Climate Education-Preparing Communities Through Youth

As more young people are growing up on the frontlines of a changing climate, it is critical they receive a strong environmental education to build a sense of the natural world, create an awareness, and develop agency to take action. This panel brings together climate educators to discuss the current landscape of climate education, the challenges in implementing the curriculum, and policy recommendations.
SPEAKERS
Kailyn Fox, Education and Training Manager, Office of Energy & Sustainability, NYC Public Schools
Michaela Labriole, Director of Strategic Education Initiatives, New York Hall of Science
Rob Markuske, Marine Affairs and Policy, Advocacy Instructor, Sustainability Coordinator, New York Harbor School
Alexandra Schindel, PhD, Associate Professor, University at Buffalo (SUNY)
Moderated by Jesse Aman, Government Affairs Co-Lead, Atlantic Shores Offshore Wind