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Environmental Council of Sacramento
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SMUD could have killed a bad solar project months ago, but didn’t. Why?
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SMUD could have killed a bad solar project months ago, but didn’t. Why? | Opinion
Coyote Creek project backers violated contract terms in 2024, SMUD determined, but the utility stayed silent during permit approvals.
https://www.sacbee.com/opinion/article314224903.html#storylink=cpy
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Environmental groups file lawsuits against 440-acre project near Sacramento airport
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Environmental groups file lawsuits against 440-acre project near Sacramento airport
The Sacramento City Council approved the project’s environmental impact report last month following two meetings of public debate.
https://www.sacbee.com/news/local/article314216179.html#campaignName=sacramento_afternoon_newsletter&linkType=nmeintro
about 19 hours ago
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Wonderful news! SMUD ends power deal for Coyote Creek solar project tied to environmental suit.
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SMUD ends power deal for Coyote Creek solar project tied to environmental suit
SMUD faced backlash over a deal critics said endangered oak woodlands and tribal lands.
https://www.sacbee.com/news/local/article314193844.html#storylink=cpy
2 days ago
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Environmental groups have filed a lawsuit against Sacramento County over a solar project that would eliminate up to 3,500 native and blue oak trees from the county's last remaining intact woodlands.
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16 days ago
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The ECOS Climate Change Committee will host David Mogavero on Feb 12, 2026 at 5 pm at the Stanford Gallery, part of the CA State Railroad Museum - join us!
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17 days ago
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New Lawsuit Challenges Sacramento County’s Coyote Creek Decision
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New Lawsuit Challenges Sacramento County’s Coyote Creek Decision
On December 19, 2025, the California Native Plant Society (CNPS) and the Environmental Council of Sacramento (ECOS) filed suit against the County of Sacramento for its recent approval of the Coyote Cr...
https://www.ecosacramento.net/2025/12/new-lawsuit-challenges-sacramento-countys-coyote-creek-decision/
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Today, Dec 18, 2025: join the ECOS Climate Committee to hear from Gypsy Achong, Program Manager in the Efficiency Division at the CA Energy Commission. Gypsy will discuss AB 130, recent updates to the Building Energy Code, + the local impacts of these changes.
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Join ECOS tomorrow, Thursday, Dec 18, 2025 to hear from Gypsy Achong, Program Manager in the Efficiency Division, California Energy Commission!
www.ecosacramento.net/2025/12/cali...
22 days ago
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12/16/25, 5:30 pm: The ECOS Water Committee will host a discussion to strategize future partnership on local and regional water issues. Please join this important conversation to strengthen our advocacy on important water issues!
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ECOS Water Committee Meeting, Dec 16
The ECOS Water Committee will host a discussion with committee members, ECOS Organizational Members, Executive Committee members, and more to strategize future partnership on local and regional water ...
https://www.ecosacramento.net/2025/12/ecos-water-committee-meeting/
23 days ago
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SacBee: Sacramento County still lacks reliable water as Serna loves a bad project
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Sacramento County still lacks reliable water as Serna loves a bad project | Opinion
Needing a water supply for a big Natomas development, the county ignores how the new one became a trickle in the last drought.
https://www.sacbee.com/opinion/article313628367.html#storylink=cpy
23 days ago
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Tonight (Dec 12) at 6pm! Please join us for an environmental art sale benefiting Habitat 2020, the habitat committee of ECOS comprised of environmental non-governmental organizations working to protect habitat and nature. More info at
www.ecosacramento.net
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27 days ago
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Dec 18, join ECOS to hear from Gypsy Achong, Program Manager in the Efficiency Division at the California Energy Commission. Gypsy will discuss AB 130, recent updates to the Building Energy Code + impacts on local efforts to build green.
www.ecosacramento.net/2025/12/cali...
