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
Learn about Columbia Riverkeeper’s impact in 2025 and plans for 2026 with the latest issue of “Currents”
What’s New
- Strategies for Pushing Back in 2026
Columbia Riverkeeper Legal Director shares the strategies our organization will use in 2026 to protect the Columbia River. Read more - Tribes and Fish Advocates Win Legal Case Against Salmon Trucking
Oregon Court of Appeals sides with Tribes and fish advocates, restores protections for salmon Read more - Director’s Letter (For the River)
Columbia Riverkeeper Executive Director shares, “Time flies. Two kids, countless lawsuits, and many a victory party later, I am proud to work for an organization that punches above its weight…” Read more - This Land Is Native Land
Yakama Nation & Archaeology Southwest Honoring and Protecting Tribal Cultural Heritage In November 2025, Columbia Riverkeeper facilitated This Land Is … Read more
