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10/29/2026

The Northwest’s gas pipeline network could get a lot bigger. Oklahoma-based energy company Williams has proposed an 88-mile pipeline in Idaho and Nevada, with additional expansions planned along the Columbia River and in eastern Washington. Together, the projects could bring nearly 1 billion cubic feet of additional natural gas to the region every day.

So what’s driving the expansion? Growing electricity demand, much of it linked to data centers. More gas infrastructure could lock the Northwest into decades of fossil fuel use, undermining efforts to cut climate pollution.

Columbia Riverkeeper and a coalition of 20 organizations are calling on Oregon and Washington leaders to stop fossil fuel expansion in the region.

Read more: https://f.mtr.cool/2s77evq8sj

10/23/2026

The Endangered Species Act protects more than wildlife. It also helps protect Tribal sovereignty, treaty rights, cultural practices, and the ecosystems that sustain Indigenous communities.

A new federal rule narrows protections for endangered species by limiting what counts as “harm” to intentional harm to individual animals, potentially leaving critical habitat more vulnerable to development.

Tribal Nations warn these changes could undermine salmon recovery, threaten traditional food sources, and sideline Tribes from decisions affecting their lands and waters.

High Country News reports on how Native Nations are fighting back, including through a lawsuit challenging the changes. The stakes are especially high for Columbia River salmon and the Tribes whose cultures, livelihoods, and treaty rights depend on their recovery.

Read more: https://f.mtr.cool/u2rlk75ypq

10/22/2026

Salmon need cold water to survive, but rising summer temperatures can turn their migration into a dangerous journey.

On the lower Yakima River, the Yakama Nation and conservation partners are creating cold-water “rest stops” where salmon can cool off and regain energy before continuing upstream.

By restoring Amon Creek (an irrigation return flow in the TriCities area), extending its winding channel, and creating deeper pools of cold water, this project could help more salmon survive and reach their spawning grounds. It’s a promising example of how habitat restoration can help fish adapt to a warming climate.

Read more from NWPB: https://f.mtr.cool/nd5ytb6av4

10/21/2026

A $2.5 BILLION refinery proposal. Millions in unpaid debts. And serious questions about who’s behind the project.

New reporting from OPB confirms what Columbia Riverkeeper and the Northwest Environmental Defense Center have been raising alarms about: NEXT Renewable Fuels appears to be in serious financial trouble, with unpaid taxes, debts, and a property facing foreclosure.

So why is Oregon Governor Tina Kotek still supporting a controversial refinery proposed next to the Columbia River?

We’re calling on Gov. Kotek to withdraw her support and urging Oregon’s Secretary of State to investigate NEXT’s authority to do business in Oregon.

The Columbia River and our communities deserve better.

Read the latest from OPB and learn why we’re fighting back: https://f.mtr.cool/ne8ngnphsf

10/20/2026

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10/20/2026

Still thinking about applying? Don’t wait!

Columbia Riverkeeper is hiring a Data Centers Community Organizer to build grassroots power in rural Columbia River communities and help people take action on the growing impacts of data centers.

Full-time | $75-85K + benefits

- Oregon or Washington* remote within the position’s service region.
- Apply by October 26! Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.

If you’re an experienced community organizer who cares about clean water, climate justice, and a thriving Columbia River, we’d love to hear from you.

Learn more & apply: https://f.mtr.cool/4rf5ur2zy6

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10/19/2026

Stand up to data centers!

The movement is growing. Oregon Gov. Tina Kotek has directed regulators to stop issuing pollution permits to data centers, expanding protections as concerns mount over their impacts on our water, energy, and communities.

Now is the time to keep up the pressure.

1. Read the latest: Learn what this means for Oregon’s data center expansion.

2. Make your voice heard: Submit written comments to Oregon’s Data Center Advisory Committee by October 24.

The future of our communities and clean water is on the line.

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10/16/2026

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 a great way to make a difference for your tax liability and the Columbia River. If you donate securities, Columbia Riverkeeper receives the full proceeds from the sale, and you potentially eliminate capital gains exposure. This win-win could mean more money to protect the places and causes you care about.

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*Columbia Riverkeeper cannot provide tax advice and encourages donors to consult a tax professional for input on their unique situation.

10/15/2026

High Country News reports, “Toxic algal blooms are spreading across the West”

Here’s what you need to know:
1. Warmer water and excess nutrients are helping blooms appear earlier, last longer, and spread to more waterways.
2. Some blooms produce toxins that can harm people, pets, and wildlife.
3. Know what to look for, check local water advisories, and “When in doubt, stay out!”

Read more: https://f.mtr.cool/uj5quxngy4

10/15/2026

Do you live in Klickitat County? Join the growing call for a data center moratorium in your community.

Data center expansion is driving up electricity costs, threatening the Columbia River and salmon recovery, and harming people who live and work near the industrial complexes. At the same time, Big Tech rakes in tax breaks, and hides behind non-disclosure agreements.

Multiple developers have announced plans for data center development in Klickitat County. Call on your Board of County Commissioners to take action before it is too late.

Act now: https://f.mtr.cool/ae6jkgvr9w

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Hood River, OR
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