Why Climate Education Matters
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75% of young people say the future is frightening because of climate change. Lancet Planetary Health, 2021
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Only 1 in 5 high school students in the US receive education that covers climate science in depth. NPR, 2019
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97% of climate scientists agree that climate change is real and human caused - yet misinformation is widespread, leaving youth confused or disengaged. NASA, IPCC, AAAS
Why Emotional resilience is Essential
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59% of teens report feeling helpless about climate change—yet those with support and tools for action feel significantly less anxious.
Source: American Psychological Association, 2021
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When young people understand systems and see themselves as part of solutions, they report higher levels of hope, motivation, and engagement.
Source: Stanford Social Innovation Review, 2020
What Happens when Teens are Climate Literate and Emotionally Equipped?
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2x more likely to engage in community action.
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More likley to talk to a friend or family about climate.
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Better equipped to manage anxiety and uncertainty about the future.
Yale Program on Climate Change Communication, Climate Mental Health Network
The Ripple Effect
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They teach peers and influence family decisions.
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They shape school policies.
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They launch local initiatives.
And when youth feel seen, supported and connected, their ability to lead transformative change increases exponentially.