Environmental Action Committee of West Marin

Founded in 1971, Environmental Action Committee of West Marin is a non-governmental organisation based in Point Reyes Station, United States working on environment & climate, nature & wildlife conservation, water & sanitation.

The Environmental Action Committee of West Marin (EAC) is a nonprofit environmental organisation based in Point Reyes Station, California, in the coastal communities of West Marin. Founded in January 1971 following the Standard Oil spill in San Francisco Bay, it was incorporated as a nonprofit on March 17, 1971. EAC works to protect and sustain the lands, waters and biodiversity of coastal Marin County, from Dillon Beach to Muir Beach. Its main activities are advocacy before county, state and federal agencies and boards on environmental policy, science-based campaigns on issues such as offshore oil, aquaculture, water quality, marine protected areas, climate resilience and development, and public education and engagement. Its programmes include the Point Reyes Birding & Nature Festival, Litter Bugs Me and coastal clean-ups, Marin MPA Watch, the Duxbury Reef Docent Program and an internship programme. EAC works with volunteers, members, local communities, government agencies and coalition partners. The organisation is led by an Executive Director and a staff team covering policy, programmes, development and finance.