/) - Traffic from trains carrying the world’s dirtiest fuel could spike in Portland, OR, and other communities along the Columbia River.
- [Lawsuit to end Oil Pollution from Wells Dam](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2018/lawsuit-to-end-oil-pollution-from-wells-dam/) - Columbia Riverkeeper filed a lawsuit against the Douglas County Public Utility District (PUD) to end unlawful oil pollution from the PUD’s Wells Dam, located on the Columbia River.
- [Summary of Columbia Riverkeeper 2014 Dams Settlement](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2014/summary-of-columbia-riverkeeper-2014-dams-settlement/) - Columbia Riverkeeper v. U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Case No. 2:13-md-02494-LRS
- [City Rejects Pipeline Expansion at Zenith Tar Sands Oil Train Terminal in Portland](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2019/city-rejects-pipeline-expansion-at-zenith-tar-sands-oil-train-terminal-in-portland/) - The City of Portland rejected a request by Zenith Energy to build three new pipes connecting Zenith’s oil storage facility to a shipping terminal on the Willamette River.
- [November Spotlight: Nichols Natural Areas Volunteers](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2019/november-spotlight-nichols-natural-areas-volunteers/) - This fall, over 100 volunteers helped plant trees, spread mulch, and pull weeds at the Nichols Natural Area. The site is transforming, and it’s all thanks to our amazing volunteers!
- [Groups Petition EPA to Take Emergency Action On Chronic Groundwater Pollution in Rural Oregon](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2020/groups-petition-epa-to-take-emergency-action-on-chronic-groundwater-pollution-in-rural-oregon/) - Today, Columbia Riverkeeper joined seven organizations in filing a Safe Drinking Water Act petition to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.
- [Oregonians from across State Urge Support of new Bill to Regulate Fossil Fuels and Improve Oil Train Safety](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2020/oregonians-from-across-state-urge-support-of-new-bill-to-regulate-fossil-fuels-and-improve-oil-train-safety/) - House Bill 4105 new measure to regulate fossil fuel projects on state lands and bring Oregon in-line with Washington State’s regulations to monitor and restrict high-pressure oil trains from operating at terminals in the state.
- [WATCH: REMOVING LOWER SNAKE RIVER DAMS TO PROTECT SALMON AND ORCAS](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2020/watch-removing-lower-snake-river-dams-to-protect-salmon-and-orcas/) - Scientists have been talking about Snake River Dam removal for decades. We know that removing these four dams is the centerpiece of any serious effort to prevent the extinction of Snake River salmon and Southern Resident orcas.
- [Webinar Recap: Six Images: Our Journey With Water, Activism, and Social Justice.](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2020/webinar-recap-six-images-our-journey-with-water-activism-and-social-justice/) - We hosted a webinar featuring Cathy Sampson-Kruse (Waluulapum Band, Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation) and Emily Washines (Yakama, Cree, Skokomish) sharing personal stories about today’s pandemic, social justice, and their family history.
- [WATCH: Standing up to Trump's Environmental Rollbacks Webinar](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2020/watch-standing-up-to-trumps-environmental-rollbacks-webinar/) - Attorneys Working on the Frontlines Share their Challenges and Perspectives of Standing Up to Trump's Environmental Rollbacks.
- [Zenith Actions](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2021/zenith-actions/) - Willamette Riverkeeper and Columbia Riverkeeper sent Zenith Energy Terminal Holdings, LLC a sixty-day notice of intent to sue under the Clean Water Act, alleging that the company unlawfully started construction to expand its Portland, Oregon, oil-train terminal without a required construction stormwater permit from the Oregon Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ).
- [DON'T FLUSH MEDS](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2021/dont-flush-meds/) - A growing body of science shows pharmaceuticals are reaching the Columbia River. How? Pharmaceuticals enter the Columbia through human excretion, when people flush drugs down the toilet, and from livestock operations.
- [Homebodies & Waterbodies Recap](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2021/homebodies-and-waterbodies-recap/) - Dr. Arlene Blum, Executive Director with the Green Science Policy Institute, spoke about the harmful chemicals found in household items, how they end up in the river, their impacts, and what you can do.
- [Zenith Energy: A Relic of the Past](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2021/zenith-energy-a-relic-of-the-past/) - Zenith Energy Before and After—A Brief History
- [Dying Sockeye Salmon: Frequently Asked Questions](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2021/dying-sockeye-salmon-frequently-asked-questions/) - Read our FAQ on salmon in the Columbia River.
- [Debate on Trial Rights Heats Up](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2021/debate-on-trial-rights-heats-up/) - Watch part of our Love Your Columbia Summer Virtual Events featuring Yakama Nation Tribal Councilman and a Kah-miltpa Band Member Jeremy Takala and Fisheries Biologist and Hydro-Coordinator at Yakama Nation Fisheries and a Ka-miltpa Band Member Elaine Harvey.
- [Shocking Salmon Video](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2021/shocking-salmon-video/) - These fish were on a miraculous journey back to their birthplace up the Snake River or upper Columbia. But they will not make it. The Columbia River is simply too hot to swim upstream.
- [COMPOSER-IN-RESIDENCE DEENA T. GROSSMAN](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2021/composer-in-residence-deena-t-grossman/) - Deena’s music, originating from her deep connection to our natural world, is consonant with the goals of Columbia Riverkeeper–to widen awareness and appreciation of our environment and to take action through grassroots organizing and legal means to protect, restore, and care for the Columbia River.
- [Free Flowing Rivers Make Way for Salmon](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2021/free-flowing-rivers-make-way-for-salmon/) - Ten years after the removal of Condit dam, the White Salmon River is almost unrecognizable! Salmon and other species are returning, river users can enjoy the entire river, and the river is coming back to life.
- [CLIMATE AND THE COLUMBIA: LESSONS FROM THE PAST FOR THE FUTURE](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2021/climate-and-the-columbia-lessons-from-the-past-for-the-future/) - Watch our webinar “Climate and the Columbia: Lessons from the Past for the Future” with Oregon State University earth scientists Dr. Maureen Walczak and Dr. Alan Mix.
- [What is the Latest on the Hanford Nuclear Site Cleanup?](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2021/what-is-the-latest-on-the-hanford-nuclear-site-cleanup/) - We discuss the upcoming comment period related to the relabeling and grouting of tank waste as part of Hanford's Test Bed Initiative (TBI).
- [Columbia Riverkeeper Sues Army Corps over Dams's Water Pollution](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2021/columbia-riverkeeper-sues-army-corps-over-damss-water-pollution/) - Columbia Riverkeeper is suing the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers for illegally polluting the Columbia River with hot water, oil, and toxic chemicals.
- [Inside Scoop on Latest Fracked Gas Threat](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2022/inside-scoop-on-latest-fracked-gas-threat/) - Washington and Oregon have taken major steps to curb our region’s reliance on climate polluting fracked gas.
- [Clean Air, Water, and Local Food Threatened by New Refinery at Port Westward](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2022/clean-air-water-and-local-food-threatened-by-new-refinery-at-port-westward/) - Columbia County’s decision to approve a 400-car rail yard amid sensitive drainages, wetlands, and high-value farmland drew criticism from Oregon’s lead land use agency and opposition from local farmers and regional advocacy groups.
- [Oregon Businesses Ask Oregon Leaders to Help Un-dam the Snake River](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2022/oregon-businesses-ask-oregon-leaders-to-help-un-dam-the-snake-river/) - For Oregonians, salmon is more than a fish. More than a food, a product, or a brand, it is a critical part of our ecosystem and is deeply connected to our sense of place and our cultural identity, but salmon in the Columbia River basin are struggling.
- [Community Expresses Outrage as DEQ Approves Air Pollution Permit for Refinery at Port Westward](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2022/community-expresses-outrage-as-deq-approves-air-pollution-permit-for-refinery-at-port-westward/) - On August 30, 2022, Oregon Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) issued a disappointing decision to grant an air pollution permit for a proposed diesel refinery at Port Westward.
- [Tank Leaks Show Additional Resources Needed at Hanford](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2022/tank-leaks-show-additional-resources-needed-at-hanford/) - Earlier this month, the U.S. Department of Energy and the Washington Department of Ecology announced an agreement, which begins to address two of Hanford’s leaking tanks, B-109 and T-111. The agreement made headlines, but does it make real progress?
- [NEXT's Application Materials were Riddled with Inconsistencies](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2022/nexts-application-materials-riddled-with-inconsistencies/) - On September 6, 2022, the Oregon ​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) denied NEXT Renewables LLC’s (NEXT) application for a Clean Water Act section 401 water quality permit.
- [NEXT’s application materials were riddled with inconsistencies](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2022/nexts-application-materials-were-riddled-with-inconsistencies/) - On September 6, 2022, the Oregon ​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) denied NEXT Renewables LLC’s (NEXT) application for a Clean Water Act section 401 water quality permit. NEXT sought the permit as part of a plan to build a so-called “renewable” diesel refinery near Clatskanie, OR.
- [Breaking Down Forever Chemicals](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2022/breaking-down-forever-chemicals/) - Columbia Riverkeeper hosted “Breaking Down Forever Chemicals,” a webinar with Dr. Alissa Cordner and Megan Liu. They shared research on forever chemicals and helped us to understand the sources and impacts and what we can do about it.
- [New Video: We Demand Life, Not Extinction](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2021/new-video-we-demand-life-not-extinction/) - Snake River salmon and steelhead are running out of time. We need everyone in the Pacific Northwest, and beyond, to demand that our leaders not accept the extinction of Snake River salmon.
- [Feds Require Fish Passage at Lewis River Dams to Recover Endangered Salmon](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2021/feds-require-fish-passage-at-lewis-river-dams-to-recover-endangered-salmon/) - On July 27, the National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) and U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) (collectively, “Services”) withdrew a Trump-era preliminary determination which, if made final, would have allowed PacifiCorp to continue blocking access to critical salmon habitat in Washington's Lewis River for the foreseeable future.
- [Big Win for Farmers and Clean Water](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2022/big-win-for-farmers-and-clean-water/) - Oregon’s Land Use Board of Appeals (LUBA) overturned Columbia County’s approval of a 400-car rail yard that would have served an unconventional diesel refinery along the lower Columbia.
- [Loophole City, Oregon](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2022/loophole-city-oregon/) - The City of Portland’s decision to let Zenith Energy extend its oil-by-rail operations in Portland is facing widespread condemnation from community members, environmental organizations, and environmental justice advocates.
- [Frequently Asked Questions about NEXT](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2022/frequently-asked-questions-about-next/) - The refinery would be one of the largest producers of non-conventional diesel on the West Coast. NEXT could make diesel from things like seed oils, animal fats, fish waste, or waste cooking oil, rather than petroleum crude oil.
- [EPA Issues Permits](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2022/epa-issues-permit/) - EPA Issues Permits to Curb Oil and Heat Pollution from Columbia River Dams
- [EPA Issues Permits](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2022/epa-issues-permits/) - "It's past time for the Army Corps to reduce illegal pollution from dams." In December 2021, Columbia Riverkeeper sued the Army Corps for illegally discharging pollution from these dams without Clean Water Act permits.
- [Driven to Extinction: Tire Chemicals and Salmon](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2023/driven-to-extinction-tire-chemicals-and-salmon/) - Watch our webinar: “Driven to Extinction: Tire Chemicals and Salmon”
- [Hanford Webinar: Thanks for Joining Us](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2023/hanford-webinar-thanks-for-joining-us/) - Watch our webinar: “Investigative Journalist Breaks Down Hanford: A Conversation with Joshua Frank."
- [Webinar "Best Practices for Nonprofits Working with Tribal Nations"](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2023/thanks-for-joining-us-webinar-best-practices-for-nonprofits-working-with-tribal-nations/) - Watch our webinar: “Best Practices for Nonprofits Working with Tribal Nations.”
- [Hanford Cleanup Champions](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2023/hanford-cleanup-champions/) - Columbia Riverkeeper’s Simone Anter spoke with Yakama Nation’s Environmental Restoration Waste Management (ERWM) program staff about their experiences co-planning the Journey—and why Hanford is a place worth fighting for.
- [Perspectives](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2023/perspectives/) - Samantha Redheart STEM Coordinator with Yakama Nation Environmental Restoration Waste Management Program shares her connection to Hanford.
- [Stand Up for Clean Up](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2023/stand-up-for-clean-up/) - Since 2000, Columbia Riverkeeper and our partners have advocated for effective, timely cleanup at Hanford.
- [El Salmón Y Las Llantas Para Autos](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2023/el-salmon-y-las-llantas-para-autos/) - Durante décadas, los investigadores se han preocupado por un fenómeno alarmante en los arroyos del área de Seattle en Puget Sound: una gran proporción de salmones coho adultos mueren antes de tener la oportunidad de desovar.
- [Big Win for Clean Water: Grand Coulee, Chief Joseph Dams to Reduce Pollution](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2023/big-win-for-clean-water-grand-coulee-chief-joseph-dams-to-reduce-pollution/) - After a decade of litigation by Columbia Riverkeeper, all ten federally-owned dams on the Columbia and Lower Snake river finally have Clean Water Act permits.
- [Environmental Justice and Public Health: The Columbia's Newest Superfund Site](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2023/environmental-justice-and-public-health-the-columbias-newest-superfund-site/) - Watch our webinar: “Environmental Justice and Public Health: The Columbia’s Newest Superfund Site.”
- [Support a Fossil Fuel Free Columbia](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2023/support-a-fossil-fuel-free-columbia/) - What if you could stop the equivalent of 754,000 gas-guzzling cars from polluting our air every year? You can!
- [Trucking Salmon Concerns](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2023/trucking-salmon-concerns/) - In an eleventh-hour rule change without meaningful public or tribal input, Oregon weakened protections for salmon; Tribes and fish advocates want the state to restore safeguards.
- [Thank You for Joining Hanford Spooky Series](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2023/thank-you-for-joining-hanford-spooky-series/) - Listen to Columbia Riverkeeper and Hanford Challenge for 'Spooky Stories from the Hanford Nuclear Site'.
- [Building on Climate Victories](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2023/building-on-climate-victories/) - In the wake of over 15 years of successes defeating fossil fuel infrastructure projects, the industry has shifted tactics. We’re seeing more proposals to expand existing infrastructure rather than build new facilities. Why?
- [Hanford's Future Revised](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2024/hanfords-future-revised/) - The U.S. Department of Energy (Energy), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and the State of Washington released a settlement agreement regarding cleanup at the Hanford Nuclear Site. The proposed changes to cleanup will alter treatment, storage, and disposal plans for highly toxic and radioactive waste currently stored in aging tanks and in soil beneath tanks.
- [Methane Webinar: Thanks for Joining Us!](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2024/methane-webinar-thanks-for-joining-us/) - Enjoy our webinar: The Science of Methane Gas from Reservoirs: Rethinking Hydropower's Carbon-free Image with Dr. John Harrison, Ph.D, from Washington State University at Vancouver. This is a great talk to watch if you are curious about rivers, want to understand more about dams and climate change, or if you already support dam removal.
- [What's the Next Challenge Facing the Columbia River?](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2024/whats-the-next-challenge-facing-the-columbia-river/) - Get up to speed on the latest issues facing our communities thanks to “Locus Focus” on KBOO Radio, here’s four recent episodes interviewing our team.
- [The Big Problems with Small Nukes](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2024/the-big-problems-with-small-nukes/) - Here are a few answers to some of the most frequently asked questions Columbia Riverkeeper gets about Small Modular Nuclear Reactors.
- [Crayfish Webinar: Thanks for Joining Us!](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2024/crayfish-webinar-thanks-for-joining-us/) - In this webinar, “Charismatic Crustaceans: What Columbia River Crayfish Can Teach Us”, Dr. Alan Kolok shares his research on Columbia River crayfish and the use of participatory science to better understand the impacts of toxic pollution on the Columbia River Basin.
- [Bradford Island Superfund Site Update](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2024/bradford-island-superfund-site-update/) - This spring marks two years since Bradford Island and surrounding waters was listed as a Superfund site and we are still waiting for cleanup to begin.
- [Zenith's Bad Plan](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2024/zeniths-bad-plan/) - A recent article in the Oregonian highlights Zenith’s dangerous plans to expand its operations in Portland which would bring more harmful pollution, more explosive trains through our communities, and continued handling of dangerous fuels.
- [Greenwashing on the Columbia](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2024/greenwashing-on-the-columbia/) - NEXT Renewable Fuels, Inc. wants to build one of the largest “renewable” diesel refineries in the country in the middle of the Columbia River Estuary at Port Westward. The problem? NEXT’s proposal is a greenwashed scheme that will cause more harm than good.
- [GTN Xpress Legal Challenges](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2024/gtn-xpress-legal-challenges/) - The effort to hold the line against the major fracked gas expansion continues, and the impact is evident on the ground in Central Oregon.
- [Comer pescado](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2024/comer-pescado/) - El río Columbia, y las comunidades que dependen de él, enfrentan serias amenazas por la contaminación tóxica. Todos los días, miles de tuberías descargan contaminación tóxica de la industria, las ciudades y el escurrimiento de aguas pluviales.
- [“New” nuclear energy is a false solution to the climate crisis](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2024/new-nuclear-energy-is-a-false-solution-to-the-climate-crisis/) - The nuclear power industry would like you to believe that Small Modular Nuclear Reactors (SMNRs) are a magic bullet to solve the climate crisis. Don’t believe the hype. SMNRs are a false solution that divert funding from proven, renewable energy technologies that are safer, less expensive, and faster to deploy.
- [Hanford’s Groundwater: A Poison Pill](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2023/hanfords-groundwater-a-poison-pill/) - The Hanford Nuclear Site is one of the most complex cleanups in the region and holds the title for the most contaminated site in the western hemisphere. Its contamination remains an unsolved problem that threatens clean water for generations.
- [FERC-Approved GTN Xpress Faces Challenges](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2023/ferc-approved-gtn-xpress-faces-challenges/) - Today (November 21, 2023), Columbia Riverkeeper and Rogue Climate filed a Petition for Rehearing, urging the Federal Energy Regulatory Committee (FERC) to reconsider its approval of the GTN Xpress fracked gas pipeline expansion. Our petition argues that FERC violated the National Environmental Policy Act and the Natural Gas Act.
- [Director's Message: For the River](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2023/directors-message-for-the-river/) - From the first time I learned about Columbia Riverkeeper in my early days of law school, I was drawn to the organization’s passion for justice.
- [Inspiring a Love for the Columbia](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2023/inspiring-a-love-for-the-columbia/) - Our Community Programs Promote Education, Action, and Connection. Who, if anyone, is more curious and experimental than a kid in the outdoors? Columbia Riverkeeper programs help them hone their skills, learn new tools, and discover deep connections.
- [Tire Chemicals and Salmon](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2024/tire-chemicals-and-salmon/) - For decades, researchers have puzzled over an alarming phenomenon in Seattle-area streams in the Puget Sound: a large proportion of adult coho salmon die before they get the chance to spawn. Then, in 2020, scientists pinpointed the pollutant responsible for the coho deaths: 6PPD-quinone (6PPD-q).
- [Seeking New Board Members](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2024/seeking-new-board-members/) - Columbia Riverkeeper’s board of directors oversees the organization’s goals and policies, finances, and public relations. This is a voluntary board where each member brings unique talents and interests. If you have a passion for clean water, climate action, and environmental justice—and time to devote to a nonprofit board—consider applying to join our talented board of directors.
- [What's NEXT?](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2024/local-farmer-columbia-riverkeeper-challenge-next/) - 1000 Friends of Oregon, Columbia Riverkeeper and mint farmer Mike Seely appealed two land use permits for a rail yard associated with NEXT Renewables’ proposed non-conventional diesel refinery at Port Westward, OR.
- [Director’s Letter from 2024 Currents Newsletter](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2024/directors-letter-from-2024-currents-newsletter/) - Do you dream of finding solutions to the climate crisis? How about slashing greenhouse gas pollution by challenging one of North America’s biggest fuel fuel infrastructure corporations? Columbia Riverkeeper turns your dreams into action—and results.
- [Rising to the Challenge: Taking on the Gas Industry](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2024/rising-to-the-challenge-taking-on-the-gas-industry/) - Columbia Riverkeeper recently took our expertise and recommendations for fracked gas infrastructure to the Washington and Oregon public utility commissions—the state agencies that regulate gas utility companies—and achieved excellent results.
- [Fighting Fracked Gas at the Oregon Public Utility Commission](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2024/fighting-fracked-gas-at-the-oregon-public-utility-commission/) - Earlier this year the PUC rejected all three of Oregon’s gas utilities’ long-term plans. The plans were inadequate because they were “unreasonably optimistic” about future gas demand as the region moves away from reliance on fracked gas and towards electrification.
- [Hanford Holistic Settlement Released](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2024/hanford-holistic-settlement-released/) - U.S. Department of Energy, Environmental Protection Agency, and the Washington Department of Ecology (Tri-Party Agreement agencies) proposed changes to cleanup will alter treatment, storage, and disposal plans for highly toxic and radioactive waste currently stored in aging tanks and in soil beneath tanks.
- [Stand Up to Factory Farms](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2024/stand-up-to-factory-farms/) - Celebrating six years since Columbia Riverkeeper and the Stand Up to Factory Farms Coalition scored a victory when the Oregon Department of Agriculture finally revoked mega-dairy Lost Valley Farm’s permit.
- [Cool It! Dept. of Ecology tells Army Corps: make a better plan to cool the Lower Snake River](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2024/dept-of-ecology-tells-army-corps-cool-lower-snake-river/) - Four reservoirs on the Lower Snake River trap the sun’s heat, making the water too hot for salmon. Columbia Riverkeeper has been using science and the Clean Water Act to ratchet up pressure on the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (Corps) to reduce heat pollution caused by its dams.
- [Our first treaty: An interview with Columbia Riverkeeper's Board President Emily Washines](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2024/our-first-treaty-an-interview-with-columbia-riverkeepers-board-president-emily-washines/) - Columbia Riverkeeper's board president seeks to use her position to continue to honor the first treaty of the Yakama Nation with the land itself.
- [Mid-Year Legal Updates](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2024/mid-year-legal-updates/) - Columbia Riverkeeper believes that litigation is an important tool. Lawsuits complement our gritty grass-roots advocacy and savvy communications strategies to meaningfully improve water quality and river communities.
- [“Fueling Controversy:” Port Project Seeks Public Funds](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2024/fueling-controversy-port-project-seeks-public-funds/) - Fuel corporations at the Port of Columbia County should foot the bill for infrastructure upgrades.
- [History-Making (or Breaking) Decision for Hanford Cleanup](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/2024/history-making-or-breaking-decision-for-hanford-cleanup/) - By Simone Anter (Jicarilla Apache and Yaqui), Staff Attorney & Hanford Program DirectorOriginally published in Columbia Riverkeeper “Currents” Issue 1, 2024. The other day I found myself in a high school environmental science class. Among models of clean energy infrastructure and a bubbling fish tank filled with Chinook salmon fry, 20 young faces glowed in

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- [Lorri Epstein](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/about-us/staff/lorri-epstein/) - Science & Education Director lorri@columbiariverkeeper.org | (541) 399-5770 Lorri Epstein (she/her) coordinates Columbia Riverkeeper’s Water Quality Monitoring program, Nichols Natural Area environmental education, and outreach and engagement programs. Lorri is a biologist whose graduate research focused on juvenile salmon in a remote river system on Russia’s Kamchatka Peninsula. Prior to joining Columbia Riverkeeper, Lorri worked on research and
- [Microplásticos y el Río Columbia: Un problema no tan pequeño](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/microplastics-en-espanol/) - Puede que ya estés familiarizado con los microplásticos que contaminan los océanos, o tal vez hayas escuchado del Gran Parche de Basura del Pacíco. ¿Pero sabías que los microplásticos también contaminan los ríos? Los microplásticos en el Río Columbia pueden ser un problema más grande de lo que pensabas. Leer en inglés ¿Qué son los
- [Microplastics & the Columbia River: A Not So Tiny Problem](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/microplastics-2/) - You may already be familiar with microplastics polluting oceans, or perhaps you have heard of the Great Pacific Garbage Patch. But did you know that microplastics contaminate rivers as well? Microplastics in the Columbia River may be a bigger problem than you thought. What are Microplastics? Microplastics are plastic debris measuring less than five millimeters.
- [PCBs: a Toxic Legacy and Ongoing Problem](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/polychlorinated-biphenyls-eng/) - 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.
- [Invisibles. Permanentes. Por todas partes. ](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/invisibles-permanentes-por-todas-partes/) - Es hora de enfrentar la realidad sobre las sustancias químicas permanentes, comúnmente conocidas como químicos perfluorados (PFAS). Las PFAS son sustancias químicas artificiales que se utilizan en una amplia variedad de productos comerciales y se encuentran prácticamente en todas partes.
- [PFAS: Invisible. Forever. Everywhere.](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/pfas-invisible-forever-everywhere/) - Time to get real about forever chemicals, commonly known as perfluorinated chemicals (PFAS). PFAS are man-made chemicals used in a wide variety of consumer products, and they are found virtually everywhere.
- [PAHs en el Río Columbia](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/pahs-en-el-rio-columbia/) - El río Columbia lleva carga pesada. La contaminación proveniente de la industria, la agricultura, las ciudades y cientos de vertederos contaminados amenaza la salud del río y de las comunidades que dependen de él.
- [PAHs in the Columbia River](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/pahs-in-the-columbia-river/) - The Columbia River carries a heavy burden. Pollution from industry, agriculture, cities, and hundreds of contaminated waste sites threaten the health of the river and the communities that depend on it.
- [Mercury & The Columbia River](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/mercury-fact-sheet/) - Mercury is a naturally occurring element that is persistent (doesn’t break down easily), bioaccumulative (builds up over time), and toxic. It enters the environment from both natural sources and human activities and is harmful to human health and environmental ecosystems.
- [Hoja Informativa Sobre El Mercurio](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/hoja-informativa-sobre-el-mercurio/) - El mercurio es un elemento natural que es persistente (no se descompone fácilmente), es bioacumulativo (se acumula con el tiempo) y tóxico. Ingresa al medio ambiente tanto desde fuentes naturales como de actividades humanas y es perjudicial para la salud humana y los ecosistemas ambientales.
