Action Alerts

Oil Tanker Traffic Is Rising—Act Now to Protect Southern Resident Killer Whales from Oil Spills

July 29, 2025

Speak up by July 31st! Help shape Washington’s oil spill response planning requirements and improve protections for Salish Sea wildlife, waters, and communities. Issue Overview Oil tanker traffic through the Salish Sea has surged since the Trans Mountain pipeline expansion was completed in May 2024. Washington State’s oil spill contingency plans need to be updated, ... read more

A simple solution to pollution!

February 3, 2025

HB 1652 and SB 5519 won’t be moving forward this session, but the fight isn’t over. These bills would reduce environmental impacts associated with the operation of certain ocean-going vessels by requiring the use of low-sulfur fuels.  There’s still work to be done, and we’re not giving up! Friends staff will continue to provide leadership in support ... read more

Help secure the Islands’ Future: Get Involved with Comprehensive Planning! 

January 28, 2025

Did you know the future of our islands is being decided right now? The Comprehensive Plans for San Juan County and the Town of Friday Harbor are being updated—and your voice can shape what comes next! Ready to get involved? Together, we can ensure that the San Juan Islands remain where nature thrives, communities flourish, ... read more

San Juan County is at the center of existing and proposed fossil fuel export projects. We have much to lose and nothing to gain. Our community needs to stay informed, get involved, and be part of the public process of understanding the approaching changes which will affect us all.

San Olson

member, Lopez Island