Kraig Pakulski / Monday, January 26, 2026 / Categories: Regions, California; Santa Barbara County Local Program Prepares Community Leaders for Climate Action in Santa Barbara SANTA BARBARA, Calif. (KEYT) – The Community Environmental Council (CEC) is launching its next Climate Stewards course this week, training local residents to tackle environmental challenges and take meaningful action in their communities. The multi-week program offers hands-on instruction in environmental education, leadership skills, and practical solutions tailored to the Santa Barbara area. Participants learn from local experts and complete a capstone project designed to create real-world impact in neighborhoods, classrooms, and businesses. Kathi King, CEC’s Director of Outreach and Education, said the course has a track record of producing community leaders who implement sustainability initiatives across the region. The upcoming session begins January 27th and will be held at CEC’s Environmental Hub on State Street. The course welcomes teachers, students, business owners, and local leaders ready to become environmental advocates. The post Local Program Prepares Community Leaders for Climate Action in Santa Barbara appeared first on News Channel 3-12. Previous Article Winter storm leaves over a dozen dead, prolonged power outages and brutal cold Next Article Local Program Prepares Community Leaders for Climate Action in Santa Barbara Print 17 Rate this article: No rating Tags: Local NewsNewsSanta Barbara - South CountyTop StoriesCommunityEnvironment & Energy Please login or register to post comments.