- [Annual Impact Report](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/success-stories/annual-impact-report-2/) - Art Credit: Sue Sutherland Columbia Riverkeeper 2025 Annual Report Columbia Riverkeeper’s successful formula: combine strategic legal advocacy with community organizing and creative communications. We work in solidarity with Tribes, partner with people who live and work along the Columbia, and celebrate the impact of people coming to together to fight for what they love. This
- [Don’t Dump Meds, Keep Columbia Clean](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/dont-flush-meds/) - A growing body of science shows pharmaceuticals are reaching the Columbia River. How? Pharmaceuticals enter the Columbia through human excretion, when people flush drugs down the toilet, and from livestock operations. Easy tips to keep your meds out of the Columbia: Don’t Flush! Think wastewater treatment plants solve the problem? Nope. Unfortunately many pharmaceuticals pass
- [PCB: Un Legado Tóxico y Un Problema Persistente](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/polychlorinated-biphenyls-esp/) - 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.
- [Joel Senecal](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/about-us/staff/joel-senecal/) - Database Specialist joel@columbiariverkeeper.org | (541) 399-3361 Joel Senecal (He/They) works to make databases a tool for good, maintaining the data that the Columbia Riverkeeper team relies on. Before Joel managed databases with multiple nonprofits in Portland, he began his career in data while working for craft breweries both in China and the U.S. Joel enjoys the
- [Miles Johnson](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/about-us/staff/miles-johnson/) - Legal Director miles@columbiariverkeeper.org | (971) 515-7996 Miles Johnson (he/him) works to reduce water pollution and restore salmon by enforcing the Clean Water Act and providing legal counsel for Columbia Riverkeeper’s campaigns. Prior to law school, Miles worked as a fisheries researcher in Oregon, Washington, and Alaska. As an enthusiastic fish-eater, Miles is personally invested in ensuring that we can
- [Energy Vision](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/energy-vision/) - Photo Credit: Russ Ricketts An Energy Future for the Columbia River Columbia Riverkeeper envisions and advocates for an energy generation, storage, and transmission system in the Pacific Northwest with the following attributes: • • Truly renewable and carbon neutral power, not produced using fossil fuels or nuclear reactors regardless of where or how generation occurs;
- [Financials & Policies](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/financials-policies/) - Columbia Riverkeeper believes in financial transparency for our members, partners, and donors. 2025 Annual Report 2024 990 | Audited Financial Statement | Annual Report 2023 990 | Audited Financial Statement | Annual Report 2022 990 | Audited Financial Statement | Annual Report 2021 990 | Audited Financial Statement | Annual Report 2020 990 | Audited Financial Statement | Annual Report 2019 990 | Audited Financial Statement | Annual Report 2018 990 | Audited Financial Statement
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- [Jessica Price](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/about-us/staff/jessica-price/) - Finance & Administrative Manager jessica@columbiariverkeeper.org | 541-399-3222 Jessica (she/her) works to support the continued growth of Columbia Riverkeeper’s programs and staff as part of the administrative team. Jessica has several years of experience in office management and accounting as well as two years of service as board treasurer for a community-based nonprofit. What inspires you
- [Strategic Plan - 2025-2027](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/plan2025/) - We unite people to fight for clean water and the climate. Read or Listen to our Strategic Plan Now: Columbia Riverkeeper · Columbia Riverkeeper Strategic Plan 2025 to 2027 (Full Story) Or, view the 2025-2027 Strategic Plan as a PDF: Download the PDF Vision: A Columbia River that unites people to fight for clean water,
- [Give!Guide](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/giveguide/) - Columbia Riverkeeper is honored to be participating in Willamette Week’s Give!Guide. Columbia Riverkeeper is honored to be participating in Willamette Week’s Give!Guide. This Grassroots campaign is the perfect opportunity to engage with the organizations in your community. Together we will create lasting impact for our climate and future. Thank you for being a part of
- [Limpieza de la presa Bonneville](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/limpieza-de-la-presa-bonneville/) - Lo que hay en el fondo En las tranquilas aguas río arriba de la presa Bonneville, algo inesperadamente siniestro yace en el fondo. En la parte del complejo de la presa conocida como Bradford Island, las águilas anidan en los árboles sobre un basurero enterrado que se filtra silenciosamente hacia el río Columbia, mientras que
- [Kate Murphy](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/about-us/staff/kate-murphy/) - Senior Community Organizer kate@columbiariverkeeper.org | (541) 399-5666 Kate (she/her) works to support community members along the Columbia River in Oregon and Washington, engaging residents and fighting to protect our region from fossil fuel refineries, pipelines, terminals, and other threats to the Columbia River ecosystem. Her background includes public health, international exchange programs, project management, and community organizing in the
- [Lisa Muñoz](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/about-us/staff/lisa-munoz/) - Grants Manager lisa@columbiariverkeeper.org | 541-399-0332 Lisa Muñoz (she/her or they/them) works in grant development, and previously worked in the Hanford outreach program. Her scientific background developed her love of discovery, sharing knowledge, and collaboration. Her passion for the health and safety of the Columbia River comes from being raised by two immigrant parents that cultivated a deep love and
- [Emily Kao](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/about-us/staff/emily-kao/) - Advancement Director emily@columbiariverkeeper.org | (541) 399-9898 Emily Kao's (she/her) work centers on leading holistic fundraising and advancing Columbia Riverkeeper’s commitment to justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion. Emily began volunteering with Columbia Riverkeeper in high school and worked with other non-profits in the gorge teaching environmental education and promoting awareness of environmental issues in the region. What inspires you
- [Lauren Goldberg](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/about-us/staff/lauren-goldberg/) - Executive Director lauren@columbiariverkeeper.org | (541) 965-0985 Lauren Goldberg (she/her) works as the executive director, teaming with Riverkeeper’s community organizers and attorneys to fight for clean water and our climate. Lauren joined Riverkeeper in 2008 and spent over a decade enforcing the Clean Water Act and developing legal strategies to fight the oil, coal, and fracked gas industries. Lauren
- [Eric Block](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/about-us/staff/eric-block/) - Communications & Marketing Director eric@columbiariverkeeper.org | (541) 399-4232 Eric (he/him) leads Columbia Riverkeeper’s overall communications and marketing efforts, working collaboratively to advance programmatic and organizational goals. He brings more than two decades of experience supporting mission-driven nonprofits, foundations, and government agencies at all levels with creative and strategic communications that help improve project outcomes and
- [Liz Terhaar](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/about-us/staff/liz-terhaar/) - Deputy Communications & Marketing Director liz@columbiariverkeeper.org | (503) 784-5324 Liz Terhaar (she/her) leads Columbia Riverkeeper's communications and media outreach efforts. She brings over a decade of experience to the table, previously working in various journalism, marketing, and public relations roles. What inspires you to do this work? The people and communities along the Columbia River inspire me to
- [Hanford Resources](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/hanford-resources/) - To ensure the complete and timely cleanup of the Hanford Nuclear Site, we review and critique cleanup and restoration plans. We write comment letters detailing our analyses, publish articles and blog posts, and prepare fact sheets to help others understand the plans and how to protect the Columbia River. View and download our work below.
- [Save the Date 10/23](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/25party/) - Columbia Riverkeeper’s 25th Anniversary Celebration For 25 years, Columbia Riverkeeper has advocated for clean water, climate action, and salmon recovery. Together with Tribes and river communities, we achieved major victories for people who rely on the Columbia. Now it’s time to celebrate and activate people with a shared commitment to the Columbia and the people
- [FAQs & Resources](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/columbia/faqs-resources/) - FAQs and Resources From in-depth research reports to fact sheets to webinars, our team is here to help you learn about and advocate for clean water and our climate. Check out our Science and Education YouTube Playlist Dive deeper into an area of interest with expert analysis from scientists and researchers in our webinar series.
- [Siobhán O’Halloran](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/about-us/staff/siobhan-ohalloran/) - Finance & Administration Director siobhan@columbiariverkeeper.org | (541) 399-3432 Siobhán O’Halloran (she/her) works to ensure a strong organizational and financial foundation to support the work and mission of Columbia Riverkeeper. Siobhan brings over a decade of experience in operations, finance, and compliance, as well as having served six years on a working board of a small nonprofit. Siobhan grew up
- [Newsletter Archive](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/newsletter-archive/) - Columbia Riverkeeper's annual report, newsletter, and monthly email updates. 2025 Issue 1 PDF Interactive Issue Audio Issue 2023 Issue 3 PDF Interactive Issue Audio Issue 2023 Issue 2 PDF Interactive Issue Audio Issue 2023 Issue 1 PDF Interactive Issue Audio Issue 2022 Issue 3 PDF Interactive Issue 2022 Issue 2 PDF 2022 Issue 2 PDF
- [Riparian Zones](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/riparian-zones/) - Unit 3: Riparian Zones Riparian Zones: Think outside the banks. Essential question: How do riparian zones prevent pollution and protect water quality? What other ecosystem services do riparian zones provide and why are they so important? Learning objective: After completing this exercise the student will be able to: 1. Describe the characteristics of a riparian
- [Unit 3: Activities](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/riparian-zones/unit-3-activities/) - Pollution Prevention Curriculum Unit 3: Riparian Zone Pre-activity List as many plants and animals that you can think of that live in or rely on riparian zones. Think about how this community of plants and animals might be different from those found in a deep forest, in open rangeland, or in your schoolyard. How might
- [Household Contaminants](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/household-contaminants/) - Unit 1: Household Contaminants Household Contaminants How do the goods we buy and the products we use at home contribute to pollution and impact water quality in the Columbia River? English (PDF) | Spanish (PDF) What goes down the drain doesn’t go away! Essential question: How do the goods we buy and the products we use at home
- [Comer pescado](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/en-espanol/comer-pescado/) - Comer pescado del río Columbia: Preguntas frecuentes El río Columbia, y las comunidades que dependen de él, enfrentan serias amenazas por la contaminación tóxica. Todos los días, miles de tuberías descargan contaminación tóxica de la industria, las ciudades y el escurrimiento de aguas pluviales. Pesticidas y metales pesados ingresan al río de fuentes difusas, como
- [Eating Salmon](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/columbia/faqs-resources/eating-salmon/) - Eating Columbia River Fish: FAQ The Columbia River, and the communities that depend on it, face serious threats from toxic pollution. Every day, thousands of pipes discharge toxic pollution from industry, cities, and dirty stormwater runoff. Pesticides and heavy metals enter the river from diffuse sources, such as agricultural runoff and air deposition. Let’s explore
- [Plastics](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/plastics/) - Unit 4: Plastics Microplastics: a not so tiny problem Essential question: What are the issues related to plastic consumption and how does plastic pollution impact the environment including the Columbia River? Learning objective: Students will be able to: Define the problems associated with plastics and microplastics. Understand the factors contributing to the problem. Identify solutions.
- [25th Anniversary Memory Wall](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/25memory/) - Share Your Memories of the Last 25 Years
- [Annual Impact Report 2023](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/success-stories/annual-impact-report-2023/) - Columbia Riverkeeper 2023 Annual Report Columbia Riverkeeper’s successful formula: combine strategic legal advocacy with community organizing and creative communications. We work in solidarity with Tribes, partner with people who live and work along the Columbia, and celebrate the impact of people coming to together to fight for what they love. Here are a few of
- [Giving Tuesday](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/donate-giving-tuesday/) - We rely on donors like you to fight for environmental and climate justice. Columbia Riverkeeper unites people with a passion for justice, clean water, and our climate—and inspires the next generation of environmental advocates. This Giving Tuesday support this place we love and together we will make a difference. Looking for a convenient way to
- [Kelly Campbell](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/about-us/staff/kelly-campbell/) - Policy Director kelly@columbiariverkeeper.org | (541) 953-5475 Kelly (she/her) brings more than 25 years of experience in environmental health and social justice to her role as policy director, where she works with the team to develop policy strategies and advocate at the local, state, and federal levels. Before joining Columbia Riverkeeper, Kelly served as the executive director at
- [Our Focus Areas](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/our-focus-areas/) - We unite people to fight for clean water and our climate. Columbia Riverkeeper teams with river communities and works in solidarity with Tribal Nations to advocate for environmental and climate justice. We combine legacy advocacy, grassroots community organizing, free educational programming, and creative communications strategies to engage and center the communities most impacted by toxic
- [Victories](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/success-stories/victories/) - Your support leads to epic victories for clean water, salmon, and our climate. Recent Victories
- [Double My Donation](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/double-my-donation/) - Does your company match donations? Make your donation go further. Many companies will match your charitable gift, see if your company is one of them. Please use the below search tool to see if your company will match your donation, and to access the forms, guidelines, and instructions that you need to submit a matching gift.
- [Alex Smith](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/about-us/staff/alex-smith/) - Development Manager alex@columbiariverkeeper.org | (541) 399-7284 Alex (he/him) works to build long-lasting, meaningful relationships with supporters through his role as the Development Manager, while facilitating member funding to pursue the organization’s strategic goals. Alex began his career with Columbia Riverkeeper in 2014 as a Grassroot Outreach Canvasser, providing one on one education in communities along the Columbia, as well
- [Journey for Peace](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/journey-for-peace/) - Thank you for following the Journey for Peace and supporting Columbia Riverkeeper. Donate now to make an impact for the future of clean water and our climate. Your support makes a difference for all those who depend on the Columbia for clean water, salmon, and much more.
- [Kayla Jones](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/about-us/staff/kayla-jones-2/) - Director of People & Culture kayla@columbiariverkeeper.org | (503) 961-4792 Kayla Jones (she/her) is passionate about creating a workplace that is inclusive, equitable, and supportive of all staff, volunteers, and community partners. She works to ensure that everyone at Columbia Riverkeeper feels valued, heard, and empowered to contribute to the mission of protecting the Columbia River and its surrounding
- [Stock & IRA Gifts](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/give/stock-ira-gifts/) - Have you been successful in the stock market? Consider making a gift of stock to support clean water and obtain great tax benefits. Donating Stocks, Bonds, or Mutual Funds - It's a Win-Win Donating stock that has appreciated for more than a year is one of the most tax-smart ways to make a difference for your
- [Tribute Gifts](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/give/tribute-gifts/) - Make a Gift on Someone's Behalf Give the gift of clean water. Acknowledge someone special or honor a lost loved one by making a tribute gift in their name. Tribute Gifts in Honor or in Memory Acknowledge a significant life event Honor someone's passion for the environment Remember a departed friend or family member Your
- [Simone Anter](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/about-us/staff/simone-anter/) - Senior Staff Attorney & Hanford Program Director simone@columbiariverkeeper.org | (541) 399-5312 Simone Anter (she/her) serves as a Senior Staff Attorney & Hanford Program Director for Columbia Riverkeeper, where she works with the Yakama Nation to support increased public engagement in Hanford Nuclear Site cleanup. Her work also focuses on lending legal support to other Riverkeeper campaigns and Clean
- [Notice of Non-Discrimination](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/about-us/policies-financials/non-discrimination-notice/) - Title VI (Notice of Non-Discrimination) Columbia Riverkeeper Notice of Non-Discrimination Columbia Riverkeeper does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, disability, age, or sex in administration of its programs or activities, and, Columbia Riverkeeper does not intimidate or retaliate against any individual or group because they have exercised their rights to participate
- [Our Values](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/about-us/equity/values/) - Value 1: Care We care for ourselves, others, and the world around us. Behaviors: Support staff members as individuals and employees. Remove barriers to wellness and transform sources of harm to build collective healing. Communicate respectfully with our team and the community. Understand, engage, and respect the people and communities most impacted by environmental harms,
- [Privacy Policy](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/privacy-policy/) - We value the privacy of Columbia Riverkeeper’s donors and members. Data Privacy: We do not share, sell, or publish donation information. We do not store credit card information. Information Collected: Personal information may include any information collected from an online form, sign in sheet, event registration, direct mail, or mailed in contribution. We may occasionally
- [About](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/about-us/) - Columbia Riverkeeper’s mission is to protect and restore the water quality of the Columbia River and all life connected to it, from the headwaters to the Pacific Ocean. How We Work Want to go deeper? View or Listen to our Strategic Plan Strategic Plan All along the Columbia, we work with people in dozens of
- [Natalie Keenan](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/about-us/staff/natalie-keenan/) - IT & Database Specialist natalie@columbiariverkeeper.org | (541) 399-3222 Natalie Keenan (she/her) serves as a Database & IT Specialist for Columbia Riverkeeper. She is focused on providing and maintaining the highest quality technical support and infrastructure to empower her teammates at Riverkeeper. Natalie has over a decade of experience supporting small to medium sized teams, building tools and
- [Tribal Nations](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/columbia/tribal-nations/) - Tribes and Indigenous people shape the Columbia River basin's past, present, and future Columbia Riverkeeper works in solidarity with many Tribal Nations.Learn about the rich, diverse cultures of Columbia Basin Indigenous people, as well as their sovereignty and governments, in their own words. How We Work With Tribes Want to learn more about our approach
- [Unit 4: Activities](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/plastics/unit-4-activities/) - Pollution Prevention Curriculum Unit 4: Plastics Pre-activity Look around the room and find as many plastic objects as you can in ten seconds...GO! Think about the pros and cons of plastic. How is it beneficial? (pros: convenient, medical products (e.g. tubing, contact lenses, and other devices), hygienic packaging, lightweight, durable) What are the cons? (pollution,
- [Unit 2: Activities](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/stormwater/unit-2-activities/) - Additional Resources: Learn more about potential sources of nonpoint source pollution. Read about sources and solutions to stormwater pollution. Learn about stormwater management and green infrastructure. Click to drop a raindrop on this interactive map of the United States and watch where it ends up. Chemicals used automobile tires wash into streams and quickly kill salmon. Learn more about car tires and salmon. This
- [Stormwater](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/stormwater/) - Unit 2: Stormwater Be the solution to stormwater pollution! Essential question: How does what we do on the land affect water quality? How does pollution get from one place to another? How can I learn about the sources of water pollution in my watershed? Learning objective Students will be able to: Explain how various land
- [Curriculum Vocabulary](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/our-focus-areas/curriculum-vocabulary/) - Vocabulary Terms Unit 1: Household Contaminants Bioaccumulation- the gradual accumulation over time of a substance (especially a contaminant) in a living organism Persistent - persistent chemicals (sometimes called “forever chemicals”) are compounds that are resistant to environmental degradation Toxic- poisonous (Note: Toxin refers to poisons produced naturally by plants, animals, and bacteria. Toxic refers to synthetic, man-made,
- [Unit 1: Activities](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/household-contaminants/unit-1-activities/) - Pollution Prevention Curriculum Unit 1: Household Contaminants Pre-activity Brainstorm a list of all the items you use in your home that go down the drain. Brainstorm common household products or items that you think may contain harmful chemicals. Reflect on how people use these products and what people do with them when they no longer
- [Acasia Berry](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/about-us/staff/acasia-berry/) - Strategic Advisor acasia@columbiariverkeeper.org | (541) 399-9119 Acasia Berry (she/her) brings over 25 years of experience working in conservation, community organizing, and non-profit management and development. While working with the Haw River Assembly in the southeastern United States, she led an environmental education program closely tied to the Hudson Clearwater. Prior to joining the Columbia Riverkeeper team, Acasia was
- [Swim Guide](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/en-espanol/swim-guide/) - ¡Consejos para la seguridad en la natación y la calidad del agua! Echa un vistazo a nuestro Guía de Natación Aquí están algunos consejos sobre cómo protegerse en el agua: Enjuágate después de nadar y evita entrar al río con cortes o heridas abiertas. Evite las áreas industriales y de descarga de aguas residuales Consulte
- [En Español](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/en-espanol/) - Agua Limpia. Rios Saludables. Nuestro Futuro. Que HacemosProtegemos el agua potable Hazte miembro del Columbia Riverkeeper Y protege el agua potable para todos. Nosotros trabajamos en las comunidades que viven a lo largo del Columbia y defendemos a su gente, peces, y la vida silvestre que dependen del gran Río Columbia. Libra por libra no
- [Events](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/events-2-2/) - Connect with the Columbia and Community Browse our full list of events below, or use the form to search for specific events near you.
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- [The Columbia](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/columbia/) - The Columbia River is the lifeblood of the Pacific Northwest. People depend on the Columbia for clean water, salmon, and much more. The River The rich history and vibrant present of the Columbia River captivates people around the world. Learn about water quality in the Columbia, and tap into information about the river’s human and cultural
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- [Take Action: Success!](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/engage/success/) - Thank you for taking action! Together, we've earned a string of victories that protect clean water and our climate. We're proud that we can do this together. "What else can I do to help?" Become a Columbia Riverkeeper member now with your critical donation. About Membership We believe that access to clean water is a basic
- [Interactive Map](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/columbia/interactive-map/) - Get involved in environmental and climate justice efforts throughout the Northwest. Browse our interactive map to discover our current campaigns and petitions, and the communities around them. Using the map: you can click-and-drag to move to different parts of the map, and use the Zoom In (+) and Zoom Out (-) controls in the lower-right
- [Stopping Pollution](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/plan2024/stopping-pollution/) - Lawsuits will stop pollution from flowing into the Columbia and its tributaries. Read or Listen to our Strategic Plan Now: columbiariverkeeper · 06 Strategic Plan 22 - 24 Stopping Polution Our Goals Reduce toxic pollution so people can safely eat fish and other aquatic life in most locations on the Columbia River without toxic contamination
- [Cleaning Hanford](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/plan2024/cleaning-hanford/) - We will tell the story of Hanford from different perspectives using an environmental justice lens. Read or Listen to our Strategic Plan Now: columbiariverkeeper · 09 Strategic Plan 22 - 24 Cleaning Up Hanford Our Goals Hold the U.S. government accountable for a Hanford cleanup that protects the Columbia River, people who are impacted by
- [Fighting Fossil Fuels](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/plan2024/fighting-fossil-fuels/) - We will play a leadership role in community organizing, legal, and communications to stop the proposed fossil fuel infrastructure. Read or Listen to our Strategic Plan Now: columbiariverkeeper · 07 Strategic Plan 22 - 24 Fighting Fossil Fuels Our Goals Protect the Columbia River and river communities from fossil fuel infrastructure by working in partnership
- [Saving Salmon](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/plan2024/saving-salmon/) - Today, Columbia River salmon populations are a fraction of their historic size. The U.S. government eradicated salmon from many parts of the Columbia basin by constructing Grand Coulee, Hells Canyon, and many other dams. Read or Listen to our Strategic Plan Now: columbiariverkeeper · 08 Strategic Plan 22 - 24 Saving Salmon Our Goals Healthy
- [Columbia Gorge Youth Education](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/our-focus-areas/columbia-gorge-youth-education/)
- [Audrey Leonard](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/about-us/staff/audrey-leonard-2/) - Staff Attorney audrey@columbiariverkeeper.org | (541) 399-4775 Audrey Leonard (she/her) focuses on protecting the Columbia from fracked gas, oil-by-rail, and other fossil fuel infrastructure. A Midwesterner at heart, Audrey grew up on a farm in rural Indiana and strives to use that background to meet the unique challenges faced by people in rural areas. She fell in love with the
- [Tire Chemicals and Salmon](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/columbia/faqs-resources/tire-chemicals-and-salmon/) - Driven to Extinction For decades, researchers have puzzled over an alarming phenomenon in Seattle-area streams in the Puget Sound: a large proportion of adult coho salmon die before they get the chance to spawn. Then, in 2020, scientists pinpointed the pollutant responsible for the coho deaths. The chemical, 6PPD-quinone (6PPD-q), is so highly toxic to coho that exposed fish
- [Pollution Facts](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/our-focus-areas/stopping-pollution/pollution-facts/) - 12 Facts on Columbia River Pollution Every day, thousands of pipes release pollution into the Columbia and its tributaries. As the lifeblood of the Pacific Northwest, the Columbia also becomes the dumping ground for the Northwest. Pollutants sources include factories; wastewater treatment plants; and runoff from agricultural lands, logging, and industrial sites, and city streets.
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- [Audrey Klein](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/about-us/staff/audrey-klein/) - Events & Operations Coordinator klein@columbiariverkeeper.org | 503-432-8927 Audrey Klein (she/her) supports Columbia Riverkeeper’s programs and staff by supplementing office operations and executing events. Living in Portland for over two years now, she is excited to use her knowledge and care for the community alongside her diverse experiences in environmental advocacy and social engagement to further Columbia Riverkeeper's
- [Juan Monje](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/about-us/staff/juan-monje/) - Community Organizer juan@columbiariverkeeper.org | (503) 881-9671 Juan Monje is a community organizer focusing on outreach and engagement with Columbia River communities. Juan’s strong stance against illegal contamination of natural resources and the challenges facing our rural communities with harmful fossil fuel terminals led him to volunteer and fight to close the methanol refinery in Kalama,
- [Dan Serres](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/about-us/staff/dan-serres/) - Advocacy Director dan@columbiariverkeeper.org | (503) 890-2441 Dan (he/him) works to engage diverse communities along the Columbia. In 2005, he started with Columbia Riverkeeper as an organizer in our successful campaign to protect the Columbia River Estuary, forests, and farmland from the Bradwood Landing and Oregon LNG Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) proposals and their related pipelines. Since 2009, he
- [Teryn Yazdani](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/about-us/staff/teryn-yazdani/) - Staff Attorney teryn@columbiariverkeeper.org | (503) 933-7636 Teryn Yazdani (she/her) works to protect the Columbia River and work in solidarity with its communities by serving as the Staff Attorney for the Stopping Pollution program. In her role, she advocates for pollution reduction through Clean Water Act enforcement actions and providing legal counsel for related Columbia Riverkeeper campaigns. Born and
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## Petitions

- [Acción: Limpieza de la presa Bonneville](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/actions/limpieza-de-la-presa-bonnevil/) - Únete al llamado para la limpieza del sitio Superfund en esta popular zona de pesca en el río Columbia, ubicada a solo 35 millas río arriba del área metropolitana de Portland-Vancouver.
- [Take Action for Fish Passage](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/actions/take-action-for-fish-passage/) - NMFS: hold PacifiCorp accountable and prioritize Lewis River fish passage.
- [Take Action: Bonneville Dam Cleanup](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/actions/clean-up-bonneville-dam/) - PETITION: Join the call for cleanup of the Superfund site at this popular fishing area on the Columbia, located just 35 miles upriver from the Portland-Vancouver metro area.
- [Take Action: Support Fee Increases on Radioactive Waste Transport Through Oregon](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/actions/take-action-support-increased-transport-fees-for-radioactive-waste/) - In anticipation of increased shipments of radioactive waste from the Hanford Nuclear Site, Oregon Dept. of Energy (“ODOE”) is proposing changes and fee increases for carriers of radioactive material through the state.
