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The Plastic Crisis: Science and Solutions
Plastic is everywhere. As a result, our bodies and natural systems contain multitudes of harmful microplastics.
Empowering Change: An Evening with Dr. Flávia Maia Resources Toolkit
The Community Environmental Council and our co-host Telea Insights would like to thank everyone who joined us on January 19 at CEC’s new Environmental Hub for an inspiring evening with Brazilian climate leader Dr. Flávia Maia.
Climate Activist Training: How to Participate in Government Meetings Resources Toolkit
CEC was thrilled to host the recent Climate Activist Training—our first-ever hybrid, bilingual event where we shared guidance on getting involved in local policy and CEC’s latest climate policy actions.
CEC Climate Stewards: Local Activists Creating Waves of Action
Get inspired by a powerful showcase of community-led action.
Charles D. (Kim) Kimbell: A Tireless Advocate for the Environment
Kim Kimbell, our legacy donor featured this month, loves nature, is an avid surfer and swimmer, and is a champion of conservation.
Breaking Up With Fossil Fuels Series: Electric Vehicles (EVs) Are For Everyone
Do you want to electrify your ride? We’re here to help!
Building Resilience in the Face of Extreme Heat: A Call to Action
It’s August, and extreme heat season is upon us on California’s Central Coast. We’ve already had multiple high temperature alerts throughout the tri-counties (plus the flood watch issued earlier this week due to the unprecedented tropical storms unleashed in our region by Hurricane Hilary), and long-term heat trends keep rising.
The Livable World Legacy Society Catherine Brozowski: Making the World a Better Place
Making a legacy gift to a cause that you hold dear is an investment for the future. Few people understand this better than Catherine Brozowski, this month's featured Livable World Legacy Society member.
Free Extreme Heat Forum on Tuesday, August 15
If you (or someone you know) are 65 and older, live on California’s Central Coast, and are concerned about rising temperatures in our community, we invite you to join us for our inaugural Extreme Heat Forum presented by the Gray Panthers Santa Barbara Network, Society of Fearless Grandmothers Santa Barbara, and the Community Environmental Council on Tuesday, August 15, 2023, from 5:00-7:00 p.m.
Dr. Bruce Kendall: Environmental Knowledge and Action
Our featured Legacy donor this month, Dr. Bruce Kendall, is a Professor and Associate Dean at the Bren School.
Plastic Free July: How You Can Reduce Waste to Make a Lasting Impact
We all know single-use plastic needs to go, but how do we work collectively to reduce our dependence on it?
Community Environmental Council's “Protect Our Climate Campaign” Raises $16.97 Million, Surpassing Goal
After hosting more than 22,000 community members back to Alameda Park for the Santa Barbara Earth Day Festival in late April—the first time since 2019—today, we announced the success of CEC’s 50th Anniversary Protect Our Climate Campaign.
Putting Nature to Work Series: Prescribed Grazing for Ecological and Wildfire Resilience
Acompáñanos en este seminario web para aprender de una nueva propuesta de ley que fue presentada recientemente por la senadora Monique Limón, la cual mejorará la mitigación de los incendios forestales al expandir el pastoreo planificado a nivel estatal.
Breaking Up With Fossil Fuels Series Electrify Your Life: Top Ways to Ditch Fossil Fuels
Learn how one family kicked their daily fossil fuel habit––and how you and your family can too. Hear about the most impactful changes you can make today to create all-electric homes, commutes and communities that are safer and healthier.
Creating Waves of Change: CEC’s Climate Stewards Talk Local Action & Impact
In this webinar, a few of our Certified Climate Stewards share how they are applying what they learned in the certification course and working on impactful community projects.
Save Money–and Energy–By Going Electric!
The Community Environmental Council is committed to bringing affordable solutions for 100% clean, renewable energy to California Central Coast residents.
How the Momentum of Recent Climate Policy Is a Win For You
Want to know why the recent wave of federal and California climate legislation is so exciting – and how it can help your pocketbook? Join us to learn how these tremendous policy developments are catalyzing climate momentum like never before.
Jasmin Tupy: Connecting Community to Key Environmental Resources
Jasmin Tupy, a surfer, artist, communicator, and environmentalist, completed CEC’s Climate Stewards Certification Program in Spring 2023.
The Biggest Climate Wins of 2023
While it was difficult to surpass 2022’s unprecedented climate wins, the successes we saw this year in California are keeping the winds at our backs, maintaining our momentum toward rapid and equitable climate solutions.
End of Legislative Session Newsletter
While it was difficult to surpass 2022’s unprecedented climate wins, the successes we saw this year in California are keeping the winds at our backs, maintaining our momentum toward rapid and equitable climate solutions.
Angela Antenore - Supporting Environmental Justice and Health
Angela Antenore grew up in Long Beach, CA where she gained a deep appreciation for the outdoors through hiking, camping and exploring the diverse environments of Southern California, from the ocean and beaches to mountains, rivers, and open spaces.
Accelerating Toward Zero-Emission Transportation during National Drive Electric Week
Did you know that transportation is responsible for more than half of California’s carbon emissions, 80 percent of smog-forming pollution, and 95 percent of toxic diesel emissions?
Stop Fast Fashion to Slow Climate Change: Spotlight on CEC Climate Stewards Debra Eve
Debra Eve, an alumnus of the Community Environmental Council’s Climate Stewards certification program, wants to raise awareness about the environmental and social consequences of unsustainable “fast” fashion and manufacturing.
Extreme Heat: A Call to Action
With extreme heat posing such serious threats to human health and the environment, the time to take action is now to prepare for extreme heat and build resilient communities.
Flipping the Switch: Benefits of Home Electrification and Heat Pump Installation
Space heating is one of the largest generators of air pollution in California. The Solution? Heat Pump Technology. Instead of burning fuel, heat pumps use a refrigerant to move heat from one place to another, similar to your refrigerator. They are more efficient, more consistent, and offer more control. Plus, one heat pump can replace both your heating and air conditioning units.
Plastic Free July and Beyond - Let’s Keep the Momentum Going!
California’s Central Coast has looked to recycling as a landfill diversion solution for several decades—but it’s not enough. That’s why the Community Environmental Council (CEC) is driving progress towards a zero-waste society, turning hard-to-reach waste streams into valuable resources that further reduce climate emissions.
Local Hero: Sigrid Wright
Blue Dot Living features CEC CEO Sigrid Wright, and her long history with the organization.
CEC’s New Environmental Hub Sprouts in the Heart of Downtown Santa Barbara
CEC’s New Environmental Hub is A Focal Point and Incubator for Climate Activism and Awareness
Breaking Up With Fossil Fuels Series: The All-Electric Home: Everything Homeowners Need to Know
Did you know that the average U.S. homeowner spends $121 per month on electricity, and even more in California?