30 days ago
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Coyote Creek Community Meeting! Tuesday, December 9, 2025 6:00 – 8:00 PM at the Shepard Garden & Arts Center, 3330 McKinley Blvd, Sacramento, CA
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Coyote Creek Community Meeting! Tuesday, December 9, 2025 6:00 – 8:00 PM at the Shepard Garden & Arts Center, 3330 McKinley Blvd, Sacramento, CA
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On Tuesday, December 2, 2025, the Sacramento City Council voted to annex the 475 acres of farmland for the Airport South Industrial Project, allowing warehouses to be built next to residences and a school. What's Next?
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#Natomas
about 1 month ago
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This GivingTuesday, we want to thank all of the volunteers who help keep ECOS running. If you are interested in joining us, please visit
www.ecosacramento.net/get-involved/
and sign up for our newsletter or to volunteer!
about 1 month ago
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Please join us Dec 12 for an environmental art sale benefiting Habitat 2020, the habitat committee of ECOS comprised of environmental non-governmental organizations working to protect habitat and nature.
www.ecosacramento.net/2025/11/habi...
about 1 month ago
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Tomorrow, December 2nd, 2025, Sacramento City Council is scheduled to vote on Airport South Industrial. Action Needed: Help us keep up the pressure. Tell the Mayor and Council to VOTE NO.
www.ecosacramento.net/2025/12/airp...
#Natomas
#OpenSpace
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Airport South Vote, Dec 2
On December 2nd, 2025, Sacramento City Council is scheduled to vote on Airport South Industrial. Action Needed: Help us keep up the pressure. Tell the Mayor and Council to VOTE NO.
https://www.ecosacramento.net/2025/12/airport-south-vote-dec-2/
about 1 month ago
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Tomorrow, December 2nd, 2025, the Sacramento City Council is scheduled to vote on the proposed Airport South Industrial project. Read the latest action update here:
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Airport South Industrial Vote Dec 2
https://icont.ac/51aNn
about 1 month ago
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The Watershed Resilience Pilot Project is an initiative that evaluates the impacts of Climate Change and identifies strategies to adapt to those impacts. Join us online this evening to learn more about the Project!
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about 1 month ago
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Are you interested in learning more about the impact of recent federal actions on our air quality and greenhouse gas (GHG) reductions progress? Join us tonight to hear from Alberto Ayala, Exec. Dir. of SMAQMD, talk about this topic and more! More info at
www.ecosacramento.net/2025/11/albe...
about 1 month ago
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Airport South Industrial – Action Needed: Help us keep up the pressure. Tell the Mayor and Council to VOTE NO. More info at
www.ecosacramento.net/2025/11/airp...
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Airport South Industrial – City Council Vote Scheduled for Dec 2
On November 18, 2025, the City Council met for an informational session on the Airport South Industrial Project. Please plan to attend the Hearing on December 2nd, 2025.
https://www.ecosacramento.net/2025/11/airport-south-industrial-city-council-vote-scheduled-for-dec-2/
about 2 months ago
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Sacramento County development threatens a giant, shy snake. Why does that matter? November 20, 2025, The Sacramento Bee
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Sacramento County development threatens a giant, shy snake. Why does that matter?
Counts of the elusive giant garter snake have dwindled in recent decades. What could unexpected construction do to its Natomas Basin havens?
https://www.sacbee.com/news/local/article312342047.html
about 2 months ago
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SMUD’s controversial Coyote Creek solar project moves forward, November 11, 2025, Capradio
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SMUD’s controversial Coyote Creek solar project moves forward
The Sacramento County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved the project at a packed Tuesday meeting, where over 150 people showed up to voice concerns or support.
https://www.capradio.org/articles/2025/11/19/smuds-controversial-coyote-creek-solar-project-moves-forward/
about 2 months ago
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ECOS will host local Air District head Alberto Ayala on Monday evening, November 24, for discussion of ways to get healthier air in Sacramento area. Join us!
