New York City
Why New York?
New York City is on the front lines of the climate crisis. According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, by 2050, low-lying neighborhoods could experience frequent and severe flooding, and by 2100, under high-emissions scenarios, large coastal areas could be largely submerged. Beyond the risks of flooding, the city’s dense high-rise complexes are energy and waste intensive, making urban life a significant contributor to greenhouse gas emissions. These realities mean that the choices New Yorkers make today about energy, transportation, education, and waste will directly shape both local and global outcomes.
New York City harbors an extraordinary concentration of talent and creativity. Thousands of students across the city are deeply concerned about the climate crisis and eager to act.
Our Partner Schools
Founding Schools: Avenues The World School and The Chapin School
Berkeley Carroll School
Brooklyn Friends School
The Dalton School
Dwight School
Fordham Preparatory School
Friends Seminary
Grace Church School
Hackley School
If you are not in one of our Partner Schools, contact us to join the network.
The Hewitt School
Horace Mann School
The Nightingale-Bamford School
United Nations International School