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North Natomas industrial project clears annexation hurdle but faces lawsuit The decision clears one of the final regulatory steps for the development, though other hurdles remain.

North Natomas industrial project clears annexation hurdle but faces lawsuit
“It's very concerning to me that the issues related to the environment haven't really been taken seriously by our elected officials," -ECOS Board President Heather Fargo
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North Natomas industrial project clears final regulatory hurdle Environmental groups vow to continue their legal fight after the Natomas industrial project cleared its final regulatory step.

Natomas industrial project clears final regulatory hurdle “This project is in the wrong location, it will worsen our air pollution problem, threatening the health of school children and nearby residents when there is already plenty of land...” www.sacbee.com/news/politic...

Join us Sunday, APRIL 26, 2026 for Sacramento Earth Day! “Water We Waiting for?” is this year's event theme. Together we can better understand the value of our water supply and balancing its needs! Learn more on our website! www.ecosacramento.net/sacearthday/

Airport South Industrial – LAFCO Vote, March 4 On March 4, 2026, the Local Agency Formation Commission (LAFCO) will vote on whether or not to permit annexation of 475 acres of farmland into the City of Sacramento for the Airport South Industrial P...

Today, March 4, 2026, the Local Agency Formation Commission (LAFCO) will vote on whether or not to permit annexation of 475 acres of farmland into the City of Sacramento for the Airport South Industrial Project (ASIP). Learn more here: www.ecosacramento.net/2026/03/airp...

Today, March 3, 2026, ECOS submitted a letter to the Local Area Formation Commission (LAFCo) of our comments regarding their upcoming vote on the Airport South Industrial Project (ASIP), proposed in Natomas. www.ecosacramento.net/2026/03/ecos...

Natomas Grandpark Begins! Send ASIP Comments Reminder about the March 4 meeting by LAFCo on the Airport South Industrial Project; and Information about the Grandpark Southwest project – workshop on March 11

Natomas update! Two Things:
1. Reminder about the March 4 meeting by LAFCo on the Airport South Industrial Project. Send comments.
2. Information about the Grandpark Southwest project – workshop on March 11. Learn about this enormous project outside the USB.
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Celebrate Black History Month: The Extraordinary Work of Black Environmentalists Celebrate Black History Month and learn about the extraordinary work that Black Environmentalists have done to support a healthy environment for all!

Celebrate Black History Month and learn about the extraordinary work that Black Environmentalists have done to support a healthy environment for all! www.ecosacramento.net/2026/02/cele...

Climate Emergency Call to Action, March 10 - County Supervisors consider Climate Emergency measures… don’t let them water them down!
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Learn what ECOS is all about! Attend our monthly orientation session on Tuesday, February 17, 2026 from 6:00 – 6:30 pm via Zoom to get a broad overview of what ECOS does, why it matters, and what you can do to help! www.ecosacramento.net/2026/02/ecos...

Your voice matters! SacRT is hosting a series of public workshops to gather community input on safety challenges, barriers, and opportunities for improving access to transit.

The ECOS Climate Change Committee will host Jonathan London on February 19, 2026, to discuss the history of environmental injustice in Sacramento and some of the efforts made to shape a more equitable region. www.ecosacramento.net/2026/02/envi...

Join us on Thursday next week! (Feb 19)

Save the Date(s)! TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 10, 2026 | 5:00 - 7:00 PM Salmonids: Population Health and Climate Adaptation Solutions; WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 11, 2026 | 6:00 - 8:00 PM Community Meeting - Update and Advocacy Trainin...

Save the Date(s)!
TUES, FEB 10, 2026 | 5–7PM Salmonids: Population Health and Climate Adaptation Solutions;
WED, FEB 11, 2026 | 6–8PM Community Meeting – Update and Advocacy Training;
THURS, FEB 12, 2026 | 5–6:15PM A Conversation with David
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ECOS Climate Change Committee hosts David Mogavero Feb 12, 2026 at 5pm at the Stanford Gallery, part of the CA State Railroad Museum
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Environmental groups sue Sacramento over Airport South Industrial project YouTube video by ABC10

Environmental groups sue Sacramento over Airport South Industrial project
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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.

SMUD could have killed a bad solar project months ago, but didn’t. Why?
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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.

Environmental groups file lawsuits against 440-acre project near Sacramento airport
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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.

Wonderful news! SMUD ends power deal for Coyote Creek solar project tied to environmental suit. www.sacbee.com/news/local/a...

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. eedition.sacbee.com/shortcode/LM...

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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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...

New Lawsuit Challenges Sacramento County’s 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.

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...

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 ...

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! www.ecosacramento.net/2025/12/ecos...

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.

SacBee: Sacramento County still lacks reliable water as Serna loves a bad project
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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.

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...

Coyote Creek Community Meeting! Tuesday, December 9, 2025 6:00 – 8:00 PM at the Shepard Garden & Arts Center, 3330 McKinley Blvd, Sacramento, CA www.ecosacramento.net/2025/11/emer...

Coyote Creek Community Meeting! Tuesday, December 9, 2025 6:00 – 8:00 PM at the Shepard Garden & Arts Center, 3330 McKinley Blvd, Sacramento, CA www.ecosacramento.net/2025/11/emer...

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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