Helping Hands Blog

As a founding member of the Monterey Bay Area Climate Justice Collaborative (MBACJC), Ecology Action understands that true climate resilience starts at the neighborhood level. While large-scale infrastructure is important, our safety during a crisis often depends on the strength of our local connections. This is why we view disaster preparedness not as a solitary task, but as a vital act of community care. The Resilient Central Coast initiative, supported by our regional part

Clean energy shouldn't be a luxury reserved for a few. In Watsonville, a new partnership led by Ecology Action—a founding member of our collaborative—is proving that the future of transportation can be both sustainable and affordable. With the official launch of Míocar, residents now have 24/7 access to a fleet of electric vehicles for just $4 an hour.

This UC Berkeley CLEE case study details the Monterey Bay EV CAR Framework. In 2025, partners including AMBAG and Ecology Action surveyed 691 residents to identify transportation barriers in underserved areas. Findings reveal significant hurdles to equitable EV adoption, such as low technology familiarity, high costs, and lack of charging for renters. These insights now guide regional investments in community-centric vanpooling and car sharing.