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Thinking About an EV? Here Are Five Reasons to Make the Switch
September 14, 2026
Thinking About an EV? Here Are Five Reasons to Make the Switch
September 14, 2026

Electric vehicles (EVs) are no longer for the niche tech enthusiast – they are now a practical choice for the everyday driver. EVs are affordable, can travel farther on a single charge, and new models are continually released. At the same time, charging infrastructure continues to grow steadily across California, making it easier to drive electric, whether you’re commuting, running errands, or taking a road trip.

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September 14, 2026
Speak Out on Sept. 15 to Stop New Oil Wells in Santa Barbara County
September 11, 2026
Climate Policy
Speak Out on Sept. 15 to Stop New Oil Wells in Santa Barbara County
September 11, 2026
Climate Policy

Join us Tuesday, Sept. 15, to urge the Santa Barbara County Board of Supervisors to approve proposed amendments to the Land Use and Development Code (LUDC) and Coastal Zoning Ordinance (CZO) that would prohibit new onshore oil and gas wells. These long-awaited protections would safeguard community health, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and prevent future expansion of oil extraction while creating a responsible pathway for winding down existing operations in Santa Barbara County.

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September 11, 2026
Climate Policy
Alza la voz el 15 de septiembre en contra de nuevos pozos petroleros en el condado de Santa Bárbara
September 11, 2026
Climate Policy
Alza la voz el 15 de septiembre en contra de nuevos pozos petroleros en el condado de Santa Bárbara
September 11, 2026
Climate Policy

Join us Tuesday, Sept. 15, to urge the Santa Barbara County Board of Supervisors to approve proposed amendments to the Land Use and Development Code (LUDC) and Coastal Zoning Ordinance (CZO) that would prohibit new onshore oil and gas wells. These long-awaited protections would safeguard community health, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and prevent future expansion of oil extraction while creating a responsible pathway for winding down existing operations in Santa Barbara County.

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September 11, 2026
Climate Policy

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