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A black bear cub climbs on fallen Douglas firs in the Siuslaw National Forest in western Oregon. (David Herasimtschuk)
Article September 11, 2024

Help Protect Old-Growth Forests Now Before It’s Too Late

Old forests are powerhouses for absorbing and sequestering carbon dioxide, a key driver of the climate crisis. These stunning photographs of the Pacific Northwest old-growth forests showcase their beauty and vital role in the ecosystem.

Press Release August 28, 2024

Agrochemical Giant, AMVAC, Announces Voluntary Suspension of Registration for its DPCA Products

Weeks after EPA’s emergency suspension, American Vanguard will no longer produce or distribute products containing the harmful pesticide.

The Puyallup River, with Mount Tahoma (Rainier) in the background. (David Seibold / CC BY-NC 2.0)
Update August 23, 2024

In a Win for Endangered Salmon, Court Orders Puyallup River Dam Removal

Electron Dam has been harming Chinook salmon, steelhead, and trout for nearly 100 years. With part of the dam gone, the river will flow naturally for the first time in almost a century.

Top view of a group of wood pellets for heating.
Press Release August 21, 2024

Environmental Groups Ask State Board To Suspend Permit for Industrial Wood Pellet Facility

Residents are concerned Grays Harbor plant could cause environmental and human health harm before state hearings board rules on legality of its air permit

document August 20, 2024

Motion for Stay of Permit for Hoquiam Washington Wood Pellet Facility

Five Northwest and national environmental groups ask the Washington Pollution Control Hearings Board to stay an air permit for an industrial-scale wood pellet plant in Hoquiam, Washington, suspending construction and operation of the facility until the legal challenge is resolved.

The Puyallup River, with Mount Tahoma (Rainier) in the background. (David Seibold / CC BY-NC 2.0)
Press Release: Victory August 19, 2024

Ninth Circuit Decision Upholds Earlier Court Ruling Ordering Partial Removal of Washington’s Electron Dam

Ruling means a free-flowing Puyallup River for fish for the first time in more than 100 years

document August 16, 2024

Electron Dam: Ninth Circuit Decision

Ninth Circuit decision upholds earlier court ruling ordering partial removal of Washington’s electron dam.

NW Natural was one of the fossil fuel companies protested against during a Portland Youth Climate Strike march in Portland, Oregon on May 20, 2022. (Nick Cunningham / DeSmog.com)
Press Release: Victory August 15, 2024

Climate and Justice Groups Reach a Partial Settlement with NW Natural to Keep Oregonian’s Energy Costs Low

Low-income families will receive the greatest relief from mounting energy costs

Top view of a group of wood pellets for heating.
From the Experts August 6, 2024

Are Industrial Wood Pellets Renewable, Green Energy? Don’t Believe It for a Second.

Here are 10 reasons why industrial wood pellet production is a false solution to the climate crisis.

From the Experts August 1, 2024

Wins from Washington’s 2024 legislative session, plus a look ahead to next year

The 2024 short session produced several key wins benefiting the environment and Washington’s communities — and some foreshadowing for 2025.

Press Release August 1, 2024

Conservation Groups Renew Challenge to Endangered Species Act Regulations

Revised rules still undermine the fundamental purpose of the landmark conservation law

document August 1, 2024

Conservation Groups Renew Challenge to Endangered Species Act Regulations

Revised rules still undermine the fundamental purpose of the landmark conservation law

document July 24, 2024

Second Partial Stipulation: NW Natural Gas Company

All customers of Oregon’s largest natural gas utility – and low-income customers in particular – will experience lower increases on future utility bills thanks to a victorious partial settlement in a contested rate case between NW Natural and climate and community-based environmental justice organizations.

Heat pumps line the rooftop of an apartment building. Heat pumps provide both heating and cooling while using significantly less energy compared with other technologies. (alacatr / Getty Images)
Press Release June 27, 2024

Gas Industry Tries (Again) to Block Washington State’s Climate-Friendly Building Codes

Climate, health, and renewable energy groups intervene to defend new, progressive statewide building codes that took effect in March

document June 27, 2024

Motion to Intervene: Washington State’s Climate-Friendly Building Codes

A coalition of climate, health, and renewable energy groups that successfully defended Washington State’s new building codes are intervening to once more beat back another desperate attempt by industry to thwart Washington State’s progress toward climate goals.

Navajo community leader Daniel Tso speaks out against fracking at a meeting that was required under the National Environmental Policy Act. The law gives communities a chance to speak out against projects that will impact them.
(Steven St. John for Earthjustice)
Press Release June 27, 2024

Environmental and Labor Coalition Seeks to Block Baseless Partisan Attacks on Bedrock Environmental Law

Republican-led lawsuit would dismantle revitalized NEPA rules that highlight environmental justice and climate change

document June 27, 2024

Memo on Motion to Intervene: NEPA Phase II Regulations

Groups intervene in state attorneys general lawsuit challenging the National Environmental Policy Act Implementing Regulations Revisions Phase 2.

Ciarra Greene, member of the Nez Perce Tribe, walks along a section of the Snake River near Asotin, Wash. (Brian Plonka for Earthjustice)
Update June 27, 2024

The Federal Government Is Finally Acknowledging How Columbia River Basin Dams Have Harmed Tribes

A new report highlights the need for concrete action to restore salmon populations and honor treaty obligations.