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Time Sensitive: City Council Will Vote on Vancouver Fossil Fuel Ordinance on Monday, October 3!

Join us and demand that public agencies don’t sign off on this shaky project—the future of the Lower Columbia River and the health and safety of the community at Port Westward are at stake.

Art credit: Mary Garcia

Victory over Perennial is an important step to meet Oregon’s climate goals.

“...Between this permit denial and fierce opposition from neighboring farmers, the future of NEXT’s controversial proposal is far from certain.” -Audrey Leonard, Columbia Riverkeeper

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?

“Restoring the River: What a New Superfund Site on the Columbia Means for Public Health and Clean Water” Webinar

From teenage activist to college student, hear former intern Cambria Keely’s journey into activism. Her contributions to Columbia Riverkeeper included rally speeches, letters to the editor, and more. We can’t wait to see what’s next for Cambria!

Can you believe it’s nearly over? If you want to squeeze in a few last swims this holiday weekend make sure you know the latest swim conditions to keep yourself and your family safe!

Despite DEQ’s decision, we will continue to stand with the community at Port Westward and its allies throughout the region in fighting the ill-conceived NEXT project.

“Our region is a national leader in renewable energy and protecting clean air and water. We are taking a stand against another misguided fossil fuel project.”
-Audrey Leonard, Staff Attorney