- [Take Action: No Underwater Power Line](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/actions/take-action-no-underwater-power-line-wa/) - Tell Governor Ferguson to oppose the Cascade Renewable Transmission project and protect the Columbia River from becoming a transmission corridor.
- [Protect Pushpum](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/actions/take-action-goldendale/) - Protect the sacred land, medicines, and traditions of Pushpum from destruction.
- [Defend Progress For Salmon Recovery and Dam Removal](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/actions/legislated-to-extinction/) - Several proposed federal laws attempt to undermine salmon recovery, energy modernization, commitments to Northwest Tribes. Sign the petition.
- [Stay Informed: Data Centers](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/actions/data-center/)
- [Take Action: Oppose Public-Land Giveaway for Data Center Water Use](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/actions/take-action-oppose-public-land-giveaway-for-data-center-water-use/)
- [Take Action: Cold Water for Salmon](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/actions/take-action-cold-water-for-salmon/)
- [Governor Ferguson: No New Gas Pipelines](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/actions/governor-ferguson-no-new-gas-pipelines/)
- [Transmission Cable Under the Columbia: Stay Informed](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/actions/transmission-cable-stay-informed/) - Photo Credit: David Moskowitz
- [Nuclear Power: a False Solution to the Climate Crisis](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/actions/nuclear-power-smnrs/) - PETITION: The nuclear power industry would like you to believe that Small Modular Nuclear Reactors (SMNRs) are a magic bullet to solve the climate crisis.
- [Take Action: Port Westward](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/actions/take-action-port-westward/) - So much is at stake. We are counting on DEQ to prevent the NEXT spill before it starts. NEXT: Water Quality Disaster Tell DEQ and Gov. Kotek to protect the Columbia River and our climate from NEXT’s pollution and greenwashing. Why DEQ Should Deny NEXT’s Water Quality Permit

## Campaigns

- [Stand Up to Data Centers](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/campaigns/data-center-expansion/) - Resources:
- [Water Quality Monitoring](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/campaigns/water-quality-monitoring/) - State and federal agencies collect very little site-specific data to help you decide how safe a particular part of the Columbia is for swimming.
- [Bonneville Fish Game](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/campaigns/bonneville-dam-fish-game/) - The “Bonneville Fish Game” helps to understand the toxic pollution at Bonneville Dam, how it affects fish and communities, and why cleanup matters.
- [Bonneville Dam Cleanup](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/campaigns/bonneville-dam-cleanup/) - Take Action Limpieza de la presa Bonneville Superfund a nuevamente seguro better version de Sitio tóxico a un lugar seguroEn Espanol Aprender Más
- [Factory Farms](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/campaigns/factory-farms/) - The expansion of large-scale dairy operations in Oregon poses increasing risks to human health and the environment.
- [Lewis River Fish Passage](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/campaigns/lewis-river-fish-passage/) - Dams are preventing Lewis River salmon and steelhead from reaching their native spawning streams.
- [Cold Water for Salmon](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/campaigns/restore-cold-water/) - Using science and the Clean Water Act to ratchet up pressure on the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (Corps) to reduce heat pollution caused by its dams.
- [No Underwater Power Line](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/campaigns/no-underwater-power-line/) - Cascade Renewable wants to bury and operate a transmission cable under the Columbia River from the Dalles to Portland. Our goal: ensure federal and state decisionmakers protect the salmon and river health.
- [Protect Pushpum](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/campaigns/protect-pushpum-goldendale-pumped-storage/) - This Development Doesn’t Add Up The ill-conceived location racks up development costs; slows down our green energy transition; and is not necessary to meet the region’s decarbonization goals. The environmental and cultural value of Pushpum is incalculable. Destroying these lands would be an irrecoverable blow to the biodiversity that benefits everyone. What's Next? Despite the
- [High-Level Waste Reclassification](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/campaigns/high-level-waste-reclassification/) - Columbia Riverkeeper works to create public spaces to raise awareness about pertinent issues at the Hanford Nuclear Site. The contamination in Hanford’s Central Plateau, where the tanks are located, will last for millions of years and pose a risk to groundwater and the people who would use it—a harmful poison pill that will take generations
- [Austin Point Industrial Development](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/campaigns/austin-point-industrial-development/) - The Port of Woodland intends to develop farmlands and riparian habitat at the confluence of the Lewis and Columbia rivers, near the Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge, into a deep-water industrial port and rail loop.
- [Williams' Pipe Dreams](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/campaigns/williams-pipeline/) - Stopping New Gas Pipelines in Washington Williams has floated two major expansion projects that would involve hundreds of miles of new pipeline in Washington, and bring 700 million cubic feet of new gas to the state per day. Burning this gas would emit 13.5 million metric tons of CO2 per year and increase Washington’s annual emissions by about 14 percent. The
- [Protect Pushpum - Media Hub](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/campaigns/media-hub-pushpum/) - Known to the Yakama Nation as “mother of all roots,” Pushpum is a sacred site for Yakama Nation ceremonies, legends, and gathering of traditional roots and medicines. Rye Development proposes to permanently destroy Pushpum by building the Goldendale Pumped Storage development, the largest such development proposal in the Pacific Northwest.
- [Columbia Gorge Youth Education](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/campaigns/columbia-gorge-youth-education/) - Through our education program we engage students and families in restoring a former industrial site to promote environmental education among diverse communities. As a place-based organization, the Nichols Natural Area, serves as our field-based classroom for students.
- [GTN Xpress Fracked Gas Expansion](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/campaigns/gtn-xpress-fracked-gas-pipeline/) - GTN Xpress is a fossil fuel industry scheme to pump more fracked gas into an existing pipeline that cuts across the Northwest. In 2019, TC Energy proposed an expansion to its Gas Transmission Northwest (GTN) pipeline—we put up a fight that garnered massive opposition. GTN Xpress expanded pipeline capacity by 150,000 dekatherms per day—the equivalent
- [NEXT Energy Refinery](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/campaigns/nxt-energy-refinery/) - A proposed non-conventional diesel refinery would be one of Oregon’s largest greenhouse gas emitters. With farmers and community members, we are defending the Columbia River Estuary and our climate. What's NEXT: A massive, polluting refinery in the sensitive Columbia River Estuary at Port Westward. The Problem Houston-based company NEXT Renewable Fuels’ (NEXT) wants to build
- [Zenith Oil-by-Rail](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/campaigns/zenith-oil-by-rail/) - Timeline of Events: December 2017: Zenith takes over and begins transporting crude oil and tar sands by rail Mid-late 2018: Zenith increases rail unloading rack capacity (four-fold) resulting in increased throughput (oil moving through the facility) in following years October 2019: City of Portland denies Zenith’s request to build three pipes beneath Front Ave. January
- [Enforce the Law](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/campaigns/enforce-the-law/) - Thousands of pipes release pollution into the Columbia. The Problem The Columbia River basin, an area the size of France, accumulates pollution from industry, wastewater treatment plants, and runoff from agricultural lands, logging, industrial sites, nuclear sites, and city streets. As a result, the Columbia River is severely degraded by pollution. Toxic pollution threatens the
- [Prevent Pollution](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/campaigns/pollution-prevention/) - Preventing pollution at the source offers critical opportunities to keep toxics out of the Columbia River. Do your part to advocate for pollution prevention and learn about personal choices to support clean water.
- [Small Modular Nuclear Reactors](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/campaigns/small-modular-nuclear-reactors/) - The nuclear power industry would like you to believe that Small Modular Nuclear Reactors (SMNRs) are a magic bullet to solve the climate crisis. Our opinion: SMNRs are a false solution that diverts funding from proven renewable energy technologies that are safer, less expensive, and faster to deploy. Despite major drawbacks to nuclear energy, the
- [Harmful Algal Blooms](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/campaigns/harmful-algal-blooms/) - Sick dogs, scummy water, and distressing media stories. Algal blooms are becoming more common in the Columbia River.
- [Snake River Dam Removal](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/campaigns/snake-river-dam-removal/) - Now is the time to restore abundant salmon by removing the four Lower Snake River Dams Sign our petition to help restore the Snake River. Act Now The Snake River Should Be Home to Abundant, Harvestable Salmon Runs Historically, the Snake River produced between one-third and one-half of the Columbia’s salmon, including millions of Chinook,
- [River Restoration & Cleanups](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/campaigns/river-restoration-cleanups/) - Want to get dirty for a good cause? Join a Riverkeeper-hosted cleanup in your community.
- [Pollution Prevention Curriculum](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/campaigns/pollution-prevention-curriculum/) - We offer four free, easy-to-implement science units that tackle important environmental issues and inspire action by empowering students with the tools to make a difference. Students will learn to define problems, evaluate evidence, and develop their own solutions.
- [River Corridor & Groundwater Cleanup](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/campaigns/river-corridor-groundwater-cleanup/) - Columbia Riverkeeper works to create public spaces to raise awareness about pertinent issues at the Hanford Nuclear Site. The U.S. Department of Energy (Energy) must address pollution near the Columbia in a way that protects human health and the environment. Cleanup plans should be informed by Tribes’ rights to use Hanford, including areas very close
- [Stop Oil Spills](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/campaigns/dam-oil-leaks/) - Columbia Riverkeeper uses the Clean Water Act to keep toxic oil pollution from large hydroelectric dams out of the river. The massive hydroelectric dams blocking the Columbia and Snake Rivers are like large factories submerged in the water. These factories are old. They leak and discharge toxic oil, and that oil goes into our rivers.
- [Tank Leaks](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/campaigns/tank-leaks/) - Columbia Riverkeeper works to create public spaces to raise awareness about pertinent issues at the Hanford Nuclear Site. The U.S. Department of Energy (Energy) and the U.S. Department of Ecology (Ecology) should move swiftly to implement and accelerate efforts to prevent future tank leaks at Hanford, respond to leaks where they occur, and address tanks
- [Free Youth Education Programs](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/campaigns/free-youth-education-programs/) - We work with Yakama Nation to offer free educational programming at schools on and near the Yakama Reservation. Contact simone@columbiariverkeeper.org to learn more, plus us our story map in the classroom. Water's Walk Through Hanford Storymap Ready to take action? Sign the Petition

## Media Links

- [Comment: BPA adds to long history of poor resource management](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/comment-bpa-adds-to-long-history-of-poor-resource-management/)
- [Bonneville Dam Fish Advisory in Spanish](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/bonneville-dam-fish-advisory-in-spanish/)
- [Army Corps must face suit over approving construction on Columbia River diesel refinery](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/army-corps-must-face-suit-over-approving-construction-on-columbia-river-diesel-refinery/)
- [Environment, social justice groups withdraw support for governor’s key groundwater protection bill](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/environment-social-justice-groups-withdraw-support-for-governors-key-groundwater-protection-bill/) - June 10, 2025, Oregon Capital Chronicle
- [Trump Ends Protections, Funding For Columbia River Basin](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/trump-ends-protections-funding-for-columbia-river-basin/) - June 13, 2025, Law360
- [Trump halts efforts to tear out Snake River dams in Eastern Washington](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/trump-halts-efforts-to-tear-out-snake-river-dams-in-eastern-washington/) - June 13, 2025, Tri-City Herald
- [Columbia Riverkeeper sues Energy Department over Hanford Site plans](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/columbia-riverkeeper-sues-energy-department-over-hanford-site-plans/) - June 17, 2025, KOIN News
- [Columbia Riverkeeper files lawsuit over Hanford cleanup initiative](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/columbia-riverkeeper-files-lawsuit-over-hanford-cleanup-initiative/) - June 17, 2025, NBC News
- [Conservation group sues DOE over public records for Hanford clean energy initiative](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/conservation-group-sues-doe-over-public-records-for-hanford-clean-energy-initiative/) - June 17, 2025, TriCities Business Journal
- [Some fish around Bonneville Dam remain unsafe to eat](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/some-fish-around-bonneville-dam-remain-unsafe-to-eat/) - June 23, 2025, Public News Service
- [Nuclear energy push stalls out, but opponents sense a ‘shift’ in Oregon](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/nuclear-energy-push-stalls-out-but-opponents-sense-a-shift-in-oregon/) - June 26, 2025, Oregon Public Broadcasting
- [Energy Secretary Wright ‘passionately’ ignorant about Northwest hydropower](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/energy-secretary-wright-passionately-ignorant-about-northwest-hydropower/) - July 2, 2025, The Hill
- [Wash. Seafood Plant, Steel Shop Slapped With CWA Suits](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/wash-seafood-plant-steel-shop-slapped-with-cwa-suits/) - July 8, 2025, Law360
- [Advocate shares concerns about potential small-scale nuclear reactors in the Pacific Northwest](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/advocate-shares-concerns-about-potential-small-scale-nuclear-reactors-in-the-pacific-northwest/) - July 16, 2025, OPB: Think Out Loud
- [FERC Says Pacific NW Pipeline Approval Was By The Book](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/ferc-says-pacific-nw-pipeline-approval-was-by-the-book/) - Law360, January 30, 2025
- [Board upholds water permit for Goldendale pump-storage project](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/board-upholds-water-permit-for-goldendale-pump-storage-project/) - Capital Press, January 30, 2025
- [Revitalizing the Snake River Basin: How Helping One River’s Distressed Fish, People, and Power Helps Build the Nation](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/revitalizing-the-snake-river-basin-how-helping-one-rivers-distressed-fish-people-and-power-helps-build-the-nation/) - Center for American Progress, Jan. 29, 2025
- [Fueling Portland’s Future: Renewable Fuels Come Under the Microscope at City Hall](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/revitalizing-the-snake-river-basin-how-helping-one-rivers-distressed-fish-people-and-power-helps-build-the-nation-2/) - Portland Mercury, March 12, 2025
- [Amazon's Nuclear Gamble](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/revitalizing-the-snake-river-basin-how-helping-one-rivers-distressed-fish-people-and-power-helps-build-the-nation-2-2/) - KIRO 7, February 26, 2025
- [A Renewable Diesel Plant May Put the Columbia River at Risk](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/revitalizing-the-snake-river-basin-how-helping-one-rivers-distressed-fish-people-and-power-helps-build-the-nation-2-2-2/) - High Country News, March 1, 2025
- [Opponents pack DEQ public hearing on Zenith air quality permit](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/opponents-pack-deq-public-hearing-on-zenith-air-quality-permit/) - May 13, 2025, The Oregonian
- [Environmentalists worry changes to Endangered Species Act will hurt more wildlife than the spotted owl](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/environmentalists-worry-changes-to-endangered-species-act-will-hurt-more-wildlife-than-the-spotted-owl/) - May 13, 2025, The Columbian
- [Columbia River Gorge Commission avoids total defunding, but receives less than requested](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/columbia-river-gorge-commission-avoids-total-defunding-but-receives-less-than-requested/) - April 29, 2025, KGW
- [Major Agreement Reached Over Nuclear Waste](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/revitalizing-the-snake-river-basin-how-helping-one-rivers-distressed-fish-people-and-power-helps-build-the-nation-2-2-2-2/) - Columbia Insight, February 6, 2025
- [Corps, state to partner in dam studies](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/corps-state-to-partner-in-dam-studies/) - The Lewiston Tribune, November 5, 2024
- [State puts hold on Zenith Energy’s controversial air permit process in surprise move](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/state-puts-hold-on-zenith-energys-controversial-air-permit-process-in-surprise-move/)
- [Oregon regulators side with renewable diesel developers at Port Westward near Clatskanie](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/oregon-regulators-side-with-renewable-diesel-developers-at-port-westward-near-clatskanie/) - OPB News, December 5, 2024.
- [Nuclear power proposal on Columbia River raises alarm](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/nuclear-power-proposal-on-columbia-river-raises-alarm/) - Public News Service, December 2, 2024.
- [Environmental advocates’ letter puts city ‘on notice’ over Zenith Energy](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/environmental-advocates-letter-puts-city-on-notice-over-zenith-energy/) - Street Roots, December 17, 2024
- [Columbia Riverkeeper welcomes new board members](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/columbia-riverkeeper-welcomes-new-board-members/) - Columbia Gorge News, December 18, 2024
- [Oregon approves key permit for controversial biofuel refinery on Columbia River](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/oregon-approves-key-permit-for-controversial-biofuel-refinery-on-columbia-river/) - Oregonian, January 9, 2025
- [Trump energy orders could play role in salmon and steelhead debate](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/trump-energy-orders-could-play-role-in-salmon-and-steelhead-debate/) - The Lewiston Tribune, January 24, 2025
- [The ‘Six Sovereigns’ are fighting for the Columbia River basin’s future. Who are they?](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/the-six-sovereigns-are-fighting-for-the-columbia-river-basins-future-who-are-they/) - TriCity Herald, January 27, 2025
- [Volunteer opportunities presented at the Columbia Gorge Women’s Action Network meeting](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/volunteer-opportunities-presented-at-the-columbia-gorge-womens-action-network-meeting/) - Columbia Gorge News, January 29, 2025
- [Controversial Diesel Plant Near Clatskanie Gets DEQ Water Permit](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/controversial-diesel-plant-near-clatskanie-gets-deq-water-permit/) - Willamette Week, January 8, 2025
- [Tribes, environmentalists gather forces against Amazon’s Northwest nuclear plan](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/tribes-environmentalists-gather-forces-against-amazons-northwest-nuclear-plan/) - OPB, January 6, 2025
- [Trump says a ‘valve’ can solve California’s water woes. Experts say it’s not true](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/trump-says-a-valve-can-solve-californias-water-woes-experts-say-its-not-true/) - Washington Post, January 23, 2025
- [Proposed refinery on Columbia River draws objections from public ](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/proposed-refinery-on-columbia-river-draws-objections-from-public/) - MSN, November 3, 2024
- [Zenith likely to expand, continue to store volatile fuels in Portland even as it cuts crude oil](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/zenith-likely-to-expand-continue-to-store-volatile-fuels-in-portland-even-as-it-cuts-crude-oil/) - The Oregonian, April 8, 2024
- [Neighbors call on state commission to intervene in Zenith Energy plans](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/neighbors-call-on-state-commission-to-intervene-in-zenith-energy-plans/) - Portland Tribune, April 8, 2024
- [Editorial: Small nuclear plants may be key to state’s energy mix](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/editorial-small-nuclear-plants-may-be-key-to-states-energy-mix/) - The Everett Herald, April 2, 2024
- [WA governor urged to veto $25M for nuclear power project](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/wa-governor-urged-to-veto-25m-for-nuclear-power-project/) - Washington State Standard, March 27, 2024
- [Portland Elections Office Finds Zenith Energy Violated City Lobbying Rules](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/portland-elections-office-finds-zenith-energy-violated-city-lobbying-rules/) - Portland Mercury, March 26, 2024
- [A return after seven decades: Inside the Yakama Nation’s elk hunt on the Hanford Reach](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/a-return-after-seven-decades-inside-the-yakama-nations-elk-hunt-on-the-hanford-reach/) - NWPB, March 21, 2024
- [Developing: NXTClean Fuels asks port for rent reduction](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/developing-nxtclean-fuels-asks-port-for-rent-reduction/) - The Chronicle, March 19, 2024
- [Salmon Wars episode 2](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/salmon-wars-episode-2/) - The treaties, featuring Columbia Riverkeeper Board President Emily Washines, OPB, March 13, 2024,
- [Emily Washines and Bill Arthur: A bold blueprint for salmon restoration in the Columbia River Basin puts region on the right course](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/emily-washines-and-bill-arthur-a-bold-blueprint-for-salmon-restoration-in-the-columbia-river-basin-puts-region-on-the-right-course/) - The Spokesman-Review, March 9, 2024
- [Developing: NXTClean Fuels asks port for rent reduction](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/developing-nxtclean-fuels-asks-port-for-rent-reduction-2/) - The Columbia County Chronicle and Chief, March 6, 202
- [Tribes, governments sign historic agreement that's a 'path forward' for salmon, dams](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/tribes-governments-sign-historic-agreement-thats-a-path-forward-for-salmon-dams/) - Northwest Public Broadcasting, February 23, 2024
- [PNW tribal nations, states sign historic Columbia Basin agreement with U.S](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/pnw-tribal-nations-states-sign-historic-columbia-basin-agreement-with-u-s/) - The Seattle Times, February 23, 2024
- [White House celebrates $1B deal to save Columbia River Basin salmon](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/white-house-celebrates-1b-deal-to-save-columbia-river-basin-salmon/) - E&E News, February 23, 2024
- [Northwest tribes, Washington and Oregon sign Columbia River salmon agreement at the White House](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/northwest-tribes-washington-and-oregon-sign-columbia-river-salmon-agreement-at-the-white-house/) - The Spokesman-Review, February 23, 2024
- [White House, Tribes Hail 'Historic' Deal to Restore Pacific NW Salmon Runs](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/white-house-tribes-hail-historic-deal-to-restore-pacific-nw-salmon-runs/) - VOA News, February 23, 2024
- [New ‘Give for the Gorge’ Program Launches to Support Local Nonprofits](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/new-give-for-the-gorge-program-launches-to-support-local-nonprofits/) - CCC News, February 21, 2024
- [FERC recommends energy project with conditions](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/ferc-recommends-energy-project-with-conditions/) - The Goldendale Sentinel, February 14, 2024
- [Controversial energy project in southern Washington state moves closer to breaking ground](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/controversial-energy-project-in-southern-washington-state-moves-closer-to-breaking-ground/) - OPB, February 10, 2024
- [Oregon’s U.S. District Court Approves Long-Term Pause of Snake River Litigation, Allowing Columbia River Restoration to Move Forward](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/oregons-u-s-district-court-approves-long-term-pause-of-snake-river-litigation-allowing-columbia-river-restoration-to-move-forward/) - Earthjustice, February 8, 2024
- [Troubled waters: Talks intensify about future of Lower Snake River dams](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/troubled-waters-talks-intensify-about-future-of-lower-snake-river-dams/) - Union-Bulletin, February 3, 2024
- [Readers Celebrate Mighty Women of Oregon](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/readers-celebrate-mighty-women-of-oregon/) - Oregon Quarterly, February 2, 2024
- [FisherPoets Events Calendar](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/fisherpoets-events-calendar/) - Our Coast, February 2024’ Past event schedule
- [Tom Bailie, the Nuclear Conscience for the ‘Hanford Downwinders,’ Dies at 76](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/tom-bailie-the-nuclear-conscience-for-the-hanford-downwinders-dies-at-76/) - The Wall Street Journal, February 1, 2024
- [The collapse of NuScale’s project should spell the end for small modular nuclear reactors](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/the-collapse-of-nuscales-project-should-spell-the-end-for-small-modular-nuclear-reactors/) - Utility Dive, January 31, 2024
- [Riverkeepers are the protectors of our watersheds](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/riverkeepers-are-the-protectors-of-our-watersheds/) - WestLinn Tidings, January 25, 2024
- [WATER BATTERIES: Pumped storage hydropower plants can bank energy for times when wind and solar power fall short](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/water-batteries-pumped-storage-hydropower-plants-can-bank-energy-for-times-when-wind-and-solar-power-fall-short/) - Science Magazine, January 25, 2024
- [WA communities unite to keep Hanford nuclear site cleanup on track](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/wa-communities-unite-to-keep-hanford-nuclear-site-cleanup-on-track/) - Public News Service, January 18, 2024
- [Comunidades de WA unidas para continuar limpieza del sitio nuclear de Hanford](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/comunidades-de-wa-unidas-para-continuar-limpieza-del-sitio-nuclear-de-hanford/) - Servicio Público de Noticias, January 18, 2024
- [Biden Urged to Use Obscure Law to Thwart TC Energy Pacific Northwest Pipeline Expansion](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/biden-urged-to-use-obscure-law-to-thwart-tc-energy-pacific-northwest-pipeline-expansion/) - EnergyNow.Ca, January 17, 2024
- [Push to clean up Columbia River site faster after Superfund designation](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/push-to-clean-up-columbia-river-site-faster-after-superfund-designation/) - Public News Service, January 17, 2024
- [Biden Urged to Use Obscure Law to Thwart Pacific Northwest Pipeline Expansion](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/biden-urged-to-use-obscure-law-to-thwart-pacific-northwest-pipeline-expansion/) - Bloomberg, January 16, 2024
- [¿PacifiCorp cumplirá sus promesas de recuperación de peces?](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/pacificorp-cumplira-sus-promesas-de-recuperacion-de-peces/) - Public News Service, January 16, 2024
- [Salmon at a Crossroads: Sense of Place January 17th](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/salmon-at-a-crossroads-sense-of-place-january-17th/) - CCC News, January 3, 2024
- [Gas pipeline expansion could fuel Pacific north-west climate emergencies](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/gas-pipeline-expansion-could-fuel-pacific-north-west-climate-emergencies/) - The Guardian, December 19, 2023
- [Tech Acquisition Company Cancels Merger with NXTClean Fuels](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/tech-acquisition-company-cancels-merger-with-nxtclean-fuels/) - Formerly NEXT Renewable Fuels, Oregon Business, November 8, 2023
- [Over 250 People Attend Dia de los Muertos Celebration in The Dalles](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/over-250-people-attend-dia-de-los-muertos-celebration-in-the-dalles/) - CCC News, November 3, 2023
- [Clean energy, not expanding gas pipeline](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/clean-energy-not-expanding-gas-pipeline/) - is WA’s future, The Seattle Times, October 30, 2023
- [Feds OK natural gas pipeline expansion in Pacific Northwest over environmentalist protests](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/feds-ok-natural-gas-pipeline-expansion-in-pacific-northwest-over-environmentalist-protests/) - AP News, October 29, 2023
- [Federal Regulators Approve GTN Xpress Pipeline Expansion Despite Opposition](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/federal-regulators-approve-gtn-xpress-pipeline-expansion-despite-opposition/) - Pipeline Journal, October 23, 2023
- [FERC approves wave of gas projects as Democrats fume](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/ferc-approves-wave-of-gas-projects-as-democrats-fume/) - PoliticoPro, October 20, 2023
