Climate Education

A student writes on a poster "I pledge to take climate action"
Educators sit around a table in discussion with each other.
A teacher stands at the front of a classroom, pointing at a PowerPoint presentation on a screen.

As NYC experiences the effects of climate change, our teachers, staff, and students want to learn about the hazards of – and the solutions to – the climate crisis.  


The NYC Public Schools Office of Energy & Sustainability leads efforts to bring climate education into curriculum and the day-to-day operations of schools. We lead climate education programs for educators and students in all grade levels and subjects. 

For Educators


Climate Action Days Guide – resources developed by our Climate Education Leadership Team (CELT) for Climate Action Days


Climate Education Resources – turnkey lesson plans, developed by our Climate Education Leadership Team (CELT) 


Teaching Resources – a broader selection of resources and activities, grouped by topic: 


Training and Events – upcoming professional development events. In addition to trainings throughout the year, we have annual professional development events: 

NYC Public Schools Climate Education Leadership Team (CELT) is a proactive group of teachers and administrators addressing the gap in formal climate education in NYC schools.

For Students


Youth Leadership Council – our Council of high school students advancing sustainability and climate justice across NYC schools and communities 

NYC Solar Career & Technical Education (CTE) Program - brings clean energy and sustainability content into existing electrical and engineering courses at CTE High Schools to prepare students for workforce opportunities 

rFUTURE Program – climate arts program for students to write their own sustainability activism song, with mentorship from professional musicians