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Spent naval nuclear reactor compartments: part of Hanford’s complicated issues
Retired reactors from Navy subs are also going to nuclear waste sites on top of Idaho’s Snake River Aquifer The post Spent naval nuclear reactor compartments: part of Hanford’s complicated issues appeared first on Columbia Insight. Spent naval nuclear reactor compartments: part of Hanford’s complicated issues was first posted on July 20, 2023 at 9:23 am.©2022 Based in Hood River, Oregon, Columbia Insight’s mission is to publish original, balanced journalism about environmental issues affecting the Pacific Northwest. Columbia Insight is a fully independent, registered nonprofit organization. To support environmental journalism "donate here" to Columbia Insight.
Washington ferries plan to go all electric by 2040 gets boost
Federal government is providing more assistance, attention to plan that could save 19 million gallons of diesel fuel a year The post Washington ferries plan to go all electric by 2040 gets boost appeared first on Columbia Insight. Washington ferries plan to go all electric by 2040 gets boost was first posted on July 18, 2023 at 8:50 am.©2022 Based in Hood River, Oregon, Columbia Insight’s mission is to publish original, balanced journalism about environmental issues affecting the Pacific Northwest. Columbia Insight is a fully independent, registered nonprofit organization. To support environmental journalism "donate here" to Columbia Insight.
Historic change: Facing drought, legislators impose water limits on livestock
Under a new law, dairy and confined cattle operations in Oregon would no longer have unlimited access to water The post Historic change: Facing drought, legislators impose water limits on livestock appeared first on Columbia Insight. Historic change: Facing drought, legislators impose water limits on livestock was first posted on July 13, 2023 at 8:29 am.©2022 Based in Hood River, Oregon, Columbia Insight’s mission is to publish original, balanced journalism about environmental issues affecting the Pacific Northwest. Columbia Insight is a fully independent, registered nonprofit organization. To support environmental journalism "donate here" to Columbia Insight.
An Oregon town is buying surrounding forests to confront wildfires
A logger, forester and former mayor have joined forces to help Butte Falls protect its town and build an economy supported by tourism The post An Oregon town is buying surrounding forests to confront wildfires appeared first on Columbia Insight. An Oregon town is buying surrounding forests to confront wildfires was first posted on July 9, 2023 at 7:39 am.©2022 Based in Hood River, Oregon, Columbia Insight’s mission is to publish original, balanced journalism about environmental issues affecting the Pacific Northwest. Columbia Insight is a fully independent, registered nonprofit organization. To support environmental journalism "donate here" to Columbia Insight.
Oak trees at risk in Columbia Gorge
Once abundant, Oregon white oak populations in the East Cascades face numerous obstacles, the legacy of fire suppression among them The post Oak trees at risk in Columbia Gorge appeared first on Columbia Insight. Oak trees at risk in Columbia Gorge was first posted on July 6, 2023 at 9:38 am.©2022 Based in Hood River, Oregon, Columbia Insight’s mission is to publish original, balanced journalism about environmental issues affecting the Pacific Northwest. Columbia Insight is a fully independent, registered nonprofit organization. To support environmental journalism "donate here" to Columbia Insight.
Columbia Gorge fire burning uncontrolled; homes threatened
Airplanes and helicopters have been deployed to battle the Tunnel 5 Fire on the banks of the Columbia River in Washington The post Columbia Gorge fire burning uncontrolled; homes threatened appeared first on Columbia Insight. Columbia Gorge fire burning uncontrolled; homes threatened was first posted on July 3, 2023 at 1:26 pm.©2022 Based in Hood River, Oregon, Columbia Insight’s mission is to publish original, balanced journalism about environmental issues affecting the Pacific Northwest. Columbia Insight is a fully independent, registered nonprofit organization. To support environmental journalism "donate here" to Columbia Insight.
Mule deer and solar farms may be on a collision course
As Oregon’s mule deer population drops, large solar installations and a warming climate have emerged as new threats The post Mule deer and solar farms may be on a collision course appeared first on Columbia Insight. Mule deer and solar farms may be on a collision course was first posted on June 29, 2023 at 7:35 am.©2022 Based in Hood River, Oregon, Columbia Insight’s mission is to publish original, balanced journalism about environmental issues affecting the Pacific Northwest. Columbia Insight is a fully independent, registered nonprofit organization. To support environmental journalism "donate here" to Columbia Insight.
