Climate Corps

"With enough cities working in tandem to make their communities more sustainable and resilient — along with enough funding, support, and policies from state and federal government — we can undoubtedly make significant progress towards achieving net-zero emissions on a global scale."

Check out this incredible article and interview written by current
Fellow, Sean Youra

Climate Action Planning at the Local Level An interview with the City of San Rafael’s Sustainability Program Manager

The DOE announces expanding support of green career pathways for a diverse and well-paid workforce that can support the development and construction of high-performance buildings.

FACT SHEET: Biden Administration Accelerates Efforts to Create Jobs Making American Buildings More Affordable, Cleaner, and Resilient | The White House Energy, GSA, and EPA Announce New Programs to Electrify Buildings, Invest $30M in America’s Workforce, and Save Consumers Money Today, the White House

The time is now! See you virtually at MGBCE 2021! This year the community and conference are coming together online to build a greener future for all with action-oriented sessions, interactive expos, workshops, and more on May 21-22. We'll be representing SEI's through a virtual exhibitor booth!

To register or to find more info on the agenda and event, visit mgbce.online. In our partnership with , you can use the code TAKE25 for $25 off your registration with a standard priced ticket!

Want to explore opportunities to engage students in marine conservation and watershed stewardship action? Join our Discovering Watersheds through Experiential Learning Spring Teacher Training!We're excited to host a virtual resource fair featuring fantastic speakers from NOAA's Greater Farallones National Marine Sanctuary, The Marine Mammal Center, Point Blue Conservation Science and Valley Water, as well as a teacher collaboration session focused on SEI’s Watersheds and Public Water Systems curriculum and an optional ArcGIS mapping workshop. Learn more and register here: http://ow.ly/jpru50EiWke

Thank you to NOAA B-WET for supporting this program!

Congratulations to our long-term partners at Los Angeles Community College District for receiving the Industry Leadership Public Sector Award from Los Angeles Better Buildings Challenge ! Read more about how a Climate Corps led efforts to achieve zero carbon goals at LA City College here:

L.A. Community College District Doubles Down on Sustainability with Resolution to Achieve Zero Carbon on Campus By 2040 — Los Angeles Better Buildings Challenge LABBC CASE STUDY

Does your organization need help with environmental reporting and sustainability initiatives? SEI’s Climate Corps program places bright, passionate, early-career professionals at businesses, nonprofits, and local governments to provide full-time project support on-site or virtually for 10 months.

SEI does the recruiting, hiring, and HR for you. It’s a great way to test out new talent. Learn more about becoming a Climate Corps partner: climatecorps.org/become-a-partner

"Climate Corps, Proven Model for Jobs and Climate Action, Poised to Answer Biden's Call" https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/climate-corps-proven-model-for-jobs-and-climate-action-poised-to-answer-bidens-call-301226164.html?tc=eml_cleartime

David Juarez, was a Climate Corps Fellow at at San Mateo County Community College and then at University of California, San Francisco(UCSF) where he gained experience in energy systems and facilities management. Now he works at UCSF on energy and utility projects, and recently played an important role in preparing UCSF for the COVID-19 pandemic. Read Juarez’s full story from a Climate Corps fellow to working pandemic’s front lines on our blog: http://ow.ly/iRS750CkozW

Sustainability & Pandemic Response: A Fellow on the Front Lines By Katie Rogers ​David Juarez was a student at Cal Poly San Luis Obispo when, sitting on a hill overlooking the countryside, he had a vision of himself walking in a solar field. This vision...

We were so lucky to have Vien Truong join the virtual Climate Corps Orientation as our keynote speaker! Vien shared her insights on building an equitable green economy and policy with our cohort of emerging environmental professionals.

Watch her inspiring keynote and read more on our blog here: http://ow.ly/jG1650BLllI