- [Expansion of Pacific Northwest Natural Gas Pipeline Gets Go Ahead](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/expansion-of-pacific-northwest-natural-gas-pipeline-gets-go-ahead/) - Seattle Times, October 19, 2023
- [Local Leaders, Climate Groups Blast FERC Approval of Fracked Gas Pipeline Expansion](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/local-leaders-climate-groups-blast-ferc-approval-of-fracked-gas-pipeline-expansion/) - Common Dreams, October 19, 2023
- [EEUU aprueba proyecto para expansión de un gasoducto en el noroeste del país](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/eeuu-aprueba-proyecto-para-expansion-de-un-gasoducto-en-el-noroeste-del-pais/) - San Diego Union Tribune, October 19, 2023
- [OK of disputed NW gas pipeline expansion brings dismay from activists and senators](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/ok-of-disputed-nw-gas-pipeline-expansion-brings-dismay-from-activists-and-senators/) - cheers from Chavez-DeRemer, KTVZ, October 19, 2023
- [Federal regulators approve natural gas pipeline expansion through Oregon](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/federal-regulators-approve-natural-gas-pipeline-expansion-through-oregon/) - Washington, Oregon Capital Chronicle, October 19, 2023
- [Pacific Northwest gas pipeline expansion approved by federal regulators](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/pacific-northwest-gas-pipeline-expansion-approved-by-federal-regulators/) - Jefferson Public Radio, October 19, 2023
- [Feds approve big natural gas pipeline expansion in Pacific Northwest](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/feds-approve-big-natural-gas-pipeline-expansion-in-pacific-northwest/) - Portland Business Journal, October 19, 2023
- [Federal regulators approve natural gas pipeline expansion in the Pacific Northwest](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/federal-regulators-approve-natural-gas-pipeline-expansion-in-the-pacific-northwest/) - PBS, October 19, 2023
- [U.S FERC approves expansion of TC Energy's GTN XPress Project](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/u-s-ferc-approves-expansion-of-tc-energys-gtn-xpress-project/) - Reuters, October 19, 2023
- [Federal commission approves expansion of Northwest pipeline over senators’ objections](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/federal-commission-approves-expansion-of-northwest-pipeline-over-senators-objections/) - The Hill, October 19, 2023
- [FERC Approves Gas Pipeline Expansion in Pacific Northwest](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/ferc-approves-gas-pipeline-expansion-in-pacific-northwest/) - DeSmog, October 19, 2023
- [Pacific Northwest Gas Proposal Highlights FERC Balancing Act](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/pacific-northwest-gas-proposal-highlights-ferc-balancing-act/) - Bloomberg Law, October 17, 2023
- [Pacific Northwest Gas Proposal Highlights FERC Balancing Act](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/pacific-northwest-gas-proposal-highlights-ferc-balancing-act-2/) - Bloomberg, October 17, 2023
- [Snake River Salmon Are in Crisis — But a Turning Point May Be Near](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/snake-river-salmon-are-in-crisis-but-a-turning-point-may-be-near/) - EarthJustice, October 12, 2023
- [Newhouse chides Biden administration on Columbia River salmon memo](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/newhouse-chides-biden-administration-on-columbia-river-salmon-memo/) - The Center Square, October 5, 2023
- [Discover Nature's Secrets: Sense of Place Series Returns for Season 14 in Hood River](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/discover-natures-secrets-sense-of-place-series-returns-for-season-14-in-hood-river/) - Columbia Community Connection, October 2, 2023
- [Portland Youths Call for Local, State Climate Action at Annual Climate Strike](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/portland-youths-call-for-local-state-climate-action-at-annual-climate-strike/) - Portland Mercury, September 15, 2023
- [Port of Vancouver USA, Columbia Riverkeeper reach agreement settlement](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/port-of-vancouver-usa-columbia-riverkeeper-reach-agreement-settlement/) - Vancouver Business Journal, September 14, 2023
- [This small town in Oregon embraces green energy after fossil fuel disaster](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/this-small-town-in-oregon-embraces-green-energy-after-fossil-fuel-disaster/) - OPB, August 15, 2023
- [Easterday Family Abandons Boardman Mega-Dairy Plan](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/easterday-family-abandons-boardman-mega-dairy-plan/) - Oregon Business, August 11, 2023
- [Snake River sockeye run sputters](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/snake-river-sockeye-run-sputters/) - The Spokesman-Review, August 4, 2023
- [NEXT pulls railyard application, plans to refile](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/next-pulls-railyard-application-plans-to-refile/) - The Chief, July 28, 2023
- [East Coast Explosion Reason to Deny NW Pipeline Expansion](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/east-coast-explosion-reason-to-deny-nw-pipeline-expansion/) - Public News Service, July 26, 2023
- [Groups plan to sue to remove Snake River dams over hot water troubles for salmon](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/groups-plan-to-sue-to-remove-snake-river-dams-over-hot-water-troubles-for-salmon/) - OPB, July 25, 2023
- [Threatened lawsuit targets 4 Snake River dams over warm water](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/threatened-lawsuit-targets-4-snake-river-dams-over-warm-water/) - Seattle Times, July 24, 2023
- [Tribes raise objections to renewable energy project in Columbia River Gorge](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/tribes-raise-objections-to-renewable-energy-project-in-columbia-river-gorge/) - KGW8, July 23, 2023
- [Riverkeeper welcomes new member to board of directors](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/riverkeeper-welcomes-new-member-to-board-of-directors/) - Columbia Gorge News, July 19, 2023
- [Mosier Community School awarded over $860,000 in federal funding for solar energy, efficiency project](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/mosier-community-school-awarded-over-860000-in-federal-funding-for-solar-energy-efficiency-project/) - Columbia Gorge News, July 11, 2023
- [11 things to do this week: Flutes in the Garden](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/11-things-to-do-this-week-flutes-in-the-garden/) - Oregonian, July 5, 2023
- [Columbia Riverkeeper Work Party](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/columbia-riverkeeper-work-party/) - Columbia Gorge News, July 3, 2023
- [How to safely swim in Portland's rivers](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/how-to-safely-swim-in-portlands-rivers/) - Axios, June 30, 2023
- [Climate in the Gorge: 4 ways emissions, warming hurt national scenic area](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/climate-in-the-gorge-4-ways-emissions-warming-hurt-national-scenic-area/) - June 27, 2023
- [A nuclear site is on tribes’ ancestral lands. Their voices are being left out on key cleanup talks](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/a-nuclear-site-is-on-tribes-ancestral-lands-their-voices-are-being-left-out-on-key-cleanup-talks/) - AP News, June 22, 2023
- [Oregon County Sues Fossil Fuel Companies Over 2021 Heat Dome](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/oregon-county-sues-fossil-fuel-companies-over-2021-heat-dome/) - NY Times, June 22, 2023
- [A nuclear site is on tribes’ ancestral lands. Their voices are being left out on key cleanup talks](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/a-nuclear-site-is-on-tribes-ancestral-lands-their-voices-are-being-left-out-on-key-cleanup-talks-2/) - AP News, June 22, 2023
- [Oregon County Sues Fossil Fuel Companies Over 2021 Heat Dome](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/oregon-county-sues-fossil-fuel-companies-over-2021-heat-dome-2/) - NY Times, June 22, 2023
- [Opposition Grows for Expanded NW Pipeline as Decision Nears](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/opposition-grows-for-expanded-nw-pipeline-as-decision-nears/) - Public News Service, June 15, 2023
- [‘We are committed’ Portland kayakers protest Zenith Energy](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/we-are-committed-portland-kayakers-protest-zenith-energy/) - KOIN News, June 2023
- [Climate Activists To Protest Zenith Oil Along the Willamette River](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/climate-activists-to-protest-zenith-oil-along-the-willamette-river/) - Portland Mercury, June 9, 2023
- [‘It’s going to take all of us’ – Yakama Nation youth learn about Hanford’s legacy](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/its-going-to-take-all-of-us-yakama-nation-youth-learn-about-hanfords-legacy/) - NPR, June 8, 2023
- [LTE: Pipeline poses a threat](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/lte-pipeline-poses-a-threat/) - Columbia Gorge News, June 7, 2023
- [Climate Orgs Launch Week of Action to End the Era of Fossil Fuels](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/climate-orgs-launch-week-of-action-to-end-the-era-of-fossil-fuels/) - Common Dreams, June 7, 2023
- [EPA Meets with Environmentalists](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/epa-meets-with-environmentalists/) - Daily Tidings, June 6, 2023
- [Officers encourage safe water recreation in the Gorge (Swim Guide mention)](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/officers-encourage-safe-water-recreation-in-the-gorge-swim-guide-mention/) - Hood River News, June 6, 2023
- [Clark Public Utilities board decides to join nuclear power feasibility study](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/clark-public-utilities-board-decides-to-join-nuclear-power-feasibility-study/) - The Columbian, June 6, 2023
- [Four tribal chairs: We need a Columbia Basin Initiative for salmon, tribes and energy](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/four-tribal-chairs-we-need-a-columbia-basin-initiative-for-salmon-tribes-and-energy/) - The Spokesman-Review, June 4, 2023
- [Environmentalists meet with EPA to discuss emergency action on northeast Oregon water contamination](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/environmentalists-meet-with-epa-to-discuss-emergency-action-on-northeast-oregon-water-contamination/) - Oregon Capital Chronicle, June 1, 2023
- [A Poisonous Cold War Legacy That Defies a Solution](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/a-poisonous-cold-war-legacy-that-defies-a-solution/) - The New York Times, May 31, 2023
- [Locus Focus Interview with Columbia Riverkeeper Executive Director](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/locus-focus-interview-with-columbia-riverkeeper-executive-director/) - KBOO, May 15, 2023
- [Op Ed: The New Landscape for Fighting Fossil Fuel Infrastructure](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/op-ed-the-new-landscape-for-fighting-fossil-fuel-infrastructure/) - Ecowatch, May 12, 2023
- [Federal regulators want public input on Goldendale Energy Storage Project](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/federal-regulators-want-public-input-on-goldendale-energy-storage-project/) - KNKX, May 1, 2023
- [FERC staff endorses Goldendale energy project in Washington](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/ferc-staff-endorses-goldendale-energy-project-in-washington/) - Capital Press, April 30, 2023
- [Letter to the Editor: Pipeline Threatens Our Safety](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/letter-to-the-editor-pipeline-threatens-our-safety/) - Spokane Faves, April 24, 2023
- [Gorge energy storage project, opposed by tribes, backed in draft federal report](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/gorge-energy-storage-project-opposed-by-tribes-backed-in-draft-federal-report/) - Portland Business Journal, April 19, 2023
- [Opinion: We Deserve Healthy Fish, Clean Water](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/opinion-we-deserve-healthy-fish-clean-water/) - Columbia Gorge News, April 12, 2023
- [Amazon strikes renewable power deal for Oregon data centers, won’t say how much it’s buying](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/amazon-strikes-renewable-power-deal-for-oregon-data-centers-wont-say-how-much-its-buying/) - Oregonian, April 11, 2023
- [Army Corps Settles Environmental Suit About Columbia River Dams](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/army-corps-settles-environmental-suit-about-columbia-river-dams/) - Bloomberg Law, March 24, 2023
- [Gales Creek resident joins Columbia Riverkeeper board](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/gales-creek-resident-joins-columbia-riverkeeper-board/) - Gales Creek Journal, March 22, 2023
- [A year after Superfund designation, Bradford Island cleanup hasn’t started](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/a-year-after-superfund-designation-bradford-island-cleanup-hasnt-started/) - OPB, March 17, 2023
- [Atomic Bamboozle' documents 'false promises' of new nuclear tech](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/atomic-bamboozle-documents-false-promises-of-new-nuclear-tech/) - Public News Service, March 10, 2023
- [Environmental and faith groups oppose plans to pump more gas through an Inland Northwest pipeline](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/environmental-and-faith-groups-oppose-plans-to-pump-more-gas-through-an-inland-northwest-pipeline/) - The Inlander, March 2, 2023
- [Gas pipeline expansion would hurt Northwest climate goals, say opponents, Public News Service](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/gas-pipeline-expansion-would-hurt-northwest-climate-goals-say-opponents-public-news-service/) - March 1, 2023
- [Green colonialism is flooding the Pacific Northwest](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/green-colonialism-is-flooding-the-pacific-northwest/) - High Country News, February 28, 2023
- [Zenith Energy is moving more crude, diesel through Portland](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/zenith-energy-is-moving-more-crude-diesel-through-portland/) - Oregonian, February 22, 2023
- [Why a Houston company sees Oregon as its key in the race to replace fossil fuels](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/why-a-houston-company-sees-oregon-as-its-key-in-the-race-to-replace-fossil-fuels/) - Houston Chronicle, February 17, 2023
- [Northwest climate activists fight a new front in the movement to stop fossil fuels](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/northwest-climate-activists-fight-a-new-front-in-the-movement-to-stop-fossil-fuels/) - Waging Nonviolence, February 17, 2023
- [Insider chosen to lead Oregon Department of Environmental Quality](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/insider-chosen-to-lead-oregon-department-of-environmental-quality/) - Oregon Capital Chronicle, February 10, 2023
- [Oregon Department of Environmental Quality names new director](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/oregon-department-of-environmental-quality-names-new-director/) - OPB, February 10, 2023
- [Coming... To A Pipeline Near You?](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/coming-to-a-pipeline-near-you/) - Bend Source, February 8, 2023
- [Amazon fuel cells would use natural gas to power Oregon data centers, increasing carbon footprint](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/amazon-fuel-cells-would-use-natural-gas-to-power-oregon-data-centers-increasing-carbon-footprint/) - Oregonian, February 4, 2023
- [Letter to the editor: GTN Xpress Pipeline is dangerous and unnecessary](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/letter-to-the-editor-gtn-xpress-pipeline-is-dangerous-and-unnecessary/) - The Reflector, January 30, 2023
- [Despite New Leadership, Portland Officials Decline to Reconsider Zenith Energy Deal](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/despite-new-leadership-portland-officials-decline-to-reconsider-zenith-energy-deal/) - Portland Mercury, January 30, 2023
- [Columbia Riverkeeper welcomes new board president, directors](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/columbia-riverkeeper-welcomes-new-board-president-directors/) - Big Country News, January 15, 2023
- [Don’t count on pumped hydro](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/dont-count-on-pumped-hydro/) - Columbia Gorge News, January 11, 2023
- [New Columbia River Protections Under EPA Permits,](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/new-columbia-river-protections-under-epa-permits/) - January 5, 2023
- [Conoce Tu Columbia](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/conoce-tu-columbia/) - Interview with Friends of the Columbia Gorge, January 2023
- [Voces del Noreste](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/voces-del-noreste/) - Weekly Show, January 2023
- [Columbia Riverkeeper welcomes new board president, members, Columbia Gorge News,](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/columbia-riverkeeper-welcomes-new-board-president-members-columbia-gorge-news/) - January 4, 2023
- [Once a Braided River](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/once-a-braided-river/) - Radio Documentary by Barbara Bernstein, Winter 2023
- [Oregon panel OKs plan to cut greenhouse gas emissions](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/oregon-panel-oks-plan-to-cut-greenhouse-gas-emissions/) - Portland Tribune, December 16, 2021
- [WA Clean energy project clashes with important Yakama site](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/wa-clean-energy-project-clashes-with-important-yakama-site/) - Seattle Times, December 27, 2022
- [IN BASKET: Washines named board president of Columbia Riverkeeper organization](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/in-basket-washines-named-board-president-of-columbia-riverkeeper-organization/) - Yakima Herald, December 25, 2022
- [EPA issues permits to stop pollution from dams between Portland and Tri-Cities](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/epa-issues-permits-to-stop-pollution-from-dams-between-portland-and-tri-cities/) - NBC, December 23, 2022
- [Comunidades celebrates International Immigrants Day, Columbia](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/comunidades-celebrates-international-immigrants-day-columbia/) - Gorge News, December 21, 2022
- [Next Renewable Fuels Founder Tells Regulators He Has Taken 10 Companies Public on Big Exchanges,](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/next-renewable-fuels-founder-tells-regulators-he-has-taken-10-companies-public-on-big-exchanges/) - Willamette Week, December 16, 2022
- [Signed, Sealed, Delivered: Idaho Officials Copy-Pasted A Fossil Fuel Industry Letter](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/signed-sealed-delivered-idaho-officials-copy-pasted-a-fossil-fuel-industry-letter/) - Huffington Post, December 15, 2022
- [Exposed: The Most Polluted Place in the United States,](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/exposed-the-most-polluted-place-in-the-united-states/) - The Revelator, December 14, 2022
- [Liquid Assets: Columbia Riverkeeper's Lauren Goldberg on the 'fight for clean water',](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/liquid-assets-columbia-riverkeepers-lauren-goldberg-on-the-fight-for-clean-water/) - Portland Business Journal, December 13, 2022
- [GTN Xpress Fracked Gas Pipeline Expansion,](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/gtn-xpress-fracked-gas-pipeline-expansion/) - KBOO, December 12, 2022
- [Environmental groups troubled over Portland’s push to replace petroleum diesel with renewable fuels,](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/environmental-groups-troubled-over-portlands-push-to-replace-petroleum-diesel-with-renewable-fuels/) - Oregonian, December 8, 2022
- [Vancouver City Council OKs climate plan to drastically cut greenhouse gas emissions by 2040,](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/vancouver-city-council-oks-climate-plan-to-drastically-cut-greenhouse-gas-emissions-by-2040/) - The Columbian, December 6, 2022
- [Conservation group asks Oregon to revoke approvals for renewable diesel refinery on Columbia River,](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/conservation-group-asks-oregon-to-revoke-approvals-for-renewable-diesel-refinery-on-columbia-river/) - Oregonian, December 2, 2022
- [Letter: Company should keep promises,](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/letter-company-should-keep-promises/) - The Columbian, November 30, 2022
- [Dozens of Community Groups Call on Portland to Rescind Zenith Permit,](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/dozens-of-community-groups-call-on-portland-to-rescind-zenith-permit/) - Portland Mercury, November 21, 2022
- [Environmental groups oppose pipeline expansion in Pacific NW,](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/environmental-groups-oppose-pipeline-expansion-in-pacific-nw/) - Seattle Times, November 19, 2022
- [Oregon Environmental Quality Commission rejects petition to regulate dairy air pollution,](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/oregon-environmental-quality-commission-rejects-petition-to-regulate-dairy-air-pollution/) - Register Guard, November 9, 2022
- [Oregon appeals board reverses approval of NEXT rail facility,](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/oregon-appeals-board-reverses-approval-of-next-rail-facility/) - Portland Tribune, November 4, 2022
- [Regulation coming to Portland oil facilities as state looks to avert massive spill after the 'big one',](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/regulation-coming-to-portland-oil-facilities-as-state-looks-to-avert-massive-spill-after-the-big-one/) - NBC News, November 3, 2022
- [Editorial: Protect the farmland at the Port of Columbia County,](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/editorial-protect-the-farmland-at-the-port-of-columbia-county/) - Capital Press, November 3, 2022
- [Environmental programs try to break barriers in Hanford education,](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/environmental-programs-try-to-break-barriers-in-hanford-education/) - Northwest Public Broadcasting, November 1, 2022
- [Hundreds of gallons of oil leak into Snake River from Little Goose Dam](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/hundreds-of-gallons-of-oil-leak-into-snake-river-from-little-goose-dam/) - OPB, October 31, 2022
- [Every WA congressional leader is sending Biden the same message about the Hanford nuclear site](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/every-wa-congressional-leader-is-sending-biden-the-same-message-about-the-hanford-nuclear-site/) - Tri-City Herald, October 27, 2022
- [Next Renewable Fuels Loses Legal Battle Over Railroad Tracks to Serve Diesel Refinery, Willamette Week](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/next-renewable-fuels-loses-legal-battle-over-railroad-tracks-to-serve-diesel-refinery-willamette-week/) - October 27, 2022
- [Oregon Regulators Protect Utility Customers and Climate in Paring Down NW Natural Rate Request, Earthjustice](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/oregon-regulators-protect-utility-customers-and-climate-in-paring-down-nw-natural-rate-request-earthjustice/) - October 25, 2022
- [Green Groups Call On Governors to Oppose GTN Pipeline Expansion 'Loud and Clear', Common Dreams](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/green-groups-call-on-governors-to-oppose-gtn-pipeline-expansion-loud-and-clear-common-dreams/) - October 24, 2022
- [New Fossil Fuel Projects? Not in This City](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/new-fossil-fuel-projects-not-in-this-city/) - Grist, October 14, 2022
- [Oregon Agency Denies Key Permit for Proposed Renewable](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/oregon-agency-denies-key-permit-for-proposed-renewable/) - Longview Daily News, October 9, 2022
- [Proposed Renewable Diesel Refinery in Clatskanie To Get Key Rail Verdict At Month’s End](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/proposed-renewable-diesel-refinery-in-clatskanie-to-get-key-rail-verdict-at-months-end/) - Willamette Week, October 7, 2022
- [Public Input Sought on Oregon Dairy Air Pollution Regulations](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/public-input-sought-on-oregon-dairy-air-pollution-regulations/) - Statesman Journal, October 5, 2022
- [Vancouver Council Enacts Permanent Ban of Fossil Fuel Facilities](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/vancouver-council-enacts-permanent-ban-of-fossil-fuel-facilities/) - Columbian, October 4, 2022
- [Portland Approves Zenith Energy's Renewable Fuels Plan](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/portland-approves-zenith-energys-renewable-fuels-plan/) - OPB, October 3, 2022
- [Local View: Vancouver, OK Prohibition On Large Fossil-Fuel Facilities](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/local-view-vancouver-ok-prohibition-on-large-fossil-fuel-facilities/) - Columbian, October 3, 2022
- [After Superfund Listing, Hard Work of Columbia River Site Cleanup Starts](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/after-superfund-listing-hard-work-of-columbia-river-site-cleanup-starts/) - Public News Service, September 29, 2022
- [Perennial Wind Chaser Station A No-Go](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/perennial-wind-chaser-station-a-no-go/) - East Oregonian, September 28, 2022
- [Commentary: Fight for Healthy Fish, Clean Columbia Gaining Momentum](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/commentary-fight-for-healthy-fish-clean-columbia-gaining-momentum/) - Gorge News, September 28, 2022
- [OR Scraps Plans for Gas-Fired Power Plant](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/or-scraps-plans-for-gas-fired-power-plant/) - Public News Service, September 28, 2022
- [Stop Sacrificing Indigenous Sacred Sites in The Name Of Climate Change](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/stop-sacrificing-indigenous-sacred-sites-in-the-name-of-climate-change/) - Seattle Times, September 25, 2022
- [Interactive Hanford Story Teaches about Nuclear Site's Threat to Columbia River](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/interactive-hanford-story-teaches-about-nuclear-sites-threat-to-columbia-river/) - Public News Service, September 21, 2022
- [Historia interactiva de Hanford enseña la amenaza del Sitio Nuclear para Río Columbia](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/historia-interactiva-de-hanford-ensena-la-amenaza-del-sitio-nuclear-para-rio-columbia/) - Public News Service, September 21, 2022
- [Zenith Energy to phase out crude oil at Portland terminal](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/zenith-energy-to-phase-out-crude-oil-at-portland-terminal/) - OPB, September 16, 2022
- [State grants air quality permit to proposed renewable diesel facility outside Clatskanie](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/state-grants-air-quality-permit-to-proposed-renewable-diesel-facility-outside-clatskanie/) - Oregonian, September 1, 2022
- [Texas Renewable Diesel Company Seeks Plant on Columbia River](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/texas-renewable-diesel-company-seeks-plant-on-columbia-river/) - Willamette Week, August 31, 2022
- [Murmurs: Renewable Diesel Seeks Plant on Columbia River](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/murmurs-renewable-diesel-seeks-plant-on-columbia-river/) - Willamette Week, August 31, 2022
- [Columbia Riverkeeper gets EPA grant to pay for community education, outreach](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/columbia-riverkeeper-gets-epa-grant-to-pay-for-community-education-outreach/) - The Columbian, August 30, 2022
- [$2B Next Renewable Fuels project opposed by Oregon green groups gets DEQ permit](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/2b-next-renewable-fuels-project-opposed-by-oregon-green-groups-gets-deq-permit/) - Portland Business Journal, August 30, 2022
- [Environmental group challenges new gas pipeline, generator](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/environmental-group-challenges-new-gas-pipeline-generator/) - Herald and News, August 29, 2022
- [Lower Snake River dam removals now hinge on energy, irrigation replacements](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/lower-snake-river-dam-removals-now-hinge-on-energy-irrigation-replacements/) - Courthouse News, August 29, 2022
- [It’s Been One Year Since Portland Moved to Stop Zenith’s Oil Operations—So Why Are They Still Operating?](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/its-been-one-year-since-portland-moved-to-stop-zeniths-oil-operations-so-why-are-they-still-operating/) - Portland Mercury, August 26, 2022
- [Energy, Fishing, and Conservation Groups Respond to Washington Lawmakers' Presumptive Plan for Snake River Dam Replacement](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/energy-fishing-and-conservation-groups-respond-to-washington-lawmakers-presumptive-plan-for-snake-river-dam-replacement/) - Defenders of Wildlife, August 26, 2022
- [Many nonprofits support final Snake River report, want more action](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/many-nonprofits-support-final-snake-river-report-want-more-action/) - NBC News, August 26, 2022
- [Dairy Air Emissions/CAFOs Environmental Organizations Petition Oregon Environmental Quality Commission to Promulgate Rule Requiring Quantification/Regulation](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/dairy-air-emissions-cafos-environmental-organizations-petition-oregon-environmental-quality-commission-to-promulgate-rule-requiring-quantification-regulation/) - JD Supra, August 26, 2022
- [Portland adopts limits on fossil fuel terminals](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/portland-adopts-limits-on-fossil-fuel-terminals/) - OPB, August 24, 2022
- [For tribes, Columbia River’s spiritual waters sustain life, traditions as challenges mount](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/for-tribes-columbia-rivers-spiritual-waters-sustain-life-traditions-as-challenges-mount/) - Oregonian, August 23, 2022
- [Washington AG, West Coast states oppose major gas pipeline project](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/washington-ag-west-coast-states-oppose-major-gas-pipeline-project/) - Seattle Times, August 23, 2022
- [Coalition of 22 advocacy groups ask Oregon to regulate dairy air pollution](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/coalition-of-22-advocacy-groups-ask-oregon-to-regulate-dairy-air-pollution/) - Statesman Journal, August 18, 2022
- [Port of Longview settles with Riverkeeper for $2M in water violations suit](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/port-of-longview-settles-with-riverkeeper-for-2m-in-water-violations-suit/) - The Columbian, August 12, 2022
- [Feds give Oregon cities, environmentalists $1.8 million to tackle toxic waste in Columbia River](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/feds-give-oregon-cities-environmentalists-1-8-million-to-tackle-toxic-waste-in-columbia-river/) - Oregon Capital Chronicle, August 11, 2022
