Clean Water
We work in solidarity with Tribes to restore clean water and healthy fish by reducing toxic pollution.
Climate Action
We use the law, community organizing, and creative communications to stop fossil fuel infrastructure and advocate for a just transition.
Healthy Communities
We engage people who live in river communities to advocate for environmental justice, including strong salmon runs.

Why the Columbia?
The Columbia River is the lifeblood of the Pacific Northwest. People depend on the Columbia for clean water, salmon, and much more.
How We Work
We partner with Tribes and unite people to advocate for environmental and climate justice. We use legal advocacy, community organizing, and education to:

Clean Water

Clean Up Hanford

Climate & Energy

Salmon Recovery

Science & Education
Our Vision for Clean Energy


Looking ahead: our 2025 Strategic Plan
What’s New
- DEQ Got it Wrong: Approves Zenith’s Air PermitBy: Kate Murphy, Senior Community Organizer, Columbia Riverkeeper In a blow to public health and safety, the Oregon Department of … Read more
- Stop Data Center ExpansionBig Tech’s Data Center Expansion Threatens Columbia and the Climate By: Kelly Campbell, Policy Director There was no escaping it. … Read more
- Clean Water Victory!Clean Water Act Victory! – North Star Casteel By Teryn Yazdani, Staff Attorney Earlier this summer, Columbia Riverkeeper finalized an … Read more
- Hot Water and Harmful AlgaeWhen hot water threatens people and fish, learn how Columbia Riverkeeper fights to protect the river! Read more
