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Our Programs

At Butte Environmental Council, our programs are designed and delivered by experienced environmental professionals and community advocates dedicated to protecting natural resources, promoting sustainability, and strengthening local communities. Through community-driven initiatives, educational outreach, and collaborative partnerships, we provide meaningful opportunities for residents to engage in environmental stewardship and create lasting positive impact.

BEC's Work

A group of people holding a banner for cleanup

ACTION

Through our membership model, BEC aims to bring people together to protect the environment through building a strong community.

BEC is probably best known for the Bidwell Park & Chico Creeks Cleanup. Hundreds of volunteers work together every September to remove hundreds of pounds of waste from our creeks and parks.

Protesters hold signs against water tunnel

ADVOCACY

Our advocacy programs are working to protect groundwater, improve air quality, and encourage growth that is healthy for the community and the environment.

BEC's first major accomplishment was a collaboration with Sierra Club and North State Wilderness that resulted in 6,000 acres of Ishi, Bucks Lake, and Chips Creek are being designated as a wilderness area in 1984!

A group of children listening to the teacher

EDUCATION

Our education programs inform the public through workshops and outreach campaigns.

One of BEC's historic accomplishments has been hosting the Endangered Species Faire for 43 years! In commemoration of Earth Day, this youth and family fun event brings 3,000 people to participate in interactive exhibits, activities, presentations, and festive entertainment.