- [Both sides of WA tell Biden what it will really take to clean up Hanford nuclear site](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/both-sides-of-wa-tell-biden-what-it-will-really-take-to-clean-up-hanford-nuclear-site/) - Tri-City Herald, August 10, 2022
- [EPA Announces $79 Million Investment from President Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to Protect and Restore the Columbia River Basin](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/epa-announces-79-million-investment-from-president-bidens-bipartisan-infrastructure-law-to-protect-and-restore-the-columbia-river-basin/) - EPA, August 10, 2022
- [Riverkeeper, Youth Corps partner for conservation work](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/riverkeeper-youth-corps-partner-for-conservation-work/) - Columbia Gorge News, August 9, 2022
- [Fossil fuel facilities in focus in Vancouver](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/fossil-fuel-facilities-in-focus-in-vancouver/) - The Columbian, August 8, 2022
- [End appears near for proposed natural gas plant in eastern Oregon](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/end-appears-near-for-proposed-natural-gas-plant-in-eastern-oregon/) - Portland Business Journal, August 3, 2022
- [Interactive Story Explores Hanford Pollution](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/interactive-story-explores-hanford-pollution/) - NBC, July 20, 2022
- [Beaches closed due to discharge of untreated wastewater in The Dalles](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/beaches-closed-due-to-discharge-of-untreated-wastewater-in-the-dalles/) - Columbia Community News, July 15, 2022
- [White House reports eye dam removal on lower Snake River](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/white-house-reports-eye-dam-removal-on-lower-snake-river/) - Portland Business Journal, July 14, 2022
- [Federal report recommends breaching Lower Snake River dams to restore salmon](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/federal-report-recommends-breaching-lower-snake-river-dams-to-restore-salmon/) - KUOW, July 12, 2022
- [Portland Moves to Restrict Expansion of Fossil Fuel Infrastructure—Yet Again](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/portland-moves-to-restrict-expansion-of-fossil-fuel-infrastructure-yet-again/) - Portland Mercury, July 1, 2022
- [Oregon leaders say US Supreme Court EPA ruling will not stop local progress against climate change](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/oregon-leaders-say-us-supreme-court-epa-ruling-will-not-stop-local-progress-against-climate-change/) - OPB, June 29, 2022
- [Comunidades commemorates Juneteenth](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/comunidades-commemorates-juneteenth/) - Columbia Gorge News, June 29, 2022
- [Hope for Hanford](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/hope-for-hanford/) - Columbia Basin Herald, June 29, 2022
- [Advocates Call For Environmental Restoration During The “Hanford Journey”](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/advocates-call-for-environmental-restoration-during-the-hanford-journey/) - NW Public Broadcasting, June 29, 2022
- [Defensores Piden Restauración Del Medio Ambiente Durante El “Viaje De Hanford”](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/defensores-piden-restauracion-del-medio-ambiente-durante-el-viaje-de-hanford/) - NW Public Broadcasting, June 29, 2022
- [Dam politics: Why public power utilities are pouring cash into the campaign to support Lower Snake River dams](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/dam-politics-why-public-power-utilities-are-pouring-cash-into-the-campaign-to-support-lower-snake-river-dams/) - Seattle Times, June 26, 2022
- [Several hundred take to Willamette River, Willamette Park to protest 4 Snake River dams](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/several-hundred-take-to-willamette-river-willamette-park-to-protest-4-snake-river-dams/) - Oregonian, June 25, 2022
- [Hanford Journey event promotes further cleanup, celebrates progress](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/hanford-journey-event-promotes-further-cleanup-celebrates-progress/) - NBC, June 24, 2022
- [Longview grain terminal to pay almost $1 million after settling with Columbia Riverkeeper over alleged water violations](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/longview-grain-terminal-to-pay-almost-1-million-after-settling-with-columbia-riverkeeper-over-alleged-water-violations/) - The Daily News, June 23, 2022
- [Exquisite Gorge II: A Feat of Translation, Oregon Artswatch](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/exquisite-gorge-ii-a-feat-of-translation-oregon-artswatch/) - June 20, 2022
- [NW Natural booklet for schoolkids becomes flashpoint in climate change debate, The Oregonian](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/nw-natural-booklet-for-schoolkids-becomes-flashpoint-in-climate-change-debate-the-oregonian/) - June 17, 2022
- [The Pipeline Giant Behind Keystone XL Wants to Expand a Major Fracked Gas Pipeline in Cascadia, Sightline Institute](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/the-pipeline-giant-behind-keystone-xl-wants-to-expand-a-major-fracked-gas-pipeline-in-cascadia-sightline-institute/) - June 15, 2022
- [The NEXT Big Thing?, Oregon Business](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/the-next-big-thing-oregon-business/) - June 10, 2022
- [Newhouse files bill to save Snake dams. Reaction to latest dam breaching report swift, Tri-City Herald](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/newhouse-files-bill-to-save-snake-dams-reaction-to-latest-dam-breaching-report-swift-tri-city-herald/) - June 10, 2022
- [Deena T. Grossman’s ‘Wildfires and Waterways’, Oregon Artswatch](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/deena-t-grossmans-wildfires-and-waterways-oregon-artswatch/) - June 7, 2022
- [New Details / LUBA Remands Port Westward Rezone, St. Helens Chronicle](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/new-details-luba-remands-port-westward-rezone-st-helens-chronicle/) - May 13, 2022
- [Columbia Riverkeeper, Weyerhaeuser Company Reach Agreement To Reduce Columbia River Pollution At Longview Mill, Columbia Basin Bulletin,](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/columbia-riverkeeper-weyerhaeuser-company-reach-agreement-to-reduce-columbia-river-pollution-at-longview-mill-columbia-basin-bulletin/) - May 12, 2022
- [Riverkeeper Settles With Weyerhaeuser For $600,000 After Alleged Water Quality Violations, Seattle Times](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/riverkeeper-settles-with-weyerhaeuser-for-600000-after-alleged-water-quality-violations-seattle-times/) - May 11, 2022
- [Environmental Group, Timber Firm Weyerhaeuser To Settle Over Pollution Claims At Longview Timber Mill, OPB](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/environmental-group-timber-firm-weyerhaeuser-to-settle-over-pollution-claims-at-longview-timber-mill-opb/) - May 10, 2022
- [Columbia Riverkeeper Names Lauren Goldberg As Executive Director, Columbia Gorge News,](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/columbia-riverkeeper-names-lauren-goldberg-as-executive-director-columbia-gorge-news/) - May 10, 2022
- [NEXT At Port Westward, KBOO Radio](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/next-at-port-westward-kboo-radio/) - May 7, 2022
- [Petition To Remove Lower Snake River Dams Gets 1,000 Signatures, The Columbian](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/petition-to-remove-lower-snake-river-dams-gets-1000-signatures-the-columbian/) - May 7, 2022
- [Other Views: Will Oregon Leaders Stand Up For Environmental Justice?](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/other-views-will-oregon-leaders-stand-up-for-environmental-justice/) - East Oregonian, May 7, 2022
- [Columbia River ‘At Tipping Point’ Warns Longtime Conservation Leader](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/columbia-river-at-tipping-point-warns-longtime-conservation-leader/) - Columbia Insight, May 5, 2022
- [Columbia Riverkeeper Names Goldberg New Executive Director, Columbia Basin Bulletin,](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/columbia-riverkeeper-names-goldberg-new-executive-director-columbia-basin-bulletin/) - May 4, 2022
- [Columbia Riverkeeper Announces New Executive Director, Daily News](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/columbia-riverkeeper-announces-new-executive-director-daily-news/) - May 4, 2022
- [A Whistleblower Reflects After 30 Years On The Hanford Watch, Crosscut,](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/a-whistleblower-reflects-after-30-years-on-the-hanford-watch-crosscut/) - April 26, 2022
- [Changing Climate An Issue For Clark County Farms, Air, Wildlife And Rivers, Columbian,](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/changing-climate-an-issue-for-clark-county-farms-air-wildlife-and-rivers-columbian/) - April 17, 2022
- [Legal Challenge: Environmental groups opposing NEXT rail yard plans, The Chronicle,](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/legal-challenge-environmental-groups-opposing-next-rail-yard-plans-the-chronicle/) - April 14, 2022
- [Event celebrates Hispanic women, Columbia Gorge News,](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/event-celebrates-hispanic-women-columbia-gorge-news/) - April 13, 2022
- [Columbia Riverkeeper files lawsuit against Weyerhaeuser timber company, The Daily News,](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/columbia-riverkeeper-files-lawsuit-against-weyerhaeuser-timber-company-the-daily-news/) - March 28, 2022
- [Columbia County methanol plant developer shuts down Oregon operations, OPB,](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/columbia-county-methanol-plant-developer-shuts-down-oregon-operations-opb/) - March 23, 2022
- [NEXT biofuel project at Port Westward receives DSL approval, Columbia County Spotlight News, March 23, 2022](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/next-biofuel-project-at-port-westward-receives-dsl-approval-columbia-county-spotlight-news-march-23-2022/)
- [Opinion: It's code red for Snake River salmon, Portland Business Journey](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/opinion-its-code-red-for-snake-river-salmon-portland-business-journey/) - March 21, 2022
- [Columbia River’s highly contaminated Bradford Island listed as a Superfund site](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/columbia-rivers-highly-contaminated-bradford-island-listed-as-a-superfund-site/) - OPB, March 17, 2022
- [Contaminated island at Bonneville Dam added to superfund cleanup list](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/contaminated-island-at-bonneville-dam-added-to-superfund-cleanup-list/) - Oregonian, March 17, 2022
- [Contaminated Columbia River island added to Superfund list](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/contaminated-columbia-river-island-added-to-superfund-list/) - Seattle Times, March 17, 2022
- [Not Another Fracked Gas Pipeline Expansion](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/not-another-fracked-gas-pipeline-expansion/) - KBOO Radio, March 14, 2022
- [Zenith Energy appeals land-use ruling on Portland oil terminal permit denial](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/zenith-energy-appeals-land-use-ruling-on-portland-oil-terminal-permit-denial/) - OPB, February 28, 2022
- [Radio Station Shares Bilingual News with Gorge Farmworkers](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/radio-station-shares-bilingual-news-with-gorge-farmworkers/) - Public News Service, February 23, 2022
- [Estación de radio comparte noticias bilingües con trabajadores agrícolas del Gorge](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/estacion-de-radio-comparte-noticias-bilingues-con-trabajadores-agricolas-del-gorge/) - Public News Service, February 23, 2022
- [Latino Fiesta and Vaccination slated for March 5 in White Salmon](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/latino-fiesta-and-vaccination-slated-for-march-5-in-white-salmon/) - Columbia Community Connection, February 22, 2022
- [NEXT at Port Westward](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/next-at-port-westward/) - KBOO Radio, February 7, 2022
- [Perennial Power May Finally Kill 415 MW Peaker Planned for Oregon](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/perennial-power-may-finally-kill-415-mw-peaker-planned-for-oregon/) - Clearing Up, February 4, 2022
- [Oregon Land Use Board Affirms Portland's Right to Deny Zenith Permit](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/oregon-land-use-board-affirms-portlands-right-to-deny-zenith-permit/) - Portland Mercury, February 3, 2022
- [Columbia County deliberating on NEXT permits](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/columbia-county-deliberating-on-next-permits/) - Columbia County Spotlight, February 1, 2022
- [US, States Oppose Effort To Leave Trump Water Rule Intact](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/us-states-oppose-effort-to-leave-trump-water-rule-intact/) - Law 360, January 12, 2022
- [Free COVID-19 vaccination clinic offered in White Salmon](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/free-covid-19-vaccination-clinic-offered-in-white-salmon/) - Goldendale Sentinel, January 12, 2022
- [Microplastics pollution in the Columbia explored](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/microplastics-pollution-in-the-columbia-explored/) - Columbia Gorge News, December 29, 2021
- [Researchers find microplastics in Columbia River](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/researchers-find-microplastics-in-columbia-river/) - KATU, December 14, 2021
- [Conservation group sues U.S. Army Corps of Engineers for polluting river, killing salmon](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/conservation-group-sues-u-s-army-corps-of-engineers-for-polluting-river-killing-salmon/) - KGW8, December 14, 2021
- [Pacific Northwest nonprofit sues USACE over water pollution](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/pacific-northwest-nonprofit-sues-usace-over-water-pollution/) - YakTriNews.com, December 13, 2021
- [Condit Dam removal a success](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/condit-dam-removal-a-success/) - Tri-City Herald, December 12, 2021
- [Latino community organizer works to create positive change](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/latino-community-organizer-works-to-create-positive-change/) - Columbia Gorge News, December 8, 2021
- [Lawsuit says Army Corps dams driving Columbia River pollution 'crisis'](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/lawsuit-says-army-corps-dams-driving-columbia-river-pollution-crisis/) - Reuters, December 8, 2021
- [Columbia Riverkeeper says Hanford is 'no place' for new nuclear](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/columbia-riverkeeper-says-hanford-is-no-place-for-new-nuclear/) - Tri-Cities Area Journal of Business, December 2021
- [This Next-Generation Nuclear Power Plant Is Pitched for Washington State. Can it ‘Change the World’?](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/this-next-generation-nuclear-power-plant-is-pitched-for-washington-state-can-it-change-the-world/) - Inside Climate News, November 15, 2021
- [Wash. Court Gives Group Time To Bolster Pollution Claims,](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/wash-court-gives-group-time-to-bolster-pollution-claims/) - Law 360, Nov. 12, 2021
- [New electricity project in Washington takes a twist on hydropower](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/new-electricity-project-in-washington-takes-a-twist-on-hydropower/) - Crosscut, Nov. 10, 2021
- [Zenith Energy Challenges Permit Denials, Will Continue Operating During Legal Battles](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/zenith-energy-challenges-permit-denials-will-continue-operating-during-legal-battles/) - Portland Mercury, Oct. 27, 2021
- [Challenged: Port Westward rezone heading back to LUBA](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/challenged-port-westward-rezone-heading-back-to-luba/) - The Chronicle, Oct. 26, 2021
- [Court strikes down Trump EPA water permitting rule](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/court-strikes-down-trump-epa-water-permitting-rule/) - E&E News, Oct. 25, 2021
- [Permits for Kalama pipeline officially revoked](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/permits-for-kalama-pipeline-officially-revoked/) - The Daily News, Oct. 22, 2021
- [Trump-Era Clean Water Rule Hit With Death Blow](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/trump-era-clean-water-rule-hit-with-death-blow/) - Law 360, Oct. 22, 2021
- [Green groups appealing Port Westward farm-to-industrial rezone decision](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/green-groups-appealing-port-westward-farm-to-industrial-rezone-decision/) - Portland Business Journal, Oct. 19, 2021
- [US Army Corps of Engineers required to cool water at Snake River dams to help salmon survive](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/us-army-corps-of-engineers-required-to-cool-water-at-snake-river-dams-to-help-salmon-survive/) - NBC Portland, October 6, 2021
- [Oregon group claims new nuclear reactor plan poses threat to Tri-Cities, Columbia River](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/oregon-group-claims-new-nuclear-reactor-plan-poses-threat-to-tri-cities-columbia-river/) - Tri-City Herald, October 4, 2021
- [Federal regulators to limit hot water in Snake, Columbia rivers](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/federal-regulators-to-limit-hot-water-in-snake-columbia-rivers/) - OPB, October 2, 2021
- [States and tribes urge judge to abolish Trump water rule](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/states-and-tribes-urge-judge-to-abolish-trump-water-rule/) - Courthouse News Service, October 1, 2021
- [Columbia County Commissioners formally approve Port Westward rezone](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/columbia-county-commissioners-formally-approve-port-westward-rezone/) - The Daily News, September 26, 2021
- [Give More 24! raises $3.3 million, breaking record](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/give-more-24-raises-3-3-million-breaking-record/) - The Columbian, September 24, 2021
- [Rezone Approved: Commissioners OK Port Westward](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/rezone-approved-commissioners-ok-port-westward/) - The St. Helens Chronicle, September 23, 2021
- [Hanford cleanup: ‘An intergenerational issue'](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/hanford-cleanup-an-intergenerational-issue/) - Seattle Times Opinion, September 22, 2021
- [Contaminated site near Columbia’s Bonneville Dam could get top priority for Superfund cleanup](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/contaminated-site-near-columbias-bonneville-dam-could-get-top-priority-for-superfund-cleanup/) - OPB, September 8, 2021
- [Salmon face deadly hot waters along Columbia and Snake rivers as the call for dam removal grows](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/salmon-face-deadly-hot-waters-along-columbia-and-snake-rivers-as-the-call-for-dam-removal-grows/) - The Inlander, September 2, 2021
- [Korean News covering sockeye salmon: 펄펄 끓는 지구, 한반도 어장지도가 바뀐다 - 2021 어종 변화 보고서](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/korean-news-covering-sockeye-salmon-펄펄-끓는-지구-한반도-어장지도가-바뀐다-2/) - September 1, 2021
- [Oregon DEQ says it’s denying a permit needed for crude-oil operation to continue in Portland](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/oregon-deq-says-its-denying-a-permit-needed-for-crude-oil-operation-to-continue-in-portland/) - OPB, September 1, 2021
- [French News covering sockeye salmon: Aux Etats-Unis, des saumons meurent brûlés par la chaleur de l’eau](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/french-news-covering-sockeye-salmon-aux-etats-unis-des-saumons-meurent-brules-par-la-chaleur-de-leau/) - GEO, September 1, 2021
- [Commentary: ‘Green’ project would destroy culturally significant resources](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/commentary-green-project-would-destroy-culturally-significant-resources/) - Columbia Gorge News, August 31, 2021
- [Portland denies Zenith Energy’s essential certification](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/portland-denies-zenith-energys-essential-certification/) - OPB, August 27, 2021
- [Opponents scoff at Zenith claim of increased renewables at controversial Portland fuel terminal](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/opponents-scoff-at-zenith-claim-of-increased-renewables-at-controversial-portland-fuel-terminal/) - Portland Business Journal, August 26, 2021
- [State, County Leaders Pressure Portland Officials to Shut Down Zenith Terminal](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/state-county-leaders-pressure-portland-officials-to-shut-down-zenith-terminal/) - Portland Mercury, August 25, 2021
- [Company behind Kalama methanol pipeline also requests permits be canceled](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/company-behind-kalama-methanol-pipeline-also-requests-permits-be-canceled/) - The Daily News, August 24, 2021
- [Columbia Riverkeeper asks Federal Energy Regulatory Commission to revoke pipeline certificates for Kalama methanol project](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/columbia-riverkeeper-asks-federal-energy-regulatory-commission-to-revoke-pipeline-certificates-for-kalama-methanol-project/) - The Daily News, Aug. 17, 2021
- [High River Temps Killing Salmon in Pacific Northwest](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/high-river-temps-killing-salmon-in-pacific-northwest/) - Now This, Aug. 9, 2021
- [Vigil held for dying sockeye Sockeye salmon dying on Little White Salmon River](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/vigil-held-for-dying-sockeye-sockeye-salmon-dying-on-little-white-salmon-river/) - Columbia Gorge News, Aug. 3, 2021
- [As sockeye runs struggle elsewhere in North America, a record run in Alaska’s Bristol Bay](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/as-sockeye-runs-struggle-elsewhere-in-north-america-a-record-run-in-alaskas-bristol-bay/) - Seattle Times, July 29, 2021
- [Shocking video shows salmon almost boiled alive in heat wave](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/shocking-video-shows-salmon-almost-boiled-alive-in-heat-wave/) - The Hill, July 29, 2021
- [Rising river temperatures are stressing out salmon in the Pacific Northwest](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/rising-river-temperatures-are-stressing-out-salmon-in-the-pacific-northwest/) - NY Times, July 27, 2021
- [Video shows salmon injured by unlivable water temperatures after heatwave](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/video-shows-salmon-injured-by-unlivable-water-temperatures-after-heatwave/) - The Guardian, July 27, 2021
- [Disturbing Video Shows Columbia River Salmon Suffering Due to Dams and Heat Waves](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/disturbing-video-shows-columbia-river-salmon-suffering-due-to-dams-and-heat-waves/) - EcoWatch, July 27, 2021
- [A Stronger Electricity Grid Is Crucial To Cutting Carbon. Does That Make It Green?](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/a-stronger-electricity-grid-is-crucial-to-cutting-carbon-does-that-make-it-green/) - Investigate West, July 21, 2021
- [Farmers not quitting fight against Port Westward expansion plans](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/farmers-not-quitting-fight-against-port-westward-expansion-plans/) - Columbia Insight, July 20, 2021
- [4-state collaboration may squeeze out E. Wash. interests in keeping Snake River dams](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/4-state-collaboration-may-squeeze-out-e-wash-interests-in-keeping-snake-river-dams/) - TriCity Herald, July 19, 2021
- [Columbia County’s plan to transform 800 acres of farmland draws environmental concerns](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/columbia-countys-plan-to-transform-800-acres-of-farmland-draws-environmental-concerns/) - OPB, July 15, 2021
- [Oregon county approves rezoning farmland for industrial park expansion](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/oregon-county-approves-rezoning-farmland-for-industrial-park-expansion/) - Capital Press, July 15, 2021
- [NEXT to hold open house to answer community questions about Columbia County biorefinery](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/next-to-hold-open-house-to-answer-community-questions-about-columbia-county-biorefinery/) - The Daily News, July 10, 2021
- [Port of Vancouver Harming Columbia River’s Health, Suit Says](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/port-of-vancouver-harming-columbia-rivers-health-suit-says/) - Bloomberg Law, July 7, 2021
- [EPA Urges Courts To Remand Water Rule As It Retools Regs](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/epa-urges-courts-to-remand-water-rule-as-it-retools-regs/) - Law 360, July 2, 2021
- [Washington state board to uphold temperature limits in Columbia, Snake rivers](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/washington-state-board-to-uphold-temperature-limits-in-columbia-snake-rivers/) - Seattle Times, June 29, 2021
- [U.S. Supreme Court Chooses Not to Hear Millennium Bulk Terminals Case](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/u-s-supreme-court-chooses-not-to-hear-millennium-bulk-terminals-case/) - The Daily News, June 28, 2021
- [Columbia River’s Bradford Island gets new push for toxic Superfund status](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/columbia-rivers-bradford-island-gets-new-push-for-toxic-superfund-status/) - OPB, June 24, 2021
- [$2.4B Gorge energy storage project not ready for key permit, regulators say](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/2-4b-gorge-energy-storage-project-not-ready-for-key-permit-regulators-say/) - Portland Business Journal, June 23, 2021
- [In Our View: Washington better off without methanol plant](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/in-our-view-washington-better-off-without-methanol-plant/) - The Columbian, June 15, 2021
- [Port of Kalama announces lease for proposed methanol facility will end](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/port-of-kalama-announces-lease-for-proposed-methanol-facility-will-end/) - The Reflector, June 15, 2021
- [Washington better off without methanol plant](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/washington-better-off-without-methanol-plant/) - The Daily World, June 15, 2021
- [Kemira Chemicals Agrees to Pay $130,000 to Settle Pollution Suit](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/kemira-chemicals-agrees-to-pay-130000-to-settle-pollution-suit/) - Bloomberg Law, June 15, 2021
- [Company Drops Plan for $2.3B Methanol Plant](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/company-drops-plan-for-2-3b-methanol-plant/) - Manufacturing.net, June 14, 2021
- [Developer halts $2B Kalama methanol effort after seven-year fight](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/developer-halts-2b-kalama-methanol-effort-after-seven-year-fight/) - Portland Business Journal, June 14, 2021
- [Kalama methanol plant on lower Columbia River called off by developers](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/kalama-methanol-plant-on-lower-columbia-river-called-off-by-developers/) - East Oregonian, June 12, 2021
- [Plans for $2 billion Washington methanol plant ‘effectively ended,’ as company terminates lease](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/plans-for-2-billion-washington-methanol-plant-effectively-ended-as-company-terminates-lease/) - Seattle Times, June 11, 2021
- [States, Tribe Call for Superfund Site on Columbia River](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/states-tribe-call-for-superfund-site-on-columbia-river/) - Public News Service, June 1, 2021
- [The Salmon and the Snake](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/the-salmon-and-the-snake/) - Oregon Business, May 25, 2021
- [Goldendale Pumped Energy Storage Project](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/goldendale-pumped-energy-storage-project/) - KBOO Radio, May 20, 2021
- [Coast Chronicles: Our community-building treasure](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/coast-chronicles-our-community-building-treasure/) - Carol Newman, Chinook Observer, May 10, 2021
- [Perennial Wind Chaser Station might be back on the table](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/perennial-wind-chaser-station-might-be-back-on-the-table/) - East Oregonian, May 1, 2021
- [City action moves Zenith Energy close to expanding in Northwest Portland](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/city-action-moves-zenith-energy-close-to-expanding-in-northwest-portland/) - OPB, April 21, 2021
- [Furse was an advocate for Indigenous rights](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/furse-was-an-advocate-for-indigenous-rights/) - Daily Astorian, April 20, 2021
- [A proposed power plant near Hermiston may be canceled, but controversy remains](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/a-proposed-power-plant-near-hermiston-may-be-canceled-but-controversy-remains/) - Oregonian, April 16, 2021
- [Oregon natural gas plant developer reportedly pulling the plug on controversial project](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/oregon-natural-gas-plant-developer-reportedly-pulling-the-plug-on-controversial-project/) - Portland Business Journal, April 15, 2021
- [Northwest groups: Pieces in place to address salmon decline](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/northwest-groups-pieces-in-place-to-address-salmon-decline/) - Argus Observer, April 14, 2021
- [Developers back off controversial fracked gas power plant in Oregon](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/developers-back-off-controversial-fracked-gas-power-plant-in-oregon/) - Columbia Insight, April 14, 2021
- [Northwest groups: Pieces in place to address salmon decline](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/northwest-groups-pieces-in-place-to-address-salmon-decline-2/) - Argus Observer, April 14, 2021
- [It's Irreversible': Goldendale Green Energy Project Highlights A History Of Native Dispossession](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/its-irreversible-goldendale-green-energy-project-highlights-a-history-of-native-dispossession/) - Spokane Public Radio, April 2, 2021
- [River Watchdog: Attorney Brett VandenHeuvel and Columbia Riverkeeper Partner with Schools, Residents to Protect Crucial Waterway](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/river-watchdog-attorney-brett-vandenheuvel-and-columbia-riverkeeper-partner-with-schools-residents-to-protect-crucial-waterway/) - Bar Bulletin, April 2021
- [Group Says FERC Can't Review Gas Facility As 'Routine'](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/group-says-ferc-cant-review-gas-facility-as-routine/) - Law 360, March 24, 2021
