Watch: How Colorado Is Promoting a Climate-Literate Workforce Through Education

Updated April 25

One of the unique demands of the workforce of the future will be in industries dealing with the impact of climate change. This imperative is squarely on the radar of leaders and educators in Colorado, who are now championing state policies that support youth career development in “green” occupations.

The 74 recently partnered with the Progressive Policy Institute on a new installment of the “Future of High Schools” webinar series, which highlighted the Climatarium initiative of nonprofit group Lyra, which brings together education, industry, and policy partners to build climate-related college and career pathways for Colorado students.

In the replay below, you’ll hear from experts Mary Seawell , CEO and Founder of Lyra, Colorado State Senator Chris Hansen , and Dr. Karen Cheser , Superintendent of Durango School District. Watch the full conversation:

Recent coverage of career pathways and climate education from The 74:

• Creating a Climate-Literate Workforce in Colorado, Starting in Middle School

• Howard: Universal climate education can teach students how to preserve the planet today and train them for the green jobs of tomorrow

• “This Is the Existential Crisis”: A Push for Climate Change Education

• 6 Tips for Spotting a High School That Best Prepares Teens for Their Futures