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Study Explores Climate Change Mitigation in Estuary Wetlands

03.28.24

Pioneering Study to Explore Climate Change Mitigation in Columbia River Estuary Wetlands

A new study is underway examining the role of Columbia River estuary wetlands in global efforts to combat climate change. In partnership with Oregon Health & Science University, and Portland State University, the Lower Columbia Estuary Partnership ’s Soil Carbon and Methane Study of Columbia River Estuary Wetlands evaluates the dual role of estuary wetlands in both storing and emitting greenhouse gases. 

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April 2024 Newsletter

04.06.24

It's Earth Month & we have so many ways for you to celebrate! 

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Welcome Tony Tommasini, Department of Defense Skillbridge Intern

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Please join us in welcoming Tony Tommasini to our team! Tony is a Combat Controller in the U.S. Air Force Special Operations Command participating in the Department of Defense Skillbridge program, a program that helps active-duty military members transition into

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Kristen Klever

Kristen started with the Estuary Partnership in spring of 2024. She's joining the Education Team as a leader on the Big Canoes and field trips, plantings, and community events. Kristen brings over twenty years of experience in environmental education nonprofits, centered in the communities of East Portland. She's worked for OMSI, MESD Outdoor School, Opal Creek Ancient Forest Center, Metro, SUN, varied parks and recreation departments, and grassroots nonprofits. She volunteers for Portland Public Schools, local mutual aid, community youth programs, and has served on and chaired several

Chanda Littles

Chanda is a Coastal Ecologist with an interest in estuarine ecology, habitat restoration, and environmental stewardship. She holds a Ph.D. in Interdisciplinary Ecology from the University of Florida. She is most interested in applied research that can inform decision-making, but her work to date has spanned topics including population biology, seagrass ecology, wetland policy/regulation, coastal ecosystem services, environmental compliance, and habitat restoration. In her current position with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (Corps), she serves as the Corps’ Science Lead in the Columbia

Animal Saving Club raises over $1,000 to support the Estuary Partnership

05.02.24

The Animal Saving Club donated $1,018 to the Lower Columbia Estuary Partnership. The funds were raised through the club’s sale of Columbia River animal-themed greeting cards. Guided by local artist Anne Storrs, members of the Animal Saving Club designed the greeting cards depicting animals connected to the Columbia River.  

The Animal Savings Club was started by a group of kindergarteners with a passion for the environment, conservation, and animals. Today, members of the Animal Saving Club are eighth graders at Mt. Tabor Middle School and other schools in Portland, OR. 

“My friends and I

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Research

10.16.19

To carry out our scientific mission, the Estuary Partnership and its partners continually work to identify, assess, and respond to trends in the lower Columbia River and estuary. In addition to our on-the-ground Ecosystem Monitoring and Restoration Effectiveness Monitoring work, which helps inform these efforts, we also carry out a variety of additional research projects to fill other needed knowledge gaps. Our structure and ecosystem-based approach allows for broad-scale inquiries and research designed to support management efforts in the region. Our staff works closely with a regional panel

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