ABOUT US

The Yolo County Sustainability Division leads the County’s efforts to advance equitable climate action and respond to climate change. It is located within the County Administrator’s Office.

The County has a well-earned reputation for environmental protection and climate action. A leading advocate of ecosystem conservation, responsible growth, and agricultural lands preservation for more than 40 years, the County has also taken numerous steps to reduce emissions associated with County government operations.

In September 2020, the Board of Supervisors approved a Climate Emergency Declaration (Resolution No. 20-114), establishing a goal of achieving a carbon negative footprint by 2030 while ensuring a just transition to an inclusive, equitable, sustainable, and resilient local economy. The Board subsequently created the Yolo County Climate Action Commission (YCCAC), an eleven-member advisory body charged with guiding development and implementation of the County’s Climate Action and Adaptation Plan (CAAP) and ensuring that vulnerable, marginalized, and historically underserved communities are centered in the process.

The Sustainability Division staffs the Commission and coordinates climate action and sustainability efforts across County departments. It also works closely with external partners, including local municipalities, regional agencies, community-based organizations, and community leaders, to align goals and advance collaborative climate mitigation and adaptation strategies.

On December 3, 2024, the Yolo County Board of Supervisors unanimously adopted the final 2030 CAAP, marking the transition from planning to implementation. To support transparency and public engagement in this next phase, the County launched an interactive Climate Action Dashboard on Earth Day 2026, which brings the CAAP to life through accessible data, progress tracking, and resources for community action.

See the progress. Find resources. Take action. Visit climateaction.yolocounty.gov today to learn more!