Sacramento’s Climate Movement
Vision
We believe in a world with a safe climate, where nature is respected and protected, and our social, political, and economic systems work for all people and the planet.
Who We Are
350 Sacramento is a grassroots environmental justice organization focused on collective action to create a safe global climate. With a small, dedicated staff and a large base of passionate volunteers, our team comprises a diverse range of backgrounds and talents, all working together toward a common goal: to reduce pollution, protect our communities, and create a more sustainable future.
Approach
Through advocacy, education, and the power of community, we pursue active solutions and policies that support a future where all people are free to breathe fresh air, access clean energy, and live in a safe, healthy environment.
Impact
2024 Annual Impact Report
Since our organization began in 2010, 350 Sacramento has worked diligently to facilitate community action and advocate for policies that will reduce pollution, protect our environment, and prioritize equitable, sustainable climate solutions. To effect change on a systemic level, we've focused on three primary areas: (1) Advocacy & Policy, (2) Education, and (3) Community.
Some recent achievements include:
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Next Generation of Climate Leaders. The Student Environmental Activist Training (SEAT) is our signature youth education program that helps students in our community gain the skills and experience they need to pursue academic and professional careers in climate justice. In 2023, we worked with more than 30 participants, 15 of whom went on to become paid interns at 350 Sacramento. Our interns have initiated projects such as the school bus and building electrification plan and the Green Schools Action Coalition (GSAC), an inter-district coalition of students, teachers, and climate activists in the Sacramento area.
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New & Improved Climate Action Plan (CAP). Following our ongoing scrutiny, analysis, and comments, the County of Sacramento is re-drafting its long-overdue Climate Action Plan. The County’s work plan indicates the next draft will address eight of our long-standing concerns. This is a major step toward ensuring the County will meet its obligations to reduce pollution and do its share to protect communities from the negative impacts of climate change.
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Cleaner, Healthier Indoor Air. Our air filter project – which included construction workshops, DIY kit distribution, and community awareness events – has brought air filters to more than 600 local households in areas that are most affected by pollution. Residents are using these filters to help protect their homes, health, and families by improving indoor air quality.
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Measure A Not Ok (2022). We worked alongside the “Measure A Not Ok” campaign – which included partners such as the League of Women Voters, Sierra Club, United Latinos, Sacramento Taxpayers Association, and dozens of other groups and grassroots organizations – to successfully defeat proposed legislation that would have had devastating effects on the local community and environment.
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Zero Carbon by 2030 (2021). After years of our persistent advocacy, SMUD (Sacramento Municipal Utility District), approved a “Zero Carbon by 2030” plan, the most ambitious carbon reduction plan of any large utility in the nation.
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Sacramento Building Electrification Ordinance (2020+). As a result of our leadership and engagement with the Mayors’ Commission on Climate Change, the City of Sacramento passed an ordinance that requires all new buildings to be electric, with no natural gas (fossil fuel) infrastructure. This is a critical first step in reducing carbon emissions from the built environment.
The climate justice movement is a team effort, and whether you volunteer, make a donation, or share our message, we truly appreciate your support. We are grateful to be part of this committed community of climate advocates and change-makers!
“We must rise up and meet the greatest challenge of our lives with stubborn optimism.”
– Xiye Bastida, Climate Justice Activist & Co-Founder (Re-Earth Initiative)