A single chemical is decimating salmon populations
“Transportation agencies haven’t done anything about it,” claims new lawsuit aimed at protecting coho from a toxic chemical linked to car tires The post A single chemical is decimating salmon populations appeared first on Columbia Insight. A single chemical is decimating salmon populations was first posted on June 29, 2023 at 7:32 am.©2022 Based in Hood River, Oregon, Columbia Insight’s mission is to publish original, balanced journalism about environmental issues affecting the Pacific Northwest. Columbia Insight is a fully independent, registered nonprofit organization. To support environmental journalism "donate here" to Columbia Insight.
Are environmental impacts of new Portland Water Bureau filtration plant being overlooked?
The Bull Run Filtration Project near Oxbow Park has passed compliance milestones, but locals are questioning the legitimacy of the city's environmental assessment The post Are environmental impacts of new Portland Water Bureau filtration plant being overlooked? appeared first on Columbia Insight. Are environmental impacts of new Portland Water Bureau filtration plant being overlooked? was first posted on June 22, 2023 at 6:42 am.©2022 Based in Hood River, Oregon, Columbia Insight’s mission is to publish original, balanced journalism about environmental issues affecting the Pacific Northwest. Columbia Insight is a fully independent, registered nonprofit organization. To support environmental journalism "donate here" to Columbia Insight.
A big win for trees. And Columbia Insight
Writer Nathan Gilles and Columbia Insight bag a prestigious award for journalistic excellence The post A big win for trees. And Columbia Insight appeared first on Columbia Insight. A big win for trees. And Columbia Insight was first posted on June 20, 2023 at 8:37 am.©2022 Based in Hood River, Oregon, Columbia Insight’s mission is to publish original, balanced journalism about environmental issues affecting the Pacific Northwest. Columbia Insight is a fully independent, registered nonprofit organization. To support environmental journalism "donate here" to Columbia Insight.
4 ways the Columbia River Gorge is being impacted by climate change
Takeaways from a recent conference include confirmation of higher temperatures and increasing calls for environmental justice The post 4 ways the Columbia River Gorge is being impacted by climate change appeared first on Columbia Insight. 4 ways the Columbia River Gorge is being impacted by climate change was first posted on June 15, 2023 at 7:35 am.©2022 Based in Hood River, Oregon, Columbia Insight’s mission is to publish original, balanced journalism about environmental issues affecting the Pacific Northwest. Columbia Insight is a fully independent, registered nonprofit organization. To support environmental journalism "donate here" to Columbia Insight.
Baby comeback: Wolverine triplets born in Cascades
It’s the fourth consecutive year for newborns in and around Mount Rainier National Park The post Baby comeback: Wolverine triplets born in Cascades appeared first on Columbia Insight. Baby comeback: Wolverine triplets born in Cascades was first posted on June 12, 2023 at 10:30 am.©2022 Based in Hood River, Oregon, Columbia Insight’s mission is to publish original, balanced journalism about environmental issues affecting the Pacific Northwest. Columbia Insight is a fully independent, registered nonprofit organization. To support environmental journalism "donate here" to Columbia Insight.
The Return of Wolves: A shockingly reasonable perspective
A new book by Eli Francovich brings overdue calm to one of the West’s most emotional debates. It's time to listen The post The Return of Wolves: A shockingly reasonable perspective appeared first on Columbia Insight. The Return of Wolves: A shockingly reasonable perspective was first posted on June 8, 2023 at 9:36 am.©2022 Based in Hood River, Oregon, Columbia Insight’s mission is to publish original, balanced journalism about environmental issues affecting the Pacific Northwest. Columbia Insight is a fully independent, registered nonprofit organization. To support environmental journalism "donate here" to Columbia Insight.
