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The U.S. Department of Energy announced plans in October to re-interpret the term “high-level radioactive waste.” Join us in objecting to Energy’s alarming proposal, which would cut costs by putting the Columbia River at risk from radioactive pollution at Hanford.

“There is no way to make the world’s largest methanol refinery look pretty. The project is dangerous, harmful to our health, and locks in decades of fossil fuel use,” -Brett VandenHeuvel, Columbia Riverkeeper.

Portland Measure 26-201 Portland Clean Energy Initiative: Passes. City of Portland, Imposes surcharge on certain retailers; funds clean energy, job training.

"The Trump administration’s proposal makes Hanford a high-level waste dump in all but name.” -Dan Serres, Conservation Director

Oregon Land Use Board of Appeals reviews proposal to open high-value farmland in Columbia County to Industrial Development, written ruling scheduled for November 29, 2018.

“Because of today’s victory, EPA will finally write a comprehensive plan to deal with dams’ impacts on water temperature and salmon survival,” -Brett VandenHeuvel, Executive Director of Columbia Riverkeeper. 

Have you been successful in the stock market? If so, consider protecting clean water in a unique way. If you own appreciated stock, consider donating the stock instead of cash. Read more to learn about tax benefits of donating appreciated stock.

Invite: Hanford Meetings: 10/16 in Portland; 11/1 in Hood River

By Dan Serres, Conservation Director

Hear the stories why your fellow members contribute their time, resources, and creativity to the Columbia River.

Former Congresswoman and Columbia Riverkeeper Co-Founder Elizabeth Furse shares her role in bringing together local Columbia River nonprofits to form Columbia Riverkeeper.