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TIME SENSITIVE:
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Fighting Fossil Fuels
Time Sensitive: City Council Will Vote on Vancouver Fossil Fuel Ordinance on Monday, October 3!
NEXT's Refinery Threatens Clean Water, Farms, Salmon
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Fighting Fossil Fuels
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.
Fracked Gas Power Plant Defeated
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Fighting Fossil Fuels
Victory over Perennial is an important step to meet Oregon’s climate goals.
NEXT’s application materials were riddled with inconsistencies
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Fighting Fossil Fuels
“...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
Tank Leaks Show Additional Resources Needed at Hanford
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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?
You’re Invited 9/29!
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Stopping Pollution
“Restoring the River: What a New Superfund Site on the Columbia Means for Public Health and Clean Water” Webinar
Member Spotlight: Cambria Keely
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Engaging Communities
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!
Last Swims of Summer!
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Engaging Communities
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!
Community expresses outrage as DEQ approves air pollution permit for refinery at Port Westward
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Fighting Fossil Fuels
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.
Columbia Riverkeeper Challenges New Gas Pipeline Infrastructure
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Fighting Fossil Fuels
“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