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about 2 months ago
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ECOS will host local Air District head Alberto Ayala on Monday evening, November 24, for discussion of ways to get healthier air in Sacramento area.
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Alberto Ayala to Speak to Climate Change Committee, Nov 24
ECOS will host local Air District head Alberto Ayala on Monday evening, November 24, for discussion of ways to get healthier air in Sacramento area.
https://www.ecosacramento.net/2025/11/alberto-ayala-to-speak-to-climate-change-committee-nov-24/
about 2 months ago
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Day of Action: Nov 18! We need to take a highly visible stand against these two terrible projects. Join us! Say no to Coyote Creek Agrivoltaic Ranch! 2pm @ Board of Supervisors Say no to Airport South Industrial Project! 5pm @ City Council More:
www.ecosacramento.net/2025/11/day-...
about 2 months ago
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Sac supervisors shouldn’t just rubber-stamp SMUD’s Coyote Creek project | By The Sacramento Bee Editorial Board | November 17, 2025
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Sac supervisors shouldn’t just rubber-stamp SMUD’s Coyote Creek project | Opinion
This is the last chance to correct a serious error; the supervisors need to send this plan back to the drawing board.
https://www.sacbee.com/opinion/article312880258.html
about 2 months ago
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Thank you to everyone who came to the Environmentalist of the Year Awards ceremony and dinner on Friday evening at the Fox & Goose Public House! We enjoyed good music and food, honoring our awardees and conversing with fellow environmentalists! Photos to follow!
about 2 months ago
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Do you have your tickets yet? The Environmentalist of the Year Awards happens THIS Friday, November 14 at the Fox & Goose Public House in Sacramento! 6pm. Tickets here:
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about 2 months ago
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THANK YOU to all of our 2025 Environmentalist of the Year Awards sponsors! We could not host this event each year without our sponsors! Learn more about the event, happening this Friday 11/14/2025, on our website.
www.ecosacramento.net/events/eoy/
about 2 months ago
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Have you perused the catalog of intriguing items that will be available in the silent auction at Environmentalist of the Year Awards this Friday, Nov. 14, 2025?
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about 2 months ago
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Day of Action: November 18, 2025 Say no to Coyote Creek Agrivoltaic Ranch! Say no to Airport South Industrial Project!
www.ecosacramento.net/2025/11/day-...
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Day of Action: November 18, 2025
The environmental community in Sacramento needs to take a highly visible stand against these two terrible projects. Help us fight them.
https://www.ecosacramento.net/2025/11/day-of-action-november-18-2025/
about 2 months ago
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Don't miss the Environmentalist of the Year Awards, happening Friday, Nov. 14 at Fox & Goose in
#Sacramento
! Join us to honor 4 deserving awardees, including Susan Herre! For more info and tickets, visit our website!
www.ecosacramento.net/events/eoy/
2 months ago
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Airport South Industrial – Write the Sacramento City Council! Note that there are two opportunities for public comment. Please put Tuesday, November 18, 2025 (5pm) and Tuesday, December 2, 2025 (5pm) on your calendar.
www.ecosacramento.net/2025/11/airp...
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Airport South Industrial – Write the City Council
Note that there are two opportunities for public comment. Please put Tuesday November 18, 5 pm and Tuesday, Dec 2, 5 pm on your calendar.
https://www.ecosacramento.net/2025/11/airport-south-industrial-write-the-city-council/
2 months ago
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Solar site claimed as 'bare ground' yet thousands of trees at risk - The Sacramento Bee 10/30/2025
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Thursday, Oct 30
Solar site claimed as 'bare ground,' yet thousands of trees at risk
https://eedition.sacbee.com/shortcode/LMCSAC/edition/dea5345a-201f-f9f2-b0cf-5b62a3952dc2?page=327db55f-6511-5aca-6e32-6414572e1cf8&
2 months ago
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On October 21, 2025, ECOS submitted a letter to the City of Sacramento City Council regarding the Airport South Industrial Project.
www.ecosacramento.net/2025/10/airp...
