Nov. 8 — Make your voice a force for climate action at CEC’s Youth Climate Workshop

THIS SATURDAY: Make your voice a force for climate action at CEC’s Youth Climate Workshop

Team up with fellow students and local climate leaders to drive real environmental policy change for our communities.

Saturday, November 8, 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.

CEC’s Environmental Hub, 1219 State St., Santa Barbara

This is a special chance to:

• Hear from a panel of elected officials – including three current Santa Barbara City Council members – as they share insights on the power of public participation. You’ll have a chance to ask questions and connect with panelists one-on-one

• Learn how the Environmental Defense Center and Make Polluters Pay Santa Barbara are leading the charge on high-impact campaigns in our communities and how you can get involved

• Find out how to make your voice heard, and practice speaking out with a fun round of Public Comment Mad Libs

• Enjoy complimentary snacks and drinks, receive community service hours, and take advantage of opportunities to collaborate with peers

Workshop Details

Students can earn community service hours for participating— all while building skills, confidence, and connections.

Participants under 18 must submit a signed permission slip. Email it to Kathi King at kking@cecmail.org or bring a printed copy on the day of the event.

For questions, contact Kathi via email or by phone at 805-730-0202.

Other Opportunities

Gather for good this holiday season at CEC’s Environmental Hub

The holidays are just around the corner — host your end-of-year celebration in a space that reflects your values!

Introducing the Sustainable Chill Guide: Energy-Efficient Refrigeration for a Healthy Planet

Commercial refrigeration units consume a lot of energy and the refrigerants that keep them cool contribute significantly to greenhouse gas emissions and climate change. By replacing old units with healthy, energy-efficient options, businesses can lower their energy bill, reduce their environmental impact, and keep their perishable goods fresher for longer. The Community Environmental Council and the Santa Barbara County Food Action Network have developed a guide for California small businesses that explains the benefits of healthy refrigeration, offers affordable solutions, and points to funding sources and resources to help make the switch.

View Sustainable Chill: A Guide to Healthy, Energy-Efficient Refrigeration.

Become a Resilience Hub and Help Your Community Prepare for Disasters

The California Central Coast faces growing challenges from extreme heat, wildfire smoke, flooding, and poor air quality. Community resilience hubs — trusted local spaces like schools, libraries, community centers, and churches — can provide aid and resources before, during, and after these events. CEC can help activate your site to:

1. Provide clean air during smoke events

2. Act as cooling locations during extreme heat

3. Distribute food

4. Serve as an emergency shelter or hub for emergency services

5. Facilitate disaster preparedness training and neighborhood organizing

6. Host off-grid charging during power outages or shutdowns

Take our short survey to learn more and get support or use our toolkit to get started today.

Upcoming Events

Climate Fridays Santa Barbara

Friday, November 7, 2025 (AND every first friday in 2025)

3:30 – 5 p.m.

CEC’s Environmental Hub

1219 State Street, Santa Barbara

Join CEC, the Society of Fearless Grandmothers Santa Barbara, and the Santa Barbara Sierra Club on the first Friday of each month. At these events, climate activists, students, community partners, and friends gather to learn about regional climate change issues and how to take collective action to protect our planet. November’s gathering will focus on regenerative agriculture and feature guest speakers from CEC, Harris Gaviota Farm, and SEEAG, along with sustainable food expert Gerri French. Learn more and register.

Day in the Park: Sustainability Community Fair

Saturday, November 15, 2025

12:30 – 4:00 p.m.

Leroy Park

4689 11th St., Guadalupe

Join the Guadalupe–Nipomo Dunes Center, the County of Santa Barbara, and community partners for a free, family-friendly afternoon celebrating our community and the sustainable future we’re building together. Hosted at Guadalupe’s Leroy Park, this event offers something for everyone: free food, live music, kids’ activities, and a chance to get to know your neighbors. Discover sustainability tools and tips, learn about local projects that are improving life in Guadalupe, and speak directly with organizations who want to hear your ideas and feedback. This is your opportunity to have a voice in shaping a more resilient Guadalupe. Learn more.

Día en el Parque: Feria Comunitaria de Sostenibilidad

Sábado 15 de noviembre de 2025

12:30 – 4:00 p.m.

Leroy Park

4689 11th St., Guadalupe

Vecinos de Guadalupe, ¡unámonos para un día de conexión, aprendizaje y diversión! Comparte ideas, conoce los proyectos locales y descubre recursos que ayudan a nuestras familias y a nuestra comunidad a crecer. Disfruta de comida gratis, música y actividades gratuitas para niños. Nuestros aliados estarán presentes para escuchar, responder preguntas y brindar información en los idiomas que hablamos en nuestra comunidad. ¡Ven a celebrar Guadalupe con nosotros! El evento es organizado por el Guadalupe-Nipomo Dunes Center y el Condado de Santa Bárbara. Más información.

A Green Holiday Market

Thursday, December 4, 2025

4:00 – 8:00 p.m.

CEC’s Environmental Hub

1219 State St., Santa Barbara

Celebrate the season sustainably at CEC’s Green Holiday Market, a festive evening filled with eco-friendly shopping, creative crafting, and community cheer. Explore a curated lineup of vendors offering thoughtful, sustainably-made gifts, including ceramics, jewelry, paper goods, and vintage finds. This collaborative event, hosted by Beachside Babes Market and CEC, will feature flash tattoos, the chance to craft your own upcycled charm bracelet or necklace, and sustainable gift wrapping from local Girl Scouts. Come sip on cozy cocoa or cider as you browse and get your holiday shopping done while supporting Santa Barbara makers and the planet. Learn more.

Support Critical Work Like This

Recognized as a 2020 California Nonprofit of the Year and a City of Santa Barbara Climate Hero, CEC is led by CEO Sigrid Wright, 2022 Congressional Woman of the Year. See our most recent impact report to learn how we are serving California’s Central Coast by advancing rapid and equitable solutions to the climate crisis.

Learn more about how you can invest in CEC’s work to accelerate regional climate solutions at cecsb.org/donate.