- [Earth Day Oregon outlines April 22 fundraising campaign effort](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/earth-day-oregon-outlines-april-22-fundraising-campaign-effort/) - KTVZ, March 12, 2021
- [Congressman Floats $33B Plan to Demolish Four Dams](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/congressman-floats-33b-plan-to-demolish-four-dams/) - Engineering News-Record, March 10, 2021
- [Kalama methanol facility backers seek permit appeal, extension](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/kalama-methanol-facility-backers-seek-permit-appeal-extension/) - The Reflector, March 9, 2021
- [‘Extraordinary concern.’ WA state wants Biden to overturn Trump rule on Hanford nuclear waste](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/extraordinary-concern-wa-state-wants-biden-to-overturn-trump-rule-on-hanford-nuclear-waste/) - The Tri-City Herald, February 27, 2021
- [Coalition calls to block Easterday mega-dairy permit south of Tri-Cities](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/coalition-calls-to-block-easterday-mega-dairy-permit-south-of-tri-cities/) - TriCity Herald, February 18, 2021
- [Global Partners ships first load of renewable diesel from Port of Columbia County](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/global-partners-ships-first-load-of-renewable-diesel-from-port-of-columbia-county/) - The Daily News, February 15, 2021
- [Study: Warmer weather will increase flooding in the Columbia River Basin this century](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/study-warmer-weather-will-increase-flooding-in-the-columbia-river-basin-this-century/) - OPB, February 15, 2021
- [Port of Kalama, NWIW appeal Ecology's methanol permit denial](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/port-of-kalama-nwiw-appeal-ecologys-methanol-permit-denial/) - The Daily News, February 10, 2021
- [Environmental groups side with tribes, oppose big energy storage project on Columbia River](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/environmental-groups-side-with-tribes-oppose-big-energy-storage-project-on-columbia-river/) - Portland Business Journal, February 9, 2021
- [Inslee praises bold thinking in $33 billion proposal to breach 4 Snake River dams](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/inslee-praises-bold-thinking-in-33-billion-proposal-to-breach-4-snake-river-dams/) - TriCity Herald, February 9, 2021
- [Clatskanie fuel terminal, subject of controversy, gets first shipment of renewable diesel](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/clatskanie-fuel-terminal-subject-of-controversy-gets-first-shipment-of-renewable-diesel/) - Portland Business Journal, February 5, 2021
- [Expansion: Next steps for Port Westward](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/expansion-next-steps-for-port-westward/) - The Chronicle, February 3, 2021
- [OR Lawmakers Could Freeze Mega-Polluting Dairy Farms](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/or-lawmakers-could-freeze-mega-polluting-dairy-farms/) - Public News Service, January 29, 2021
- [In Search of Cooler Waters: Implementing EPA's Temperature Limits on The Columbia and Lower Snake Rivers](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/in-search-of-cooler-waters-implementing-epas-temperature-limits-on-the-columbia-and-lower-snake-rivers/) - National Law Review, January 22, 2021
- [Biden pumps the brakes on more than 100 Trump environmental policy decisions](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/biden-pumps-the-brakes-on-more-than-100-trump-environmental-policy-decisions/) - OPB, January 22, 2021
- [Two Major Pacific Northwest Fossil Fuel Projects Dealt Massive Setbacks In One Day](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/two-major-pacific-northwest-fossil-fuel-projects-dealt-massive-setbacks-in-one-day/) - DeSmog, January 20, 2021
- [Washington ecologists deny pivotal permit for Kalama methanol refinery](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/washington-ecologists-deny-pivotal-permit-for-kalama-methanol-refinery/) - OPB News, January 20, 2021
- [on Columbia River](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/on-columbia-river/) - Seattle Times, January 19, 2021
- [Washington state nixes methanol plant meant to supply China](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/washington-state-nixes-methanol-plant-meant-to-supply-china/) - AP News, January 19, 2021
- [Millennium parent company files for Chapter 11](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/millennium-parent-company-files-for-chapter-11/) - Columbia River site goes back to Alcoa
- [How Cascadia’s climate activists fought off fossil fuels and succeeded](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/how-cascadias-climate-activists-fought-off-fossil-fuels-and-succeeded/) - Crosscut, January 18, 2021
- [A Thin Green Line With Global Impact, Investigate West](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/a-thin-green-line-with-global-impact-investigate-west/) - January 18, 2021
- [Claim: Portland oil facility breaks law every time it rains](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/claim-portland-oil-facility-breaks-law-every-time-it-rains/) - Portland Tribune, January 12, 2021
- [Questions loom over the future of natural gas in Oregon](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/questions-loom-over-the-future-of-natural-gas-in-oregon/) - OPB, January 12, 2021
- [This Land and River is My Body](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/this-land-and-river-is-my-body/) - Indian Country Today, January 6, 2021
- [After ID Salmon Workgroup, a Push for Regional Recovery](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/after-id-salmon-workgroup-a-push-for-regional-recovery/) - Public News Service, January 4, 2021
- [Put Your Talents to Good Use at These Portland Organizations and Nonprofits](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/put-your-talents-to-good-use-at-these-portland-organizations-and-nonprofits/) - Portland Monthly, January 1, 2021
- [Opinion: Why the Kalama methanol refinery would hurt the Yakama tribe, Crosscut](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/opinion-why-the-kalama-methanol-refinery-would-hurt-the-yakama-tribe-crosscut/) - December 31, 2020
- [Final environmental study for Kalama methanol facility permit released](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/final-environmental-study-for-kalama-methanol-facility-permit-released/) - The Reflector, December 28, 2020
- [Opinion | Methanol refineries, citizen scientists, and doughnuts](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/opinion-methanol-refineries-citizen-scientists-and-doughnuts/) - Streetroots, December 16, 2020
- [Environmental Groups Call For Scrutiny Of Natural Gas Permits in Oregon](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/environmental-groups-call-for-scrutiny-of-natural-gas-permits-in-oregon/) - NPR, December 8, 2020
- [Environmental groups call for scrutiny of natural gas plant permits,](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/environmental-groups-call-for-scrutiny-of-natural-gas-plant-permits/) - OPB, December 7, 2020
- [Twisted Logic: Why Washington State Should Reject a Dangerous New Climate Theory](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/twisted-logic-why-washington-state-should-reject-a-dangerous-new-climate-theory/) - The Revelator, December 2, 2020
- [Federal permits for Kalama methanol plant thrown out,](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/federal-permits-for-kalama-methanol-plant-thrown-out/) - The Reflector, November 30, 2020
- [US judge voids permits for Columbia River methanol plant](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/us-judge-voids-permits-for-columbia-river-methanol-plant/) - OPB, November 24, 2020
- [Fracked Gas on the Columbia](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/fracked-gas-on-the-columbia/) - KBOO, November 23, 2020
- [Oregon Allows a Controversial Fracked Gas Power Plant to Begin Construction,](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/oregon-allows-a-controversial-fracked-gas-power-plant-to-begin-construction/) - Inside Climate News, November 5, 2020
- [Columbia River Keepers file intent to sue over proposed gas plant](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/columbia-river-keepers-file-intent-to-sue-over-proposed-gas-plant/) - East Oregonian, October 31, 2020
- [The Damage Trump Did](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/the-damage-trump-did/) - Willamette Week, October 28, 2020
- [Despite troubled past, critics say Oregon Department of Energy is ignoring rules to benefit power plants](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/despite-troubled-past-critics-say-oregon-department-of-energy-is-ignoring-rules-to-benefit-power-plants/) - The Oregonian, October 27, 2020
- [In repeat of past, conservation groups challenge new dam management plan](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/in-repeat-of-past-conservation-groups-challenge-new-dam-management-plan/) - The Daily News, October 26, 2020
- [Public can join Oct. 27 Chúush Fund webinar](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/public-can-join-oct-27-chuush-fund-webinar/) - The Madras Pioneer, October 23, 2020
- [Groups threaten another suit over river management](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/groups-threaten-another-suit-over-river-management/) - Capital Press, October 23, 2020
- [Pacific Northwest governors say they'll work together on Columbia salmon](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/pacific-northwest-governors-say-theyll-work-together-on-columbia-salmon/) - Portland Business Journal, October 12, 2020
- [Kalama Methanol Another Time Around](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/kalama-methanol-another-time-around/) - KBOO, September 28, 2020
- [This Land and River is My Body by Michael Buck](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/this-land-and-river-is-my-body-by-michael-buck/) - Native Daily Network, September 21, 2020
- [<em>Inmí Wáwnak-shash iwá ichín Tícham-yaw ku ichín Wana-yaw </em>This Land and River is My Body by Michael Buck](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/inmi-wawnak-shash-iwa-ichin-ticham-yaw-ku-ichin-wana-yaw-this-land-and-river-is-my-body-by-michael-buck/) - Medium, September 21, 2020
- [Controversial Kalama Methanol Plant Secures Investment from Hafnia](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/controversial-kalama-methanol-plant-secures-investment-from-hafnia/) - The Maritime Executive, September, 17, 2020
- [Merkley, EPA fulfill $2 Million Promise to Columbia River Basin,](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/merkley-epa-fulfill-2-million-promise-to-columbia-river-basin/) - Columbia Insight, September 16, 2020
- [Major Oil Shipping Group Invests $10M in Kalama Methanol Plant,](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/major-oil-shipping-group-invests-10m-in-kalama-methanol-plant/) - The Daily News, September 16, 2020
- [Columbia River Basin Salmon in Hot Water](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/columbia-river-basin-salmon-in-hot-water/) - Public News Service, September 9, 2020
- [DEQ fines companies for illegal disposal of 2.5 million pounds of radioactive waste near Columbia River Gorge](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/deq-fines-companies-for-illegal-disposal-of-2-5-million-pounds-of-radioactive-waste-near-columbia-river-gorge/) - OPB, September 2, 2020
- [Washington Ecology finds new climate impacts from Kalama methanol plant](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/washington-ecology-finds-new-climate-impacts-from-kalama-methanol-plant/) - OPB, September 2, 2020
- [Ninth Circuit compels EPA to issue a temperature TMDL for the Columbia and Lower Snake Rivers after state inaction](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/ninth-circuit-compels-epa-to-issue-a-temperature-tmdl-for-the-columbia-and-lower-snake-rivers-after-state-inaction/) - American Bar Association, September, 2020
- [Conservation groups say state regulators are allowing power plant developers to avoid carbon fees](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/conservation-groups-say-state-regulators-are-allowing-power-plant-developers-to-avoid-carbon-fees/) - The Oregonian, August 31, 2020
- [Oregon joins multi-state lawsuit against Trump administration changes to NEPA](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/oregon-joins-multi-state-lawsuit-against-trump-administration-changes-to-nepa/) - OPB, August 28, 2020
- [What’s in a Tradition](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/whats-in-a-tradition/) - Native Daily Network, August 26, 2020
- [Groups challenge permit for $2B methanol plant in Washington](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/groups-challenge-permit-for-2b-methanol-plant-in-washington/) - The San Francisco Chronicle, August 26, 2020
- [Columbia Riverkeeper asks judge to reject federal permits for Kalama methanol plant](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/columbia-riverkeeper-asks-judge-to-reject-federal-permits-for-kalama-methanol-plant/) - The Columbian, August 25, 2020
- [Hot Dams on the Columbia](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/hot-dams-on-the-columbia/) - KBOO, August 24, 2020
- [Guest Editorial: There's nothing 'final' about this recovery plan](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/guest-editorial-theres-nothing-final-about-this-recovery-plan/) - Lewiston Tribune, August 22, 2020
- [Editorial: Debate regarding Snake River dams is far from over](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/editorial-debate-regarding-snake-river-dams-is-far-from-over/) - Everett Herald, August 9, 2020
- [Federal Court Dismisses Trump Water Rule Challenge in Oregon](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/federal-court-dismisses-trump-water-rule-challenge-in-oregon/) - Bloomberg Law, August 7 2020
- [Our Rivers are Too Hot for Salmon](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/our-rivers-are-too-hot-for-salmon/) - NRDC, July 29, 2020
- [Thermal hopscotch: How Columbia River salmon are adapting to climate change](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/thermal-hopscotch-how-columbia-river-salmon-are-adapting-to-climate-change/) - Columbia Insight, July 23, 2020
- [Trump's Environmental Rollback Will Silence Citizens' Voices, Critics In NW Charge](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/trumps-environmental-rollback-will-silence-citizens-voices-critics-in-nw-charge/) - OPB, July 16, 2020
- [Up to 100 Gallons of Turbine Oil Spilled into Columbia River from Faulty Bonneville Dam Turbine](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/up-to-100-gallons-of-turbine-oil-spilled-into-columbia-river-from-faulty-bonneville-dam-turbine/) - The Oregonian, July 16, 2020
- [Bonneville Dam Oil Spill Under Investigation](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/bonneville-dam-oil-spill-under-investigation/) - The Columbian, July 15, 2020
- [Oil and LNG Trains on the Rise?](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/oil-and-lng-trains-on-the-rise/) - KBOO, Locus Focus, July 7, 2020
- [Oregon Approves Permit Adding Renewable Diesel to Columbia River Transloading Facility](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/oregon-approves-permit-adding-renewable-diesel-to-columbia-river-transloading-facility/) - OPB, July 2, 2020
- [Snake River Dams in Hot Water](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/snake-river-dams-in-hot-water/) - The Seattle Times, June 29, 2020
- [Trump Environmental Rollbacks Roll on Despite Pandemic. Opponents Cry Foul](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/trump-environmental-rollbacks-roll-on-despite-pandemic-opponents-cry-foul/) - KPBS, May 28, 2020
- [Washington state aims to regulate water temperature at federal dams, wading into controversy](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/washington-state-aims-to-regulate-water-temperature-at-federal-dams-wading-into-controversy/) - The Seattle Times, May 26, 2020
- [Guest editorial: New job for state: Watch over dams and salmon](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/guest-editorial-new-job-for-state-watch-over-dams-and-salmon/) - The Lewiston Tribune, May 23, 2020.
- [Editorial: State gains keener watch of dams to protect salmon](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/editorial-state-gains-keener-watch-of-dams-to-protect-salmon/) - Herald Net, May 19, 2020.
- [For the first time, Washington will regulate Columbia-Snake River dams if they violate federal pollution rules](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/for-the-first-time-washington-will-regulate-columbia-snake-river-dams-if-they-violate-federal-pollution-rules/) - Inlander, May 15, 2020.
- [Zenith Energy abandons plans for new Portland pipeline](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/zenith-energy-abandons-plans-for-new-portland-pipeline/) - Portland Tribune, May 13, 2020.
- [Columbia, Snake river dam operators must make plan to keep waters cold enough for salmon survival](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/columbia-snake-river-dam-operators-must-make-plan-to-keep-waters-cold-enough-for-salmon-survival/) - The Oregonian, May 13, 2020.
- [Washington State Steps In To Regulate Water Temps Behind Federal Dams To Help Salmon](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/washington-state-steps-in-to-regulate-water-temps-behind-federal-dams-to-help-salmon/) - Northwest Public Broadcasting, May 11, 2020.
- [Federal environmental policies during pandemic raise concerns across Northwest](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/federal-environmental-policies-during-pandemic-raise-concerns-across-northwest/) - OPB, May 10, 2020.
- [Increased particulate emissions proposed at Oregon refinery](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/increased-particulate-emissions-proposed-at-oregon-refinery/) - Portland Tribune, May 9, 2020.
- [Food Distributor To Upgrade Water Quality To End Suit](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/food-distributor-to-upgrade-water-quality-to-end-suit/) - Law 360, May 7, 2020.
- [The Making of the ‘Thin Green Line’](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/the-making-of-the-thin-green-line/) - PBS, April 24, 2020.
- [Earth Day 2020 in Oregon: events you can attend from comfort of your couch](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/earth-day-2020-in-oregon-events-you-can-attend-from-comfort-of-your-couch/) - Oregonian, April 22, 2020.
- [Environmental groups question why important decisions are moving forward as public is distracted with COVID-19 closures,](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/environmental-groups-question-why-important-decisions-are-moving-forward-as-public-is-distracted-with-covid-19-closures/) - Inlander, April 16, 2020.
- [Environmental Justice Immersion brings revelations from UP's backyard](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/environmental-justice-immersion-brings-revelations-from-ups-backyard/) - The UP Beacon, April 7, 2020.
- [Enviros Urge FERC To Pull Plug On Refinery Pipeline Project](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/enviros-urge-ferc-to-pull-plug-on-refinery-pipeline-project/) - Law 360, April 2, 2020.
- [New ‘Comunidades’ awarded Group Health Foundation grant](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/new-comunidades-awarded-group-health-foundation-grant/) - Hood River News, March 28, 2020.
- [Citing virus, EPA has stopped enforcing environmental laws](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/citing-virus-epa-has-stopped-enforcing-environmental-laws/) - The Daily News, March 27, 2020.
- [Volunteers Help Monitor Water Quality in the Columbia](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/volunteers-help-monitor-water-quality-in-the-columbia/) - Columbia Insight, March 26, 2020.
- [Clatskanie-area ethanol, crude oil shipper considers adding green diesel](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/clatskanie-area-ethanol-crude-oil-shipper-considers-adding-green-diesel/) - The Daily News, March 4, 2020.
- [Local environmental group worried about the effects of Hanford budget cuts](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/local-environmental-group-worried-about-the-effects-of-hanford-budget-cuts/) - NBC Kennewick, February 26, 2020.
- [Yesteryears: 2000 — 20 years ago](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/yesteryears-2000-20-years-ago/) - Hood River, February 26, 2020.
- [Oregon landfill accepted 2 million pounds of radioactive fracking waste from North Dakota](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/oregon-landfill-accepted-2-million-pounds-of-radioactive-fracking-waste-from-north-dakota/) - Oregonian, February 14, 2020.
- [Columbia Riverkeeper asks feds to investigate Kalama methanol plant](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/columbia-riverkeeper-asks-feds-to-investigate-kalama-methanol-plant/) - The Daily News, February 13, 2020.
- [Columbia Riverkeeper Wants SEC To Investigate Kalama Methanol Project](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/columbia-riverkeeper-wants-sec-to-investigate-kalama-methanol-project/) - OPB, February 12, 2020.
- [EPA petition asks for emergency action on tainted drinking water in Eastern Oregon](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/epa-petition-asks-for-emergency-action-on-tainted-drinking-water-in-eastern-oregon/) - Statesman Journal, January 16, 2020.
- [Oregon's US Senators Join Call To Reject LNG-By-Rail Rules](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/oregons-us-senators-join-call-to-reject-lng-by-rail-rules/) - OPB, January 14, 2020.
- [How Trump’s Environmental Policy Rollback Affects The Northwest](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/how-trumps-environmental-policy-rollback-affects-the-northwest/) - OPB, Janaury 9, 2020.
- [How Trump's Environmental Policy Rollback Affects The Northwest](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/how-trumps-environmental-policy-rollback-affects-the-northwest-2/) - Jefferson Public Radio, January 9, 2020.
- [Columbia Riverkeeper Rings in the New Year With a Win on the Wenatchee](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/columbia-riverkeeper-rings-in-the-new-year-with-a-win-on-the-wenatchee/) - Columbia Insight, January 9, 2020.
- [United Natural Foods West faces suit over allegations of discharging pollutants at Washington State facility](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/united-natural-foods-west-faces-suit-over-allegations-of-discharging-pollutants-at-washington-state-facility/) - Legal Newsline, January 9, 2020.
- [Business: Port looks ahead to 2020](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/business-port-looks-ahead-to-2020/) - The Chief, January 8, 2020.
- [Crunch Pak Pays $150,000 in Clean Water Lawsuit](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/crunch-pak-pays-150000-in-clean-water-lawsuit/) - KPQ News, January 8, 2020.
- [Crunch Pak settles suit over Wenatchee River pollution output](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/crunch-pak-settles-suit-over-wenatchee-river-pollution-output/) - North Central Washington Life News, January 8, 2020.
- [Ninth Circuit Directs EPA to Approve TMDLs for Columbia and Snake Rivers](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/ninth-circuit-directs-epa-to-approve-tmdls-for-columbia-and-snake-rivers/) - The National Law Review, January 6, 2020.
- [Farmers and Salmon Advocates Agree: It’s Time to Talk about the Snake River Dams](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/farmers-and-salmon-advocates-agree-its-time-to-talk-about-the-snake-river-dams/) - EcoWatch, January 3, 2020.
- [Report weighs future of Snake River dams](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/report-weighs-future-of-snake-river-dams/) - Vashon-Maury Island Beachcomber, January 3, 2020.
- [Dams focus of federal court ruling, draft state report](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/dams-focus-of-federal-court-ruling-draft-state-report/) - The Astorian, December 27, 2019.
- [Snake River Dams focus of federal lawsuit ruling, draft state report](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/snake-river-dams-focus-of-federal-lawsuit-ruling-draft-state-report/) - The Daily News, December 26, 2019.
- [Court says EPA must regulate river temperatures for fish](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/court-says-epa-must-regulate-river-temperatures-for-fish/) - E&E News, December 20, 2019
- [Portland City Council Renews Ban on New Fossil Fuel Terminals](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/portland-city-council-renews-ban-on-new-fossil-fuel-terminals/) - Portland Mercury, December 18, 2019.
- [World’s Largest Fracked Gas Refinery Violates Federal Funding Law, Say Environmentalists](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/worlds-largest-fracked-gas-refinery-violates-federal-funding-law-say-environmentalists/) - Shadowproof, December 17, 2019.
- [Opponents Struggle To Stop A New Breed Of Oregon Fuel Terminals](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/opponents-struggle-to-stop-a-new-breed-of-oregon-fuel-terminals/) - Jefferson Public Radio, December 11, 2019.
- [Another Settlement Reached Over Columbia And Snake River Dams Leaking Oil](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/another-settlement-reached-over-columbia-and-snake-river-dams-leaking-oil/) - Northwest News Network, December 3, 2019.
- [Eastern Oregon natural gas project gets more time, but still faces hurdles](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/eastern-oregon-natural-gas-project-gets-more-time-but-still-faces-hurdles/) - Portland Business Journal, December 2, 2019.
- [Public health, environmental groups slam federal government’s latest proposed cleanup plan for Hanford Nuclear Site](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/public-health-environmental-groups-slam-federal-governments-latest-proposed-cleanup-plan-for-hanford-nuclear-site/) - Indian Country Today, November 29, 2019.
- [Oregon Supreme Court denies petition for review](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/oregon-supreme-court-denies-petition-for-review/) - St. Helens Chronicle, November 21, 2019.
- [A small Washington town may build the world's largest methanol plant, but do locals want it?](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/a-small-washington-town-may-build-the-worlds-largest-methanol-plant-but-do-locals-want-it/) - Crosscut, November 13, 2019.
- [Environmental groups sue federal agencies over Kalama methanol permits](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/environmental-groups-sue-federal-agencies-over-kalama-methanol-permits/) - The Daily News, November 13, 2019.
- [Environmentalists sue to stop Kalama methanol refinery](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/environmentalists-sue-to-stop-kalama-methanol-refinery/) - Portland Business Journal, November 12, 2019.
- [Lawsuit aims to kill stalled $2B methanol refinery project](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/lawsuit-aims-to-kill-stalled-2b-methanol-refinery-project/) - AP News, November 12, 2019.
- [In Our View: Designate Bradford Island a Superfund site](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/in-our-view-designate-bradford-island-a-superfund-site/) - The Columbian, November 10, 2019.
- [Jacob's estate donates to environmental group Hotel owner was a river advocate](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/jacobs-estate-donates-to-environmental-group-hotel-owner-was-a-river-advocate/) - Daily Astorian, November 8, 2019.
- [Editorial Board: Add Columbia River’s polluted Bradford Island to Superfund](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/editorial-board-add-columbia-rivers-polluted-bradford-island-to-superfund/) - Seattle Times, November 6, 2019.
- [Tribe, states ask feds to list Bradford Island as Superfund site](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/tribe-states-ask-feds-to-list-bradford-island-as-superfund-site/) - The Columbian, October 31, 2019.
- [How a dead whale gave new life to the debate over dams in the Pacific Northwest](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/how-a-dead-whale-gave-new-life-to-the-debate-over-dams-in-the-pacific-northwest/) - CNN, October 22, 2019
- [Northwest States And Tribes Call For Superfund Listing At Bradford Island](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/northwest-states-and-tribes-call-for-superfund-listing-at-bradford-island/) - OPB, October 18, 2019.
- [Holding the Thin Green Line](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/holding-the-thin-green-line/) - KBOO Radio, October 17, 2019.
- [Tribes want 3 Columbia River dams removed](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/tribes-want-3-columbia-river-dams-removed/) - Portland Business Journal, October 15, 2019.
- [Pacific Northwest Tribes Demand Removal of Columbia River Dams to Save Salmon, Orcas](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/pacific-northwest-tribes-demand-removal-of-columbia-river-dams-to-save-salmon-orcas/) - Time Magazine, October 14, 2019.
- [Washington Tribes Call For Removal of Columbia River Dams](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/washington-tribes-call-for-removal-of-columbia-river-dams/) - Willamette Week, October 14, 2019.
- [Westsiders at the waterside: Hands-on nature learning at Nichols Basin](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/westsiders-at-the-waterside-hands-on-nature-learning-at-nichols-basin/) - Hood River News, October 12, 2019.
- [Kalama methanol plant decision on hold](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/kalama-methanol-plant-decision-on-hold/) - Portland Business Journal, October 10, 2019.
- [Department of Ecology says more information needed before a decision on proposed Kalama methanol plant](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/department-of-ecology-says-more-information-needed-before-a-decision-on-proposed-kalama-methanol-plant/) - Seattle Times, October 9, 2019.
- [Washington Petrochemical Plant Subsidies Would Violate Federal ‘Double Dipping’ Rules Say Environmental Groups](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/washington-petrochemical-plant-subsidies-would-violate-federal-double-dipping-rules-say-environmental-groups/) - DeSmog, October 4, 2019.
- [The Bomb Train Derailment That Sparked a Resistance in the Columbia River Gorge](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/the-bomb-train-derailment-that-sparked-a-resistance-in-the-columbia-river-gorge/) - NRDC, September 30, 2019.
- [As the DOE Abandons a Toxic Mess Threatening the Columbia River](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/as-the-doe-abandons-a-toxic-mess-threatening-the-columbia-river/) - the Yakama Nation Fights Back, NRDC, September 18, 2019.
- [DEQ approves air quality permits for Clatskanie-area ethanol plant](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/deq-approves-air-quality-permits-for-clatskanie-area-ethanol-plant/) - The Daily News, September 16, 2019.