3 months ago
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Tonight 10/16/2025 at 6pm: Join us for a conversation with Obadiah Bartholomy, Manager of SMUD’s Distributed Energy Strategy, to discuss the efforts that SMUD is making to reach carbon neutrality by 2030.
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3 months ago
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This Thursday 10/16/2025 join ECOS to hear about SMUD's 2030 Zero Carbon Plan! 6pm - hybrid meeting - learn more on our website!
www.ecosacramento.net/2025/10/a-co...
3 months ago
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A Conversation with SMUD -- The 2030 Zero Carbon Plan 10/16/2025 Join us for a conversation with Obadiah Bartholomy, Manager of SMUD's Distributed Energy Strategy, to discuss the efforts that SMUD is making to reach carbon neutrality by 2030.
www.ecosacramento.net/2025/10/a-co...
3 months ago
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Tonight - Monday 10/6/2025 at 5:30pm! The
#Sacramento
County Planning Commission will be deciding whether to recommend to the Sacramento County Board of Supervisors the approval of an approximately 1200 acre industrial solar facility. Learn more at
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3 months ago
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The Environmentalist of the Year Awards will be held on 11/14/2025 at 6pm at the Fox & Goose Public House. Become a sponsor of the awards and help make it possible for ECOS to grow our education, advocacy, and litigation work, and maintain operations.
www.ecosacramento.net/events/eoy/
3 months ago
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Become a Sponsor, be a TOP TOMATO! Become an event sponsor of Environmentalist of the Year Awards happening November 14, 2025 and help us host this annual evening of celebration, inspiration, and connection.
www.ecosacramento.net/events/eoy/
4 months ago
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Announcing… the 2025 Environmentalist of the Year Awardees! Susan Herre – Environmentalist of the Year Edith Thacher – Environmentalist of the Year Mackenzie Hollender – Rising Star Award Dr. Andrea Willey – Wildlife Award Congratulations!
www.ecosacramento.net/2025/09/anno...
4 months ago
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Friends – after the head-spinning events of last week, here is a summary of what happened and links to media coverage, as well as a status of all the projects proposed outside the Urban Services Boundary in the
#Natomas
Basin.
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4 months ago
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Environmentalist of the Year Awards 2025 will be held on Friday, November 14th, 2025 at Fox & Goose Public House in Sacramento, CA. Nominations are still open, but only until 9/1/2025! We invite you to make your nomination today!
#sacenviroawards
#Sacramento
www.ecosacramento.net/2025/08/call...
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Call for Nominations! Environmentalist of the Year Awards 2025
Do you know someone making a real difference for the environment in our region? Help us recognize their impact by submitting a nomination for the Environmentalist of the Year Awards!
https://www.ecosacramento.net/2025/08/call-for-nominations-environmentalist-of-the-year-awards-2025/
4 months ago
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Get your Environmentalist of the Year nomination in this week! The deadline to nominate is 9/1/2025!
www.ecosacramento.net/2025/08/call...
#sacenviroawards
4 months ago
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Do you know someone making a real difference for the environment in our region? Help us recognize their impact by submitting a nomination for the Environmentalist of the Year Awards!
www.ecosacramento.net/2025/08/call...
5 months ago
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Sacramento Supervisor Phil Serna chickens out of facing Natomas neighbors
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Sacramento Supervisor Phil Serna chickens out of facing Natomas neighbors | Opinion
Organizers provided Serna his own folding chair. He was a no-show
https://www.sacbee.com/opinion/article311766820.html
5 months ago
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“Climate Compass”: Elk Grove’s Plan to Implement Climate, Sustainability, & Resilience Goals – Presentation 8/21/2024, Hosted by the ECOS Climate Committee! Join the discussion and learn more about the City of
#ElkGrove's
climate plans!
www.ecosacramento.net/2025/08/clim...
5 months ago
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