Lia Harel, 18, co-founded and organizes Minnesota Can’t Wait, a youth-led movement pushing for bold climate action. She became an organizer three years ago, recognizing climate change's broad

Lia Harel, 18, co-founded and organizes Minnesota Can’t Wait, a youth-led movement pushing for bold climate action. She became an organizer three years ago, recognizing climate change's broad societal impacts.

Frustrated, she joined other youth activists in summer 2018 to demand Minnesota lead on climate policies, forming Minnesota Can’t Wait, reflecting their urgency. The movement united diverse groups—including Indigenous communities and business leaders—around three core demands: no new fossil fuel infrastructure, statewide greenhouse gas regulation, and supporting the Minnesota Green New Deal Bill. They organized rallies, testified, and helped draft legislation, aiming to shift conversations and elevate expectations for a just, sustainable economy.

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Imagine living beside the world's largest freshwater body, yet being unable to afford its use. This is the reality for Highland Park, Michigan residents, who face soaring water costs and demand

Imagine living beside the world's largest freshwater body, yet being unable to afford its use. This is the reality for Highland Park, Michigan residents, who face soaring water costs and demand accountability for these rising expenses.

This critical situation highlights issues of water access, community rights, sustainability, and civil rights, with particular relevance to women's rights, government responsibility, and local activism in Michigan. The topic is explored in a film by Liz Miller.

Environmental protection agencies, created to regulate polluting industries, have been compromised. These bodies, meant to safeguard our environment, have been "hijacked" by the very industries

Environmental protection agencies, created to regulate polluting industries, have been compromised. These bodies, meant to safeguard our environment, have been "hijacked" by the very industries they were designed to oversee.

Legal scholar Mary Christina Wood tells Bill Moyers that our judicial system, along with future generations, may ultimately be our best hope. She suggests they will save us from ourselves.

Senator Whitehouse contends that the failure to address climate change stems from a misunderstanding of "the truly manipulative and evil effects of money in politics."

He argues that these

Senator Whitehouse contends that the failure to address climate change stems from a misunderstanding of "the truly manipulative and evil effects of money in politics."

He argues that these effects are currently at play, stating, "You undo Citizens United and we will have a bill in a month."

One-third of House Democrats have cosponsored H.R. 763, the Energy Innovation and Carbon Dividend Act. This significant legislation aims to address climate change, reflecting a growing priority

One-third of House Democrats have cosponsored H.R. 763, the Energy Innovation and Carbon Dividend Act. This significant legislation aims to address climate change, reflecting a growing priority among these representatives.

Hear directly from some of these cosponsors as they explain their commitment to climate action and their support for this bill. Watch the full discussion here: Facebook Video #PriceOnPollution

John Hofmeister details the industry support that underpinned the 2010 Waxman-Markey cap-and-trade bill, which ultimately failed.

He argues that establishing a price on carbon is crucial.

John Hofmeister details the industry support that underpinned the 2010 Waxman-Markey cap-and-trade bill, which ultimately failed.

He argues that establishing a price on carbon is crucial. This mechanism is necessary to drive industry investment in developing and deploying carbon removal technologies.

Congress is actively addressing climate change, as highlighted by Dr. Danny Richter, CCL's VP of Government Affairs. Recent legislative progress includes the House passing the RECLAIM Act,

Congress is actively addressing climate change, as highlighted by Dr. Danny Richter, CCL's VP of Government Affairs. Recent legislative progress includes the House passing the RECLAIM Act, providing $1 billion for mine cleanup and job creation. Additionally, the bipartisan Growing Climate Solutions Act, promoting climate-smart farming, advanced in Congress. The U.S. House Select Committee on the Climate Crisis also released a report advocating for climate action, including carbon pricing.

With Congress engaged, volunteers should participate in our Monthly Calling Campaign, write letters to the editor, and engage with Members of Congress on social media. For more details, review CCL's summary of the Select Committee report.

Students are passionately advocating for the Healthy Future Students and Earth Act.

Listen as they share compelling reasons why this legislation is vital for a sustainable

Students are passionately advocating for the Healthy Future Students and Earth Act.

Listen as they share compelling reasons why this legislation is vital for a sustainable future.

After hearing their perspectives, contact your congressional representatives and urge them to support this critical bill.

Climate One proudly announces a significant milestone: 100 TV episodes! We invite you to join us in looking back at some memorable highlights from our journey, fostering crucial conversations

Climate One proudly announces a significant milestone: 100 TV episodes! We invite you to join us in looking back at some memorable highlights from our journey, fostering crucial conversations about climate action.

Our episodes have featured influential voices like Al Gore and Bill Nye, explored critical topics such as oppressive heat and global climate action, and highlighted youth engagement. We've also delved into areas like mindfulness with Christiana Figueres, all under the banner of #letstalkclimate.

Sophie Tipper, passionate about environmental policy since middle school, joined the Colorado Youth Advisory Council (COYAC) in July 2023. Noticing youth were absent from state environmental task

Sophie Tipper, passionate about environmental policy since middle school, joined the Colorado Youth Advisory Council (COYAC) in July 2023. Noticing youth were absent from state environmental task forces, she and Ashna Shah developed a policy memo recommending youth advisors for the Colorado Department of Public Health's Environmental Justice Board. This led to drafting SB25-055, a bill requiring two youth members on the board. Despite a sponsor's election defeat, Tipper secured new support, and the bill was introduced to the Colorado legislature in January 2025.

SB25-055 subsequently passed and was signed into law by Governor Jared Polis in May. Tipper, now drafting a plastic pollution bill, believes youth advocacy empowers young people to drive real policy change. She hopes to inspire similar youth-led environmental initiatives nationwide.