- [Tapani, Inc. settles in Clean Water Act lawsuit](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/tapani-inc-settles-in-clean-water-act-lawsuit/) - The Reflector, September 16, 2019.
- [Environmental Impact Statement on Kalama Methanol Plant Released](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/environmental-impact-statement-on-kalama-methanol-plant-released/) - The Chronicle, September 16, 2019.
- [Letter: Don’t be fooled about Kalama plant](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/letter-dont-be-fooled-about-kalama-plant/) - The Columbian, September 14, 2019.
- [Governor reappoints Threemile Canyon GM to Oregon Ag Board](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/governor-reappoints-threemile-canyon-gm-to-oregon-ag-board/) - Capital Press, September 13, 2019.
- [County OKs shoreline permits for Kalama methanol plant](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/county-oks-shoreline-permits-for-kalama-methanol-plant/) - The Daily News, September 13, 2019.
- [Controversial Kalama methanol plant gets county OK](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/controversial-kalama-methanol-plant-gets-county-ok/) - Portland Business Journal, September 13, 2019.
- [DEQ approves air quality permit](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/deq-approves-air-quality-permit/) - The Chronicle, September 12, 2019.
- [Trump administration finalizes plan to repeal Obama-era water protections](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/trump-administration-finalizes-plan-to-repeal-obama-era-water-protections/) - Daily Astorian, September 12, 2019.
- [Cowlitz County Affirms Methanol Plant Following Environmental Study](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/cowlitz-county-affirms-methanol-plant-following-environmental-study/) - OPB, September 12, 2019.
- [Biofuels project gets lease on Columbia River](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/biofuels-project-gets-lease-on-columbia-river/) - The Daily Astorian, September 8, 2019.
- [Ethanol facility closer to shipping oil along Columbia River](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/ethanol-facility-closer-to-shipping-oil-along-columbia-river/) - Daily Astorian, September 8, 2019.
- [Controversial Biofuels Project Gets Lease On Lower Columbia River](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/controversial-biofuels-project-gets-lease-on-lower-columbia-river/) - OPB, September 7, 2019.
- [DEQ approves Columbia Pacific air quality permit](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/deq-approves-columbia-pacific-air-quality-permit/) - South County Spotlight News, September 6, 2019.
- [Port approves NEXT Ground Lease](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/port-approves-next-ground-lease/) - The Chronicle, September 6, 2019.
- [Tapani agrees to settle water-quality suit](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/tapani-agrees-to-settle-water-quality-suit/) - The Columbian, September 4, 2019.
- [Oregon Ethanol Facility A Step Closer To Shipping Oil Along Columbia River](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/oregon-ethanol-facility-a-step-closer-to-shipping-oil-along-columbia-river/) - OPB, September 4, 2019.
- [Final study: Kalama methanol plant a net positive effect on climate](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/final-study-kalama-methanol-plant-a-net-positive-effect-on-climate/) - The Daily News, August 31, 2019.
- [Study: Proposed Kalama Methanol Refinery Won't Increase Global Emissions](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/study-proposed-kalama-methanol-refinery-wont-increase-global-emissions/) - OPB, August 30, 2019.
- [Puyallup Tribe tells agency to deny Tacoma LNG Permit](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/puyallup-tribe-tells-agency-to-deny-tacoma-lng-permit/) - Indian Country News, August 28, 2019.
- [Outdoors What's Happening: Yakima Valley Audubon Hanford Talk](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/outdoors-whats-happening-yakima-valley-audubon-hanford-talk/) - Yakima Herald, August 22, 2019.
- [Appeals court deals blow to big coal export terminal proposed for Longview, Washington](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/appeals-court-deals-blow-to-big-coal-export-terminal-proposed-for-longview-washington/) - Seattle Post-Intelligencer, August 20, 2019
- [Proposed Longview Coal Terminal Dealt A Blow By Appeals Court](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/proposed-longview-coal-terminal-dealt-a-blow-by-appeals-court/) - OPB, August 20, 2019.
- [Army Corps of Engineers: Lower Snake River Dam May Have Spouted 300-Gallon Oil Spill](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/army-corps-of-engineers-lower-snake-river-dam-may-have-spouted-300-gallon-oil-spill/) - Boise Weekly, August 14, 2019.
- [PENDING: Ground lease for NEXT yet to be approved](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/pending-ground-lease-for-next-yet-to-be-approved/) - The Chief, August 13, 2019.
- [Riverkeeper holds community forum on Bradford Island cleanup](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/riverkeeper-holds-community-forum-on-bradford-island-cleanup/) - Hood River News, August 10, 2019.
- [Snake River dam spills up to 300 gallons of oil into river](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/snake-river-dam-spills-up-to-300-gallons-of-oil-into-river/) - Fox Seattle, August 9, 2019.
- [Up to 300 gallons of oil may have spilled into the Snake River from a leaking dam turbine](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/up-to-300-gallons-of-oil-may-have-spilled-into-the-snake-river-from-a-leaking-dam-turbine/) - Tri-City Herald, August 8, 2019.
- [Bradford Island Cleanup](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/bradford-island-cleanup/) - OPB, August 5, 2019
- [When radioactive wastes aren’t radioactive wastes](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/when-radioactive-wastes-arent-radioactive-wastes/) - Salon, July 25, 2019.
- [Climate groups, Global Partners at odds over permits](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/climate-groups-global-partners-at-odds-over-permits/) - Columbia County Spotlight News, July 23, 2019.
- [Hundreds Convene In Portland To Block Zenith Oil Terminal Plans](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/hundreds-convene-in-portland-to-block-zenith-oil-terminal-plans/) - OPB, July 15, 2019.
- [Oregon offers extensive critique of fed’s environmental analysis of Jordan Cove LNG in Coos Bay](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/oregon-offers-extensive-critique-of-feds-environmental-analysis-of-jordan-cove-lng-in-coos-bay/) - The Oregonian, July 9, 2019.
- [Environmental groups question how Ecology is critical of Trump water quality rollbacks while trying to create workarounds of its own](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/environmental-groups-question-how-ecology-is-critical-of-trump-water-quality-rollbacks-while-trying-to-create-workarounds-of-its-own/) - The Inlander, July 9, 2019.
- [Seven ways tribes are repairing the Salish Sea and Washington waterways](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/seven-ways-tribes-are-repairing-the-salish-sea-and-washington-waterways/) - Indian Country Today, June 30, 2019.
- [Yakama Nation and Columbia Riverkeeper Demand Government Cleanup at Bradford Island](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/yakama-nation-and-columbia-riverkeeper-demand-government-cleanup-at-bradford-island/) - Columbia Insight, June 27, 2019.
- [The Hanford Journey: A Rallying Point](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/the-hanford-journey-a-rallying-point/) - Columbia Insight, June 27, 2019.
- [Port Of Vancouver Says No To New Fossil Fuel Projects](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/port-of-vancouver-says-no-to-new-fossil-fuel-projects/) - OPB, June 26, 2019.
- [Oregon regulators approve permit for manure-to-natural gas project](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/oregon-regulators-approve-permit-for-manure-to-natural-gas-project/) - Capital Press, June 26, 2019.
- [Environmentalists find issues with port policy](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/environmentalists-find-issues-with-port-policy/) - The Columbian, June 24, 2019.
- [837 acres at Clatskanie port remain farmland, for now](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/837-acres-at-clatskanie-port-remain-farmland-for-now/) - The Columbian, June 22, 2019.
- [Port moves forward on farmland rezone](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/port-moves-forward-on-farmland-rezone/) - Columbia County Spotlight, June 21, 2019.
- [Hanford Journey honors tribal leader, acknowledges ongoing fight for environmental cleanup](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/hanford-journey-honors-tribal-leader-acknowledges-ongoing-fight-for-environmental-cleanup/) - Yakima Herald-Republic, June 15, 2019.
- [Yakama Nation and Columbia Riverkeeper's boat tour to promote cleanup](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/yakama-nation-and-columbia-riverkeepers-boat-tour-to-promote-cleanup/) - NBC News, June 14, 2019.
- [Port of Kalama: Methanol Refinery Can’t Export For Fuel](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/port-of-kalama-methanol-refinery-cant-export-for-fuel/) - OPB News, June 13, 2019.
- [As controversial Washington methanol plant moves along, opposing group criticizes one lawmaker’s role](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/as-controversial-washington-methanol-plant-moves-along-opposing-group-criticizes-one-lawmakers-role/) - Seattle Times, June 3, 2019.
- [What a Week in the Fossil Fuel Fight](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/what-a-week-in-the-fossil-fuel-fight/) - KBOO Radio, May 13, 2019.
- [Gov. Jay Inslee speaks out against LNG plant in Tacoma, Methanol facility in Kalama](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/gov-jay-inslee-speaks-out-against-lng-plant-in-tacoma-methanol-facility-in-kalama/) - The Olympian, May 8, 2019.
- [Inslee pulls support from two Western Washington natural gas projects](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/inslee-pulls-support-from-two-western-washington-natural-gas-projects/) - Seattle Times, May 8, 2019.
- [Inslee in flip-flop: Opposes two big energy projects he touted](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/inslee-in-flip-flop-opposes-two-big-energy-projects-he-touted/) - Seattle PI, May 8, 2019.
- [Inslee changes tune: opposes Kalama methanol project](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/inslee-changes-tune-opposes-kalama-methanol-project/) - The Daily News, May 8, 2019.
- [Gov. Inslee speaks out against Tacoma LNG plant](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/gov-inslee-speaks-out-against-tacoma-lng-plant/) - KING5, May 8, 2019.
- [In Surprise Reversal, Inslee Opposes Washington Natural Gas Projects](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/in-surprise-reversal-inslee-opposes-washington-natural-gas-projects/) - OPB, May 8, 2019.
- [Gov. Jay Inslee speaks out against LNG plant in Tacoma, methanol facility in Kalama](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/gov-jay-inslee-speaks-out-against-lng-plant-in-tacoma-methanol-facility-in-kalama-2/) - News Tribune, May 8, 2019.
- [Controversial Kalama Methanol Plant May Be Misleading Public, Regulators](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/controversial-kalama-methanol-plant-may-be-misleading-public-regulators/) - OPB News, April 19, 2019.
- [A Natural Classroom: Nichols Natural Area recovers, serves as new grounds for learning](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/a-natural-classroom-nichols-natural-area-recovers-serves-as-new-grounds-for-learning/) - Hood River News, April 10, 2019.
- [Crude oil trains increasingly travel through Portland, alarming regulators](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/crude-oil-trains-increasingly-travel-through-portland-alarming-regulators/) - Oregonian, April 6, 2019.
- [Chelan PUD agrees to seek new permits in legal settlement](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/chelan-pud-agrees-to-seek-new-permits-in-legal-settlement/) - Wenatchee World, March 20, 2019.
- [Environmentalists At Portland City Hall Protest Zenith Oil Terminal Expansion](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/environmentalists-at-portland-city-hall-protest-zenith-oil-terminal-expansion/) - OPB, March 13, 2019.
- [As oil trains roll into Portland, city residents keep watch](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/as-oil-trains-roll-into-portland-city-residents-keep-watch/) - High Country News, March 13, 2019.
- [Once Upon a Delta: The past is part of the future at Nichols Natural Area](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/once-upon-a-delta-the-past-is-part-of-the-future-at-nichols-natural-area/) - Gorge Magazine, Spring 2019.
- [Opinion: The state must reject new gas and oil projects to save the planet](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/opinion-the-state-must-reject-new-gas-and-oil-projects-to-save-the-planet/) - Seattle Times, February 24, 2019.
- [Protesters blast gas fracking needed for Kalama methanol plant](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/protesters-blast-gas-fracking-needed-for-kalama-methanol-plant/) - The Daily News, February 22, 2019.
- [The Legacy of Lost Valley Farms: One mega-dairy’s mess could permanently alter Oregon’s dairy industry](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/the-legacy-of-lost-valley-farms-one-mega-dairys-mess-could-permanently-alter-oregons-dairy-industry/) - Columbia Insight, February 21, 2019.
- [Wheeler seeks to block expanded oil by rail shipments](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/wheeler-seeks-to-block-expanded-oil-by-rail-shipments/) - KOIN 6 News, February 20, 2019.
- [Mayor Wheeler, enviros vow to block expanded oil by rail shipments](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/mayor-wheeler-enviros-vow-to-block-expanded-oil-by-rail-shipments/) - Portland Tribune, February 20, 2019.
- [Washington State Expected to Regulate Federal Dams](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/washington-state-expected-to-regulate-federal-dams/) - U.S. News & World Report
- [Oregon Community Foundation Report Features Columbia Riverkeeper](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/oregon-community-foundation-report-features-columbia-riverkeeper/) - Oregonians Mobilizing for Change, February 18, 2019.
- [“Keep It In the Ground” Movement Getting Fossil Fuel Industry’s Attention](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/keep-it-in-the-ground-movement-getting-fossil-fuel-industrys-attention/) - U.S. Chamber Report February 17, 2019.
- [Petroleum Terminal Expands To Allow More Oil Trains Into Portland](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/petroleum-terminal-expands-to-allow-more-oil-trains-into-portland/) - OPB, February 7, 2019.
- [Federal, Washington Officials Spar Over Water Quality Regulations At Dams](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/federal-washington-officials-spar-over-water-quality-regulations-at-dams/) - Jefferson Public Radio, February 7, 2019.
- [Port of Columbia County site signs sale agreement with Shell](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/port-of-columbia-county-site-signs-sale-agreement-with-shell/) - The Daily News, February 6, 2019.
- [EPA ices Washington state’s effort to regulate hot water in Columbia, Snake rivers](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/epa-ices-washington-states-effort-to-regulate-hot-water-in-columbia-snake-rivers/) - Seattle Times, February 6, 2019.
- [Washington state to regulate federal dams on Columbia, Snake to cool hot water, aid salmon](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/washington-state-to-regulate-federal-dams-on-columbia-snake-to-cool-hot-water-aid-salmon/) - Seattle Times, January 31, 2019.
- [Oregon and Washington reject federal government’s proposal to reclassify radioactive waste at Hanford](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/oregon-and-washington-reject-federal-governments-proposal-to-reclassify-radioactive-waste-at-hanford/) - Columbia Insight, January 24, 2019.
- [Cashmere company Crunch Pak faces lawsuit over pollutant emissions](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/cashmere-company-crunch-pak-faces-lawsuit-over-pollutant-emissions/) - Spokesman-Review, January 10, 2019.
- [Environmental lawsuit targets apple processor over storm runoff](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/environmental-lawsuit-targets-apple-processor-over-storm-runoff/) - Capital Press, January 8, 2019.
- [Groups hit back at methanol plant analysis](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/groups-hit-back-at-methanol-plant-analysis/) - The Reflector, January 7, 2019.
- [The Dalles Dam: A (leaky) year in review](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/the-dalles-dam-a-leaky-year-in-review/) - Columbia Insight, January 4, 2019.
- [Port Westward expansion remanded to county](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/port-westward-expansion-remanded-to-county/) - Capital Press, January 3, 2019.
- [Nuclear cleanup tests Rick Perry, as administration presses for budget cuts](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/nuclear-cleanup-tests-rick-perry-as-administration-presses-for-budget-cuts/) - Houston Chronicle, December 28, 2018.
- [Columbia River dam operator sued over oil, lubricant discharges](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/columbia-river-dam-operator-sued-over-oil-lubricant-discharges/) - Reuters, December 14, 2018.
- [Think Out Loud Debates Methanol Plant](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/think-out-loud-debates-methanol-plant/) - OPB News, December 12, 2018.
- [Taxpayers May Soon Be on the Hook for a $2 Billion Fracked Gas Refinery](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/taxpayers-may-soon-be-on-the-hook-for-a-2-billion-fracked-gas-refinery/) - Pacific Standard Magazine, November 7, 2018.
- [Federal judge orders EPA to protect salmon from warm temps in Columbia River basin](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/federal-judge-orders-epa-to-protect-salmon-from-warm-temps-in-columbia-river-basin/) - Seattle Times, October 17, 2018.
- [EPA Must Protect Salmon From Warming Waters](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/epa-must-protect-salmon-from-warming-waters/) - Judge Rules, OPB News, October 17, 2018.
- [Judge says cool the rivers. Group says remove the dams](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/judge-says-cool-the-rivers-group-says-remove-the-dams/) - Tri-City Herald, October 16, 2018.
- [Salmon Fishing in the U.S., New Threats to Age-Old Native Life](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/salmon-fishing-in-the-u-s-new-threats-to-age-old-native-life/) - Place, October 16, 2018.
- [Army Corps revives review of Longview coal-export project](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/army-corps-revives-review-of-longview-coal-export-project/) - The Columbian, October 16, 2018.
- [Kalama Methanol Refinery on the Public Dole](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/kalama-methanol-refinery-on-the-public-dole/) - KBOO Radio, October 15, 2018.
- [Fueling a movement: Don Steinke gathers 2,444 signatures for I-1631](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/fueling-a-movement-don-steinke-gathers-2444-signatures-for-i-1631/) - The Columbian, October 8, 2018.
- [On the road to zero carbon, Portland pinches off fossil fuels](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/on-the-road-to-zero-carbon-portland-pinches-off-fossil-fuels/) - Thomson Reuters Foundation, October 4, 2018.
- [Trump Officials Just Killed A Safety Rule For Trains Carrying Oil](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/trump-officials-just-killed-a-safety-rule-for-trains-carrying-oil/) - BuzzFeed, September 24, 2018.
- [Activist groups say give us our dammed Snake River back](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/activist-groups-say-give-us-our-dammed-snake-river-back/) - Tri-City Herald, August 24, 2018.
- [How We Fight to Protect the Columbia River From Fossil Fuel Pollution–and Win](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/how-we-fight-to-protect-the-columbia-river-from-fossil-fuel-pollution-and-win/) - EcoWatch, August 24, 2018.
- [Port to consider $1.1 billion renewable diesel plant in Clatskanie](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/port-to-consider-1-1-billion-renewable-diesel-plant-in-clatskanie/) - The Daily News, August 24, 2018.
- [Riverkeeper sues feds over Kalama methanol plant application](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/riverkeeper-sues-feds-over-kalama-methanol-plant-application/) - The Daily News, August 24, 2018.
- [A Dispute Is Brewing Over Mercury Air Pollution Along The Columbia River](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/a-dispute-is-brewing-over-mercury-air-pollution-along-the-columbia-river/) - OPB, August 24, 2018.
- [Kalama refinery project elicits lawsuit from Columbia Riverkeeper](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/kalama-refinery-project-elicits-lawsuit-from-columbia-riverkeeper/) - DJC, August 23, 2018.
- [Oregon settles suit with environmentalists over stormwater pollution](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/oregon-settles-suit-with-environmentalists-over-stormwater-pollution/) - AP News, August 21, 2018.
- [Letters: Better for it](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/letters-better-for-it/) - The Longview Daily News, August 21, 2018.
- [Settlement could bring hard stormwater pollution limits for Oregon businesses](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/settlement-could-bring-hard-stormwater-pollution-limits-for-oregon-businesses/) - Portland Business Journal, August 20, 2018.
- [Oregon Settles Lawsuit Over Stormwater Pollution](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/oregon-settles-lawsuit-over-stormwater-pollution/) - OPB, August 20, 2018.
- [Pollution settlement may fix system that increased toxic waterways, advocates say](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/pollution-settlement-may-fix-system-that-increased-toxic-waterways-advocates-say/) - Oregonian, August 20, 2018.
- [Riverkeeper wants to tell you about Hanford proposal](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/riverkeeper-wants-to-tell-you-about-hanford-proposal/) - The Columbian, August 17, 2018.
- [Letters: Riverkeeper](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/letters-riverkeeper/) - The Longview Daily News, August 16, 2018.
- [Letters: Good Stewards, The Longview Daily News](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/letters-good-stewards-the-longview-daily-news/) - August 10, 2018.
- [Letter: Understanding Riverkeeper's work](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/letter-understanding-riverkeepers-work/) - The Longview Daily News, August 7, 2018.
- [Temperatures predicted to top 100 degrees](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/temperatures-predicted-to-top-100-degrees/) - Hood River News, August 7, 2018.
- [Letters: The value of our wilderness](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/letters-the-value-of-our-wilderness/) - The Longview Daily News, August 1, 2018.
- [Letters: The Blame Game](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/letters-the-blame-game/) - The Longview Daily News, August 1, 2018.
- [Court Decision Means Portland Can Sharply Restrict Fossil Fuel Terminal Expansion](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/court-decision-means-portland-can-sharply-restrict-fossil-fuel-terminal-expansion/) - OPB, August 1, 2018.
- [Portland’s efforts to crack down on fossil fuels just won big](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/portlands-efforts-to-crack-down-on-fossil-fuels-just-won-big/) - ThinkProgress, August 1, 2018.
- [Letters: Let’s lead the way](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/letters-lets-lead-the-way/) - The Longview Daily News, July 30, 2018.
- [When it comes to Hanford's toxic pollution, a fence just isn't enough...](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/when-it-comes-to-hanfords-toxic-pollution-a-fence-just-isnt-enough/) - Tri-City Herald, July 17, 2018.
- [Riverkeeper: Stronger than ever?](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/riverkeeper-stronger-than-ever/) - The Daily News, July 15, 2018.
- [Oregon revokes permit for mega-dairy Lost Valley Farm](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/oregon-revokes-permit-for-mega-dairy-lost-valley-farm/) - Portland Business Journal, June 28, 2018.
- [Montana attorney general blasts Inslee over Millennium project in NYT editorial](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/montana-attorney-general-blasts-inslee-over-millennium-project-in-nyt-editorial/) - The Daily News, June 22, 2018.
- [Students learn at Nichols Natural Area](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/students-learn-at-nichols-natural-area/) - Hood River News, June 13, 2018
- [A Year's Worth of Controversy Hasn't Put this Oregon Dairy Under...Yet](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/a-years-worth-of-controversy-hasnt-put-this-oregon-dairy-under-yet/) - OPB News, May 31, 2018.
- [The 60-Year Downfall of Nuclear Power in the U.S. Has Left a Huge Mess](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/the-60-year-downfall-of-nuclear-power-in-the-u-s-has-left-a-huge-mess/) - The Atlantic, May 28, 2018.
- [Oregon officials say they plan to stop mega-dairy violations—again](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/oregon-officials-say-they-plan-to-stop-mega-dairy-violations-again/) - Oregonian, May 17, 2018.
- [DEQ wading through comments about Carty plant](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/deq-wading-through-comments-about-carty-plant/) - East Oregonian, May 14, 2018
- [Army Corps of Engineers say 474 gallons of oil could have spilled into Columbia River](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/army-corps-of-engineers-say-474-gallons-of-oil-could-have-spilled-into-columbia-river/) - The Oregonian, March 29, 2018.
- [Vancouver port, groups reach agreement in open meetings suit](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/vancouver-port-groups-reach-agreement-in-open-meetings-suit/) - The Columbian, March 20, 2018.
- [Riverkeeper hosts volunteer training](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/riverkeeper-hosts-volunteer-training/) - Hood River News, March 18, 2018.
- [Groups prepare appeal of farmland rezone](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/groups-prepare-appeal-of-farmland-rezone/) - South County Spotlight News, March 16, 2018.
- [Proposed $2B energy storage project on <em>Columbia</em> inches forward](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/proposed-2b-energy-storage-project-on-columbia-inches-forward/) - Portland Business Journal, March 9, 2018.
- [Environmental groups call for new review of Kalama methanol plant](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/environmental-groups-call-for-new-review-of-kalama-methanol-plant/) - The Longview Daily News, March 8, 2018.
- [Vancouver Energy ends bid to build nation's biggest oil-train terminal along Columbia River,](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/vancouver-energy-ends-bid-to-build-nations-biggest-oil-train-terminal-along-columbia-river/) - Seattle Times, Feb. 28, 2018.
- [New Permit Would Allow More Pollution From Boardman Plant](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/media-link/new-permit-would-allow-more-pollution-from-boardman-plant/) - AP News, Feb. 22, 2018.

## Events

- [Oregon Data Center Advisory Committee Meeting 6: Additional Considerations and Deliberations](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/event/meeting-6/) - Now is your chance to speak up about the massive increase in data centers in Oregon. The Oregon Data Center Advisory Committee is holding monthly meetings with opportunity for public comment to express concerns and ask questions - they need to hear from you!
- [Rumble on the River #32: We're Not Gonna Take the Heat](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/event/rumble-32/) - With experts predicting a sizzling summer for Oregon, after the lowest snowpack ever recorded, we continue to struggle to decarbonize and put the brakes on climate-caused disasters. How do we organize to mitigate and respond effectively?
- [Oregon Data Center Advisory Committee Meeting 5: Data Centers, Energy Affordability, Revenue, and Incentives](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/event/meeting-5/) - Now is your chance to speak up about the massive increase in data centers in Oregon. The Oregon Data Center Advisory Committee is holding monthly meetings with opportunity for public comment to express concerns and ask questions - they need to hear from you!
- [Oregon Data Center Advisory Committee Public Listening Session 2](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/event/public-listening-session-2/) - Oregon Data Center Advisory Committee public listening session on the rise in data centers resulting in a massive increase in demand for energy, water and land.
- [Webinar 6/12: Collision Course –  Hanford Cleanup, Nuclear Energy, and Data Centers](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/event/webinar-6-12-26/) - We will explore the myth of nuclear reprocessing, why adding new nuclear to the Hanford Nuclear Site is a bad idea, and how the parasitic nature of nuclear energy and data centers are creating a new wave of environmental justice burdens falling squarely on the shoulders Indigenous frontline communities.
- [Rumble on the River #31](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/event/rumble-31/) - Free community meeting. In response to the disheartening onslaught against democracy, humanity, and life on our planet, we come together for inspirations, ideas, and actions that will energize us to create a humane and supportive community. Come learn what other neighborhoods and networks are doing and how you can get engaged.
- [Oregon Data Center Advisory Committee Meeting 4: Data Centers and Energy](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/event/meeting-4-data-centers-and-energy/) - Speak up about the massive increase in data centers in Oregon! An opportunity to express concerns and questions to the Oregon Data Center Advisory Committee.
- [Virtual Public Meeting: Support New Oregon Dept. of Energy Rule](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/event/virtual-public-meeting-5-15-2026/) - On May 15, 2026, the Energy Facility Siting Council (EFSC) will consider whether to move a new rule update forward proposed by the Oregon Dept. of Energy (ODOE). The new rule proposes changes and fee increases for truck and rail carriers of radioactive material through the state. Fee increases would support emergency preparedness response. Why:
- [Public Meeting: Hanford Cleanup Priorities](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/event/public-meeting-hanford-cleanup-priorities/) - Join Columbia Riverkeeper on May 4 for the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) annual public meeting on the Hanford Nuclear Site’s cleanup priorities.
