Why are there so many different efforts underway on the Columbia River?
Part of the delegation of the authority to the states by the EPA to regulate environmental protection is so the states, understanding their own regulations and the regulations of the federal government, can regulate in a way that is consistent with their policies and procedures. The sheer size and geography of the Columbia River means that several jurisdictions are involved and collaborating: states, tribes, US, Canada, as well as municipalities and non-governmental organizations.
