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Sustainable Northwest provides dedicated, nonpartisan support for a community-oriented, conservation-based economy in the West. Learn more about who we are and what we do.
Recent News
- Klamath bird crisis just one more avoidable tragedy if we pass water-sharing agreements
- SNW President, Martin Goebel, penned an op-ed for the Oregonian that puts the recent bird die off in the Klamath Basin into context and explains how there is a comprehensive solution to the water issues still plaguing this diverse and important region.
- Klamath River dam removals should go forth
- After an all-sides agreement and lengthy scientific study, the country's biggest dam removal project should be on track to restore the Klamath River. But the momentum behind this promising project could stall if Washington lets political gridlock sour the deal.
- Getting Conservation, Collaboration to Pay Off in Rural NW
- VANCOUVER, Wash. - The links between public lands, conservation efforts and strong local economies are the focus of people from rural communities in 15 states who are meeting in Vancouver for the next three days.
Our Blog
Our blog is where we reflect and share thoughts and ideas related to sustainability in the Northwest.
- White House Invitation a Reflection of the Incredible Work of our Partners
- On Friday, March 2, 2012 I had the privilege to speak on a panel at the White House Conference on Conservation, the second national conference reporting on the Obama’s Administrations America’s Great Outdoors initiative. My role was to provide a regional perspective on community-based forestry efforts in the West. Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack moderated the panel and I was joined by three distinguished landowners representing other parts of the country.
- Made in Oregon: Biomass a smart solution for community energy needs
- Dimitra Giannakoulias had the opportunity to check out the new biomass boiler at Estacada High School on a tour hosted by Sustainable Northwest and Cascadia Green Building Council.
- Looking forward to a sustainable 2012
- I want to thank all of our donors for your truly wonderful support. We couldn’t do it without you! In particular I’d like to welcome and thank our many new donors who helped us win matched funding from the Collins Foundation. Thank you!