- [Invitation to Visit Pushpum](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/event/invitation-to-visit-pushpum/) - Join us May 8 for a rare opportunity to see the site of the proposed Goldendale Pumped Storage development that threatens to destroy sacred Tribal lands Known to the Yakama Nation as “mother of all roots,” Pushpum is a sacred site for Yakama Nation ceremonies, legends, and gathering of traditional roots and medicines. Rye Development
- [Rumble on the River #30](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/event/rumble-30/) - Rumble #30: What is the Deal with Data Centers - Episode 2 Like the springtime emergence of invasive plants, data centers appear to be cropping up everywhere. Aside from providing limited long-term employment opportunities and receiving tax breaks, data centers demand extreme amounts of water, energy and land. Rumble 30 is the second and all-new
- [Hood River Film Screening: These Sacred Hills](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/event/hood-river-film-screening-these-sacred-hills/) - This screening is sold out! Join the waitlist in case tickets become available. You are invited to a showing of the award winning documentary, These Sacred Hills, a powerful three-year collaboration between filmmakers Jacob Bailey, Christopher Ward, and members of the Rock Creek Band of the Yakama Nation in Klickitat County. The film follows members
- [Wyden Town Hall - Hood River County 3/31 at 4 p.m.](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/event/wyden-town-hall-hood-river/) - Senator Ron Wyden is hosting a town hall in Hood River County on March 31 Have you heard about the proposed public-land giveaway of 150 acres in the Mount Hood National Forest? Now is your chance to urge Senator Wyden to oppose this public land giveaway. What: Wyden Town Hall - Hood River County When:
- [Wyden Town Hall - Wasco County 3/31 at 12 p.m.](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/event/wyden-town-hall-wasco/) - Senator Ron Wyden is hosting a town hall in Wasco County on March 31 Have you heard about the proposed public-land giveaway of 150-acres in the Mount Hood National Forest? Now is your chance to urge Senator Wyden to oppose this public land giveaway. What: Wyden Town Hall - Wasco County When: March 31, 2026
- [You’re Invited! Press Conference March 31](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/event/press-conference-march-31/) - Neighborhood Associations and Organizations Say: “Protect Our City from CEI Hub Risks” Join us for a public press conference at 11 a.m. on March 31 to stand with neighborhood associations and organizations to say: “Protect Our City from CEI Hub Risks.” Portland’s Critical Energy Infrastructure (CEI) Hub is a serious threat to the health and
- [Rumble on the River #29](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/event/rumble-29/) - RIGGED FOR RUIN: Methane, An Accelerating Threat To Health & Climate. For the past two decades communities in the Northwest have defeated methane gas export terminals. Despite these successes, the “natural” gas industry continues to push their product. Come learn about methane's many harms and alternatives to its use—such as thermal heat networks. Discussion will
- [2026 Earth Day Cleanup](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/event/2026-earth-day-cleanup/) - Gather your friends and family and join us to celebrate Earth Day and give back to the Columbia River! Please join Columbia Riverkeeper for a river cleanup and invasive weed pull at the Nichols Natural Area near the Hood River Waterfront. This annual volunteer event supports clean water, vibrant communities, and healthy habitats. All ages
- [Webinar 2/26: Underwater Power Line](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/event/webinar-2-26/) - “High Voltage, High Risk: What You Need to Know (and Do) about the Underwater Power Line in the Columbia” A 60-minute webinar in which we discuss environmental and Tribal concerns about this project. What: “High Voltage, High Risk: What You Need to Know (and Do) about the Underwater Power Line in the Columbia,” a 60-minute
- [Rumble on the River 28](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/event/rumble-28/) - Join us to hear about the growing concerns around the proliferation of data centers. Data center growth is exploding across the region, threatening farmland, habitat, clean water, and our climate goals. Enticed by abundant water, energy and tax breaks from cash strapped local communities, Big Tech companies such as Amazon, Microsoft, and Google have made
- [Critical Energy Infrastructure Hub Webinar](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/event/critical-energy-infrastructure-hub-webinar/) - Perilous Fuel Tanks: Oregon’s Ticking Time Bomb Please join us on December 4 for the online event Perilous Fuel Tanks: Oregon’s Ticking Time Bomb. This event is a panel discussion about the long-reaching environmental effects of a collapse of the Critical Energy Infrastructure Hub (CEI Hub); the statewide consequences for our fuel supply; and past,
- [Rumble on the River #27](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/event/rumble-on-the-river-27/) - Wild About Our Waterways - Meet Your Local Riverkeepers Join the Riverkeepers of the Willamette, Tualatin, and Columbia rivers for an evening of stories, strategy, and shared purpose. Hear updates on the work each organization is leading—from local restoration projects and community programs to collaborative policy efforts that defend clean water and healthy habitats across
- [Webinar: Unpacking the Impacts of Data Centers 11/13](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/event/webinar-unpacking-the-impacts-of-data-centers-11-13/) - Gain insights into the impacts of data centers and how policy makers can tackle their growing energy and water appetite What: A 60-minute webinar on the latest research and policy efforts to address the impacts of data centers in the Pacific Northwest. When: Thursday, November 13, 2025, from 12 - 1 p.m. PST. How: RSVP.
- [Webinar: This Is Native Land](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/event/webinar-this-is-native-land/) - From Hanford to Pushpum, explore how Yakama Nation and partners are protecting Indigenous history and cultural heritage across the Columbia Plateau What: A 60-minute webinar on the Yakama Nation and SaveHistory.org collaboration on the latest edition of the children’s activity book: Save Indigenous History – Yakama Nation Collaboration. When: Wednesday, November 5, 2025, from 2
- [Chasing Chimeras at St. Johns Twin Cinema](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/event/chasing-chimeras-at-st-johns-twin-cinema/) - Film Screening & Panel Discussion! If you missed last month’s screening, you have another opportunity to see Barbara Bernstein’s latest documentary, Chasing Chimeras: The Lure of Deceptive Climate Solutions, on October 15 at 7 pm at St. Johns Twin Cinema, 8704 N Lombard St in Portland, OR. The screening will feature a post-movie panel discussion
- [Hanford Journey Field Trip](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/event/hanford-journey-field-trip/) - Yakama Nation Environmental Restoration Waste Management (YN ERWM) and Columbia Riverkeeper present the Hanford Journey Field Trip, an educational student experience on the Hanford Reach! The Hanford Journey Field Trip will gather students to inspire the next generation to protect the Columbia River from the Hanford Nuclear Site’s nuclear legacy. This educational STEM event engages
- [BOOK TALK 6/18 IN PDX](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/event/book-talk-6-18-in-pdx-2/) - Big River: Resilience and Renewal in the Columbia Basin with photographer David Moskowitz and author Eileen Delehanty Pearkes Experience a presentation of the new book “Big River: Resilience and Renewal in the Columbia Basin,” where photographer David Moskowitz, author Eileen Delehanty Pearkes, and special guests will showcase a multimedia journey along the Columbia River from source
- [Chasing Chimeras at Cinema 21](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/event/chasing-chimeras-at-cinema-21/) - Film Screening & Panel Discussion! Make plans to attend a special screening of Barbara Bernstein’s latest documentary, Chasing Chimeras: The Lure of Deceptive Climate Solutions, featuring a post-movie panel discussion with the filmmaker and people featured in the film, including staff from Columbia Riverkeeper. Buy Tickets
- [“Science Beneath the Surface: The Science and Stakes of Columbia River Pollution”](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/event/science-beneath-the-surface-the-science-and-stakes-of-columbia-river-pollution/) - Webinar 10/22 Who are the people studying toxic pollution on the Columbia and why does their research matter? “Science Beneath the Surface: The Science and Stakes of Columbia River Pollution,” is your chance to learn about cutting edge research and ask questions to scientists who have devoted their careers to clean water and the people
- [Rumble on the River #25](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/event/rumble25/) - What Can We Do About The CEI Hub? It is time for the 25th Rumble on the River Community Forum! Join us on September 25 to celebrate the 25th Rumble and learn more about what’s happened and what’s ahead with the ongoing CEI Hub Policy Project. The CEI Hub has been a recurring topic at
- [Columbia River Volunteer Cleanup](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/event/nichols-natural-area-cleanup/) - Gather your friends and family and join us to celebrate stewardship and give back to the Columbia River! Please join Columbia Riverkeeper for a river cleanup and invasive weed pull at the Nichols Natural Area near the Hood River Waterfront. Help protect clean water and create room for healthy and diverse riparian habitat. October 4
- [Voices for the West: What’s NEXT? Oregon’s Massively ‘False’ Climate Solution](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/event/voices-for-the-west-whats-next-oregons-massively-false-climate-solution/) - Houston-based company NEXT Renewable Fuels (NEXT) wants to build a non-conventional diesel refinery in the Columbia River Estuary near Clatskanie, Oregon. The second largest of its kind in the nation, the NEXT refinery’s energy-intensive process to create alternative fuels would consume as much fracked gas as the City of Eugene, and is permitted to emit
- [Never Again: Art Speaks Where Words Fail](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/event/never-again-art-speaks-where-words-fail/) - Never Again: Art Speaks Where Words Fail – Art’s Enduring Protest 80 Years Later Hiroshima & Nagasaki Memorial Japanese American Historical Plaza, NW Naito Parkway at NW Couch Street Portland OR Wednesday, August 6, 2025 6:00pm-7:00pm This year marks 80 years since the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki. As we reflect on this solemn
- [A Day of Reflection](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/event/day-of-reflection-boat-tour/) - A Day of Reflection: Nuclear Remembrance in the Yakama Community Hanford Reach Boat Tour August 1 @ 7:30 am - 12:00 pm PDT Vernita Boat Launch Meeting Point: Yakama Nation Agency Building 401 Fort Rd Toppenish, WA 98948 Join Columbia Riverkeeper and Yakama Nation’s Environmental Restoration Waste Management Program as we host the Fierce Nonviolence
- [A Day of Reflection](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/event/day-of-reflection/) - A Day of Reflection: Nuclear Remembrance in the Yakama Community Traditional Lunch + Speaker Panel + Yakama Nation Tour August 1 @ 12:00 – 4 pm PDT Yakama Nation Cultural Heritage Center Nchi Wana Room 100 Spiel-yi Loop, Toppenish, WA 98948 Join Columbia Riverkeeper and Yakama Nation’s Environmental Restoration Waste Management Program as we host
- [Hanford Public Meeting](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/event/hanford-public-meeting/) - Hanford Public Meeting Tell Energy that leaked high level waste is still high level waste About the public meeting: The Department of Energy has issued a 30-day public comment period from June 9 through August 18, 2025. This extension came after requests from Columbia Riverkeeper, Heart of America Northwest, and Hanford Challenge. Energy is holding
- [Atomic Bamboozle Film Screening](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/event/atomic-bamboozle-film-screening/) - What do the Trojan Nuclear Plant and today’s so-called "small modular reactors" have in common? A lot more than you think. Join us on June 24 for a screening of the powerful film, Atomic Bamboozle—a documentary that unpacks the legacy of nuclear resistance in the Northwest and the dangerous myths surrounding a new wave of
- [First Zenith Public Hearing and Rally - In Person](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/event/9160/) - URGENT UPDATE as of 2p.m. on May 12, 2025 Because of an unsubstantiated anonymous tip about potential disruptions at tonight’s Zenith hearing, University of Portland’s security has threatened to involve the police if any “rally” occurs outside the hearing venue. This could include holding signs, chanting, or other unspecified behavior. We hope that you will
- [Second Zenith Public Hearing - Virtual](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/event/9160-2/) - This is our second chance to show up and give virtual testimony in opposition to Zenith’s proposal. DEQ will share information about the draft air quality permit, answer questions, and accept verbal comments. WHEN: Thursday May 15 from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. WHEN: Register to join online via Zoom Join via phone by calling 253-215-8782 WHERE:
- [No Nuclear Day of Action](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/event/no-nuclear-day-of-action/) - May 19: Day of Action to Keep Oregon Nuclear-Free Mark your calendar for the Keep Oregon Nuclear-Free Day of Action on May 19. Whether you can make it to Salem to meet with your legislators in person, or join a virtual meeting, we need your help to ensure that the Oregon legislature hears loud and
- [Rumble on the River #23](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/event/rumble23-2/) - Rumble #23 - Care and Courage: Building Community and Fighting Back in Uncertain Times will be held on Wednesday, May 7. Doors open for info tables at 5:30 p.m. Panel starts at 6:30 p.m. The Rumble will be held at Trinity United Methodist Church. Panel: - Francisco Aguirre: Executive Director: VIVA Inclusive Migrant Network -
- [Celebrate Earth Day at Northlake Garden & Food Forest](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/event/celebrate-earth-day-at-northlake-garden-food-forest/) - A community celebration of stewardship, sustainability, and springtime! Join Lower Columbia School Gardens and partners for a hands-on, family-friendly Earth Day celebration. Tour the Northlake Garden & Food Forest, connect with local organizations, and learn how to care for the earth through activities, education, and community building. Be sure to stop by the Columbia Riverkeeper
- [Sugarpine x Lardo sandwich collab](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/event/sugarpine-x-lardo-sandwich-collab/) - Collaboration sandwich benefits Columbia Riverkeeper Throughout the month of April you can purchase Sugarpine Drive-In Big Island Blue Plate mochiko chicken fried steak chefwich at Lardo with a portion of proceeds benefiting Columbia Riverkeeper. https://www.lardosandwiches.com/ https://sugarpinedrivein.com/
- [PDX Film Screening](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/event/pdx-film-screening/) - Come watch Barbara Bernstein’s latest film, "Chasing Chimeras: The Lure of Deceptive Climate Solutions." Cinema 21, 616 NW 21st Ave, Portland Sunday, April 27, 2025, at 4 PM Purchase Tickets Here "Chasing Chimeras: The Lure of Deceptive Climate Solutions" tells stories of people living in the crosshairs of fossil fuel industry proposals, working to expose
- [2025 Earth Day Cleanup](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/event/2025-earth-day-cleanup/) - Gather your friends and family and join us to celebrate Earth Day and give back to the Columbia River! Please join Columbia Riverkeeper for a river cleanup and invasive weed pull at the Nichols Natural Area near the Hood River Waterfront. Help beautify the river and create room for healthy and diverse riparian habitat. We
- [Raise your voice!](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/event/raise-your-voice/) - Spokane Hanford Community Forum Spokane, we want to hear from you! Who: Columbia Riverkeeper and Hanford Challenge What: Spokane Hanford Community Forum When: April 10, 2025 5:30-7:30 p.m. - forum starts at 6 p.m. Where: Uprise Brewing Company, the Mezzanine, 617 N Ash St, Spokane, WA 99201 Why: We want to hear from you, Spokane!
- [Columbia River Canoe Project](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/event/columbia-river-canoe-project/) - An Adventure from the Continental Divide to the Pacific Ocean The Columbia River Canoe Project film follows a 1,300-mile canoe expedition from the Continental Divide near Butte, Montana, all the way to the Pacific Ocean. Followed by panel discussion about the health of the Columbia River with Robert Lester, Columbia River Canoe Project leader, and
- [RUMBLE ON THE RIVER #20: The Rumble Run-Down](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/event/rumble-on-the-river-20-the-rumble-run-down/) - Join the 20th Rumble on the River community forum, featuring two Columbia Riverkeeper staff members! This panel will give a run-down of four important local issues: Zenith Energy’s Expansion Schemes PGE’s Proposed Intrusion Into Forest Park Port Westward Plans: Massive Refinery & Rail Yard in the Columbia River Estuary Surge of Artificial Intelligence & Data
- [Columbia Riverkeeper at the Public Interest Environmental Law Conference (PIELC)](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/event/columbia-riverkeeper-at-the-public-interest-environmental-law-conference-pielc/) - Columbia Riverkeeper is headed to PIELC! Find us at the following panels: Greenwashing on the Columbia River: Stopping the NEXT Refinery A company called NEXT wants to build a massive "renewable" diesel refinery on the Columbia River. It's a dirty deal for climate, salmon, and local farmers. Come learn from 4 attorneys about the legal
- [Migration to Community: Latinos/as at Hanford and the Tri-Cities](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/event/migration-to-community-latinos-as-at-hanford-and-the-tri-cities/) - You are invited! Opening reception of the Migration to Community: Latinos/as at Hanford and the Tri-Cities Exhibit is held at the REACH Museum on February 7th from 5:30 - 7 p.m. REACH Museum 1943 Columbia Park Trail Richland, WA 99353 Curated by Drew Gamboa, Latino Community Outreach Intern with Manhattan Project NHP, this exhibit draws
- [Come Celebrate! DEQ Cancels Zenith Hearings!](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/event/zenith-in-person-public-hearing-and-rally-with-deq/) - Big news: you spoke up and it worked! The Oregon Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) just paused the air permitting process for Zenith Energy and canceled two public hearings scheduled for Nov. 19 and Dec. 4. The change in plans is due to findings from DEQ’s unannounced inspection of Zenith’s facility on Nov. 13.
- [Zenith Public Info Session with DEQ](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/event/zenith-public-info-session-with-deq/) - Public information meeting with Oregon Department of Environmental Quality This is an opportunity for folks to ask DEQ questions about the Zenith proposal. Please read the Question and Answer document ahead of time.
- [Rumble on the River](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/event/rumble-on-the-river/) - There is a Rumble on the River, and it’s coming from the Columbia River Estuary. Join us on October 16 at 7 p.m. for a virtual webinar to learn more about a major, generational error in the works that could impact the Columbia River that sustains all of us. Join Columbia Riverkeeper’s Dan Serres and
- [Big River Gathering](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/event/big-river-gathering/) - Join Columbia Riverkeeper for a fun, inspiring community event. The Big River Gathering will elevate your spirits and ground you in the enormous beauty, longevity, and power that is the Columbia River as we navigate trying times, together! What: Big River Gathering When: Thursday, November 21, 6:30 - 9:00 p.m. Where: The Ruins, 13 Railroad
- [Toppling Fossil Fuel Giants](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/event/toppling-fossil-fuel-giants/) - Stories of Community Triumph, A night with Tennessee Rep. Justin J. Pearson Join PNW activists and organizations as we host Tennessee State Representative Justin J. Pearson to learn about his community’s triumph against the Byhalia Connection Pipeline project in Southwest Memphis. Hear from local environmental justice advocates about past victories in our region and the
- [What's the Deal with New Nuclear?](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/event/whats-the-deal-with-new-nuclear/) - Save the date: Webinar on Tuesday, October 22, 12 to 1 p.m. Pacific Time Columbia Riverkeeper invites you to explore the problems with “new” nuclear power, why it is not part of a just transition to a clean energy future, and why siting more nuclear power plants on the Columbia River should be a non-starter.
- [Cleanup at Nichols Natural Area](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/event/community-river-cleanup-at-nichols-natural-area/) - After a busy summer by the water, now is the perfect time to join together and take action towards creating a cleaner and healthier river. This is a family friendly event but children should be accompanied by an adult. We hope you can join us! WHEN: Saturday, September 21, 2024, from 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. WHERE: Nichols Natural Area, in front of the Hampton Inn, near the Hood River pedestrian bridge.
- [Atomic Bamboozle Online Film Showing and Webinar](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/event/atomic-bamboozle-online-film-showing-and-webinar/) - Atomic Bamboozle Sierra Club Nuclear Free Film Series Atomic Bamboozle online film showing and webinar: Don't miss the free online showing of the film, "Atomic Bamboozle: The False Promise of a Nuclear Renaissance" featuring Columbia Riverkeeper's Executive Director, Lauren Goldberg. The film is available free online, thanks to the Sierra Club Grassroots Network Nuclear Free
- [Tell DEQ to Reject Refinery in Estuary](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/event/tell-deq-to-reject-refinery-in-estuary/) - Oregon just opened a public comment period on NEXT Renewable Fuels’ proposal to build a massive diesel refinery in the Columbia River Estuary. The refinery would be among the largest of its kind in America and one of the top greenhouse gas polluters in Oregon. Many local residents and farmers who rely on clean water
- [Veterans for Peace Golden Rule Project](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/event/veterans-for-peace-golden-rule/) - Join us in welcoming the Golden Rule! See the Golden Rule as it sails into Portland accompanied by "Mosquito Fleet" and more! This is a great chance to see the Golden Rule and greet the crew as they arrive. After, at 2 p.m. there will be a Peace Party and picnic in Tom McCall Park
- [El Grito](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/event/el-grito/) - Celebrate El Grito in White Salmon (Mexican Independence and Hispanic Heritage Month) on September 15 from 3pm to 6pm at Rhinegarden Park in White Salmon, Washington. El Grito represents one of the most emblematic Mexican civic celebrations. It remembers the moment Father Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla, priest of the town of Dolores, rang the parish
- [Hanford Happy Hour](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/event/hanford-happy-hour/) - Join Columbia Riverkeeper for our Hanford Happy Hour, a time to connect about the Hanford Nuclear Site. Learn about Riverkeeper’s advocacy efforts, recent clean up updates, and how you can get more involved. Snacks will be provided.
- [Vancouver Peace and Justice Fair](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/event/vancouver-peace-and-justice-fair/) - Join Columbia Riverkeeper at the Vancouver Peace and Justice Fair on September 14, 2024 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. This fair builds community among grassroots peace and justice groups in Southwest Washington and explores the social justice issues facing our community. Be sure to stop by the Columbia Riverkeeper table to learn more about
- [Columbia Riverkeeper Benefit Concert](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/event/deena-grossman-concert/) - Album Release Party & Benefit Concert! Thrice Burned Forest - album release party, benefit concert and livestream A live performance of works from the much-anticipated new portrait album by Columbia Riverkeeper composer-in-residence Deena T. Grossman. This concert & live stream event includes the World Premiere of Davening, featuring members of the Oregon Symphony, alongside the
- [Hanford Public Meeting - Olympia](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/event/hanford-public-meeting-olympia/) - As part of the 90-day public comment period, the TPA agencies holding three regional public meetings. Columbia Riverkeeper will be there early to provide additional information and talking points, for those interested in asking questions. There is a virtual option but we highly recommend attending in person. July 9, 5:30p.m. PT, Richland Public Library, 955
- [Hanford Public Meeting - Hood River](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/event/hanford-public-meeting-hood-river/) - As part of the 90-day public comment period, the TPA agencies holding three regional public meetings. Columbia Riverkeeper will be there early to provide additional information and talking points, for those interested in asking questions. There is a virtual option but we highly recommend attending in person. July 9, 5:30p.m. PT, Richland Public Library, 955
- [Hanford Public Meeting - Richland](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/event/hanford-public-meeting-richland/) - As part of the 90-day public comment period, the TPA agencies holding three regional public meetings. Columbia Riverkeeper will be there early to provide additional information and talking points, for those interested in asking questions. There is a virtual option but we highly recommend attending in person. July 9, 5:30p.m. PT, Richland Public Library, 955
- [Pressure FERC to deny the License for the Goldendale Pump Storage Development](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/event/pressure-ferc-to-deny-the-license-for-the-goldendale-pump-storage-development/) - Join us for an in-person local forum to learn more about the proposed development, the opposition, and what you can do to take action. Hear from local community members and experts about the proposed development, ask questions, and take action. Speakers include: Bronsco Jim Jr., Ka-milt-pah (Rock Creek) Band of the Yakama Nation; Eric Strid,

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- [spring-into-action](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/tag/spring-into-action/)
- [Port Westward](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/tag/portwestward/)
- [Diesel](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/tag/diesel/)
- [JEDI](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/tag/jedi/)
- [Goldendale](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/tag/goldendale/)
- [Lower Snake Dam Removal](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/tag/lowersnakedamremoval/)
- [Fracked Gas](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/tag/frackedgas/)
- [data centers](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/tag/data-centers/)
- [columbia river](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/tag/columbia-river/)
- [energy](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/tag/energy/)
- [Underwater Power Line](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/tag/underwater-power-line/)
- [Mount Hood](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/tag/mount-hood/)
- [these sacred hills](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/tag/these-sacred-hills/)
- [pushpum](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/tag/pushpum/)
- [rumble](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/tag/rumble/)
- [SMNR](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/tag/smnr/)
- [oregon](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/tag/oregon/)
- [pollution](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/tag/pollution/)
- [Power act](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/tag/power-act/)
- [Nichols](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/tag/nichols/)
- [hanford nuclear site](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/tag/hanford-nuclear-site/)
- [hanford cleanup](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/tag/hanford-cleanup/)
- [nuclear energy](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/tag/nuclear-energy/)
- [bonneville dam](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/tag/bonneville-dam/)
- [superfund site](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/tag/superfund-site/)

## Event Categories

- [Public Meeting](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/events/category/public-meeting/)
- [Private Event](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/events/category/private-event/) - These events will not show on the main calendar view

## Focus Areas

- [Clean Water](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/focus-areas/clean-water/) - Every person has the right to eat Columbia River fish and shellfish without fear of toxic pollutants. Today, this is not a reality. We take polluters to court, expose threats to water and health, and fight alongside Tribes and impacted communities to hold governments accountable and protect clean water for all.
- [Climate & Energy](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/focus-areas/climate-energy/) - From oil trains to fracked gas pipelines, fossil fuels threaten the Columbia and our climate. We organize, advocate, and win against dangerous energy and false climate solutions, while advancing clean, just transitions.
- [Salmon Recovery](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/focus-areas/salmon-recovery/) - The Columbia once produced more salmon than any river on Earth. Today, populations are a fraction of their historic size. We advocate for salmon and the cultures that rely on them. Together, we can and must restore abundant and harvestable salmon.
- [Science & Education](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/focus-areas/science-education/) - We inspire people to love, use, and learn about the Columbia River. From water quality testing to environmental education, we emphasize education that not only teaches about problems on the Columbia, but also illuminates solutions to empower people to take action and make change.
- [Clean Up Hanford](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/focus-areas/clean-up-hanford/) - The Hanford Nuclear Site is the most toxic place in America. We work in solidarity with Yakama Nation and other Tribes to demand a just cleanup, stop new nuclear threats, and ensure community voices shape Hanford’s future.
- [Emerging Issues](https://www.columbiariverkeeper.org/focus-areas/emerging-issues/) - Columbia Riverkeeper is committed to keeping up with the latest threats and opportunities on the Columbia and its tributaries.