ECOS Climate Meeting: Environmental Justice in Sacramento – Feb 19, 2026

Sacramento, California – The Environmental Council of Sacramento (ECOS) is hosting a series of events throughout February 2026, focusing on environmental justice, climate adaptation, and regional ecological concerns. These events reflect a growing emphasis on localized environmental action within the state capital and beyond.

A key event is the Climate Change Committee meeting scheduled for February 19, 2026, featuring a presentation by Jonathan London, Professor in the Department of Human Ecology at the University of California, Davis. Professor London’s presentation, titled “The Fundamentals of Environmental Justice in Sacramento and Beyond,” will be the centerpiece of the meeting, running from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM. The meeting will adopt a hybrid format, offering both in-person attendance at Mogavero Architects, located at 1331 T Street, Sacramento, and virtual participation via Zoom. Those wishing to join online can access the meeting through this link or by dialing 669-900-6833, using Meeting ID 665 616 4155.

The ECOS meeting schedule indicates a social hour will precede the presentation, from 5:30 PM to 6:00 PM, offering light snacks and beverages. Following Professor London’s presentation, the meeting will include updates from ECOS and its member organizations, scheduled from 7:30 PM to 7:50 PM, before adjourning. An agenda for the meeting is available in PDF format here, and further resources can be found here.

ECOS has been actively engaged in a series of discussions and meetings throughout February 2026. On February 10, 2026, the Water Committee convened to discuss the health of salmonid populations and climate adaptation solutions. This meeting, held via Zoom, featured Steve Rotehrt, Division Chief and Multibenefit Initiatives, Department of Water Resources, and included an invitation to Carson Jeffres, Senior Researcher. A community meeting focused on advocacy training took place on February 11, 2026, and on February 12, 2026, the Climate Change Committee hosted David Mogavero at the Stanford Gallery, part of the California State Railroad Museum.

ECOS also offers monthly orientation sessions on Zoom, designed to introduce new members to the organization’s work and the broader environmental issues facing the Sacramento region. These orientations are held on the third Tuesday of each month at 6:00 PM, and registration is available through Eventbrite.

The focus on environmental justice, as highlighted by Professor London’s upcoming presentation, reflects a broader trend in environmental advocacy. Environmental justice concerns the fair treatment and meaningful involvement of all people regardless of race, color, national origin, or income, with respect to the development, implementation, and enforcement of environmental laws, regulations, and policies. Sacramento, as a diverse and rapidly growing metropolitan area, faces particular challenges in ensuring equitable access to environmental benefits and mitigating environmental burdens across all communities.

The ECOS events also come at a time of increasing concern over climate change impacts in California. The state has experienced increasingly frequent and severe wildfires, droughts, and extreme weather events, underscoring the need for proactive climate adaptation strategies. The discussions surrounding salmonid populations highlight the vulnerability of key ecosystems to changing climate conditions and the importance of sustainable water management practices.

Looking ahead, ECOS is already planning for Sacramento Earth Day on April 26, 2026. The organization’s ongoing commitment to community engagement and collaborative problem-solving positions it as a key player in addressing the environmental challenges facing the Sacramento region and beyond. The Habitat Committee and Water Committee also maintain regular meeting schedules, with the Habitat Committee meeting on the first Monday of each month and the Water Committee on the second.