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We can restore the Arkansas River

Dedicated to safeguarding the river and its natural habitats.

Our Commitment to Action

Discover how TAARA's unwavering commitment to community activism, scientific research, education, and legal advocacy is driving positive change for the Arkansas River.

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Between HollyFrontier and American Waste
Breaking Riverbed in front of AEP PSO
Bridge Dam Construction water pumping machine
Broken Riverbed in front of AEP_PSO
February 28, 2022
Holly Refinery December 16, 2021
In the woods near the refinery
Construction trucks
December 16, 2021
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We're on a mission to safeguard the Arkansas River and its vital ecosystems in Oklahoma. We believe in the power of community action, education, and science to protect the natural communities that rely on the river. Join us in making a difference for our environment!

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In 2020, the HF Sinclair refineries released approximately 143,134 pounds of ozone precursor chemicals, according to their Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) filings. 

HF Sinclair’s record with the Clean Water Act (CWA) is little better. Since 2017, the EPA has fined HF Sinclair $37,900 for illegal wastewater dumping at its Tulsa refineries. As with the CAA violations, these fines have done little to change HF Sinclair’s behavior. According to the EPA’s last monitoring report published in March, the East Holly Refinery is currently operating in violation of the CWA.

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"I can't imagine anything more important than air, water, soil, energy, and biodiversity. These are the things that keep us alive."

-David Suzuki

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TAARA relies on the contributions of generous donors like you to continue our vital work in protecting the Tulsa Area Arkansas River. Every donation, no matter the size, helps us fight for the preservation and cleanliness of this important resource. Your kindness and support helps us continue to make a difference

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Tulsa Area Arkansas River Advocates

P.O. Box 4115

Tulsa, OK 74159-0015

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Tulsa Area Arkansas River Advocates (TAARA) is a nonprofit status-seeking organization dedicated to the protection and restoration of the Arkansas River and its interconnected ecosystems in Oklahoma.

© Tulsa Area Arkansas River Advocates 2023-2024

Created by Naomi Andrews

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