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Gather for good at a CEC event this summer — freedom from plastic starts now.
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From ocean gyres to grocery aisles, plastic is all around us, and it puts our communities and planet at risk. This summer, we invite you to connect with local activists, explore bold solutions, and take action to reduce your plastic footprint. Join our June and July events at CEC’s Environmental Hub and kick off the season in plastic-free style!
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Meet the people and projects powering change at our 4th annual Plastic-Free Expo.
The Community Environmental Council and Santa Barbara Channelkeeper’s 4th annual Plastic-Free Expo features over a dozen local organizations, businesses, and government agencies offering information and resources for eliminating plastic. Join us to learn how to reduce plastic in your life, enjoy free refreshments, and chances to win eco-friendly prizes!
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Wednesday, June 25, 6:30 – 8:00 p.m.
CEC’s Environmental Hub
1219 State St., Santa Barbara
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Stand up to plastic pollution with Santa Barbara changemakers at Climate Fridays.
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. July’s gathering will focus on the growing plastic crisis and explore innovative solutions for a more sustainable future.
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Friday, July 11, 3:30 – 5:00 p.m.
CEC’s Environmental Hub
1219 State St., Santa Barbara
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Hear from local climate leaders at the Single-Use Planet screening and panel.
Don’t miss the Santa Barbara premiere of Single-Use Planet, a powerful documentary exploring the political, economic, health, and environmental impacts of single-use plastics. Inspired by jaw-dropping encounters with massive ocean plastic gyres, director Steve Cowan exposes the full lifecycle of single-use plastics, from petrochemical plants to polluted coastlines. Following the film, CEC and Santa Barbara Channelkeeper staff will lead a panel discussion on local plastic pollution challenges and ongoing efforts to reduce single-use plastic distribution.
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Thursday, July 17, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
CEC’s Environmental Hub
1219 State St., Santa Barbara
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In Case You Missed It: Climate Advocates Call For Enforcement of California’s Polystyrene Foam Ban
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Earlier this week, more than 90 organizations, including Beyond Plastics, Surfrider, Plastic Pollution Coalition, and CEC, sent a letter to California Governer Gavin Newsom calling for him to enforce the statewide ban on polystyrene foam food service products that went into effect on January 1, 2025. Despite the ban being in place for five months, these items remain widely available in stores and online. Read the news release to learn more.
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Join the CEC Hub — office space now available!
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Located at 1219 State Street, this 118-square-foot furnished ground-floor office in the Community Environmental Council’s Environmental Hub is a vibrant, inspiring space for work and collaboration. As a tenant, you’ll enjoy state-of-the-art green amenities, including access to three conference rooms complete with monitors and hybrid options, a shared kitchen, patio, and discounted event space.
Work alongside CEC, White Buffalo Land Trust, Human Rights Watch, and other local non-profit tenants in this exciting location. See photos of the space.
Non-profit tenant required. Competitive rates.
To learn more and view the space, contact:
The Miramar Group
Geoffrey Carter
geoffrey@miramarsb.com
(805) 233-7988
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Climate Fridays Santa Barbara
Friday, June 6, 2025
3:30 – 5:30 p.m.
CEC’s Environmental Hub
1219 State St., 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. June’s gathering will focus on actions for a healthy ocean in preparation for World Oceans Day on June 8. Stick around after the meeting for our quarterly happy hour to enjoy complimentary refreshments and network with the community. Learn more and register.
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Goleta Wildfire Hazard Zones, Risk & Readiness Public Presentations
Monday, June 9, 2025
6:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Goleta Community Center
5679 Hollister Avenue, Goleta
The City of Goleta is holding two special opportunities for Goleta residents to learn about recent updates to the California Local Responsibility Area Fire Hazard Severity Zone (FHSZ) maps and ongoing projects to reduce wildfire risk. These in-person presentations at the Goleta Community Center (GCC) will offer valuable insight into what these updates mean for property owners, renters, and families living in wildfire-prone areas across Goleta. Learn more and register.
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CEC is offering in-person and virtual help to apply for EV savings
Wednesday, June 18, 2025
5:00 – 8:00 p.m.
CEC’s Environmental Hub
1219 State St., Santa Barbara
The Driving Clean Assistance Program (DCAP) is helping income-eligible Californians save big on an EV lease or purchase. From April to August, CEC is offering FREE in-person and virtual DCAP application assistance sessions. During the sessions, CEC associates will provide one-on-one support to help you complete your application. Fill out this form to see if you qualify and sign up for one of our in-person or virtual application assistance events. Our team will review your response and send you a list of required documents for your application if you qualify.
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Support Critical Work Like This
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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.
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Learn more about how you can invest in CEC’s work to accelerate regional climate solutions at cecsb.org/donate.
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