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Environmental & Energy

Jul. 6, 2026

Environmental groups sue Barstow over approval of BNSF logistics hub

A coalition of environmental organizations alleges Barstow violated the California Environmental Quality Act by approving BNSF's 5,000-acre rail yard and warehouse project based on an inadequate environmental review that understated air pollution and habitat impacts. The suit seeks to halt construction of the project.

A coalition of environmental and conservation groups sued the City of Barstow on Wednesday, alleging it violated the California Environmental Quality Act by approving a massive rail and warehouse project without adequately addressing its environmental impacts.

The petition challenges the City Council's June 16 approval of the Burlington Northern Santa Fe Barstow International Gateway, a 5,000-acre logistics hub that includes approximately 9 million square feet of warehouse spa...

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