Washington wildlife agency recommends relaxed protections for wolves
Department of Fish and Wildlife says the gray wolf should now be a state “sensitive” species rather than “endangered” The post Washington wildlife agency recommends relaxed protections for wolves appeared first on Columbia Insight. Washington wildlife agency recommends relaxed protections for wolves was first posted on June 5, 2023 at 5:33 pm.©2022 Based in Hood River, Oregon, Columbia Insight’s mission is to publish original, balanced journalism about environmental issues affecting the Pacific Northwest. Columbia Insight is a fully independent, registered nonprofit organization. To support environmental journalism "donate here" to Columbia Insight.
Watch: The woman fighting to preserve Columbia Gorge wildflowers
Since the 1970s, Barbara Robinson has been intent on protecting the unique plant life and habitat that many take for granted The post Watch: The woman fighting to preserve Columbia Gorge wildflowers appeared first on Columbia Insight. Watch: The woman fighting to preserve Columbia Gorge wildflowers was first posted on June 1, 2023 at 10:33 am.©2022 Based in Hood River, Oregon, Columbia Insight’s mission is to publish original, balanced journalism about environmental issues affecting the Pacific Northwest. Columbia Insight is a fully independent, registered nonprofit organization. To support environmental journalism "donate here" to Columbia Insight.
Local hire: National Park board appoints first Native American member
CRITFC executive director and Yakama Nation member Aja DeCoteau joins team of 15 new appointees during revival of defunct group The post Local hire: National Park board appoints first Native American member appeared first on Columbia Insight. Local hire: National Park board appoints first Native American member was first posted on May 30, 2023 at 11:18 am.©2022 Based in Hood River, Oregon, Columbia Insight’s mission is to publish original, balanced journalism about environmental issues affecting the Pacific Northwest. Columbia Insight is a fully independent, registered nonprofit organization. To support environmental journalism "donate here" to Columbia Insight.
Why are we still mismanaging beavers?
A surge in efforts to find ways to co-exist with beavers continues to be opposed by ag lobby and other landowners The post Why are we still mismanaging beavers? appeared first on Columbia Insight. Why are we still mismanaging beavers? was first posted on May 25, 2023 at 7:25 am.©2022 Based in Hood River, Oregon, Columbia Insight’s mission is to publish original, balanced journalism about environmental issues affecting the Pacific Northwest. Columbia Insight is a fully independent, registered nonprofit organization. To support environmental journalism "donate here" to Columbia Insight.
Pac NW brands at forefront of nationwide charge to phase out ‘forever chemicals’
Some products with PFAS—a common treatment for water and stain resistant outdoor apparel—will soon be illegal to sell in many states The post Pac NW brands at forefront of nationwide charge to phase out ‘forever chemicals’ appeared first on Columbia Insight. Pac NW brands at forefront of nationwide charge to phase out ‘forever chemicals’ was first posted on May 18, 2023 at 8:08 am.©2022 Based in Hood River, Oregon, Columbia Insight’s mission is to publish original, balanced journalism about environmental issues affecting the Pacific Northwest. Columbia Insight is a fully independent, registered nonprofit organization. To support environmental journalism "donate here" to Columbia Insight.
We stink at recycling batteries. A new law aims to change that
Washington powers up country’s biggest battery recycling initiative. But onus to improve is on producers not users The post We stink at recycling batteries. A new law aims to change that appeared first on Columbia Insight. We stink at recycling batteries. A new law aims to change that was first posted on May 16, 2023 at 10:27 am.©2022 Based in Hood River, Oregon, Columbia Insight’s mission is to publish original, balanced journalism about environmental issues affecting the Pacific Northwest. Columbia Insight is a fully independent, registered nonprofit organization. To support environmental journalism "donate here" to Columbia Insight.
Opinion: Without a modernized Columbia River Treaty we’ll fail to meet 21st-century challenges
As an agreement with Canada nears, we have a rare opportunity to improve a badly outdated treaty. President Biden can help right now The post Opinion: Without a modernized Columbia River Treaty we’ll fail to meet 21st-century challenges appeared first on Columbia Insight. Opinion: Without a modernized Columbia River Treaty we’ll fail to meet 21st-century challenges was first posted on May 11, 2023 at 7:21 am.©2022 Based in Hood River, Oregon, Columbia Insight’s mission is to publish original, balanced journalism about environmental issues affecting the Pacific Northwest. Columbia Insight is a fully independent, registered nonprofit organization. To support environmental journalism "donate here" to Columbia Insight.
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