California environment

Who we are?
Environment California is a statewide, citizen-based environmental advocacy
organization. We believe there’s something special about California — something worth
protecting and preserving for future generations. Whether it’s our magnificent Pacific coastline,
Yosemite’s “glitter of green and golden wonder in a vast edifice of stone and space,” or our 278
state parks, California’s natural wonders enrich our lives in countless ways.

Yet the places we love and the environmental values so many of us share are too often
threatened by powerful industries, shortsighted politicians and more. Defending our environment
requires independent research, tough-minded advocacy and spirited grassroots action. That’s the
idea behind Environment California. Together with hundreds of thousands of supporters from all
walks of life, we take the kind of action that wins tangible results for our environment.

What we do?
Funded by supporters like you, we research the challenges confronting California’s
environment and educate the public about what’s at stake. Through our research reports, news
conferences, interviews with reporters, op-ed pieces, letters to the editor, blogs and more, we
raise awareness of environmental issues and promote sensible solutions. Our canvassers meet
people where they are — in public places or door to door — raising awareness, recruiting new
supporters and activists, and raising funds to support our work.

When decisions are being made about California’s environment, our elected officials hear
plenty from the oil companies, developers and other powerful interests. We make the case for
our environment and help people like you make your voice heard, through petitions, emails,
letters, phone calls and more, all delivered to the right people just when it matters most.