Inspiring the next generation on climate action
SF Environment provides free, year-round environmental education for PK–12 public and independent schools across San Francisco. Through hands-on, experiential learning, students explore climate action, sustainability, and their relationship with the natural world—learning how their actions can make a real difference in their communities.
Our programs connect science standards with cultural and place-based practices, empowering youth to become thoughtful, creative environmental stewards. Each year, the Climate Action Youth Summit brings students together from across the city to share ideas, learn from one another, and turn inspiration into action.
Programs are offered in English, Spanish, and Chinese (Mandarin and Cantonese).
Contact us at [email protected] to get started with free programming.
Featured event: Climate Action Youth Summit
The Climate Action Youth Summit (CAYS) is our annual citywide gathering of student leaders and educators focused on climate action and environmental solutions. Held each spring during Earth Month, CAYS brings together youth from across San Francisco to share projects, exchange ideas, and learn from one another.
The summit highlights student-led climate initiatives, provides interactive workshops, and creates space for young people to turn inspiration into meaningful action.
Youth-led projects and engagement
Students can deepen their climate knowledge and take action through leadership opportunities, events, and hands-on projects.
Youth leadership and projects
Opportunities for students to design and share environmental solutions within their schools and communities.
Internships and career exploration
Pathways that introduce youth to environmental careers and public service opportunities.
Environmental education programs for teachers and classrooms
We offer hands-on programming to engage your students. SF Environment also provides ongoing support to teachers seeking environmental and climate-focused curriculums.
Classroom instruction
Hands-on classroom programs that support climate education, sustainability, and environmental stewardship.
Schoolwide engagement and leadership programs
Through Green Teams, assemblies, and community-based activities, students build leadership skills while advancing environmental solutions.
Meet Phoebe the Phoenix
Phoebe the Phoenix is our beloved department mascot. Phoebe was born in 2003, and hails from Canada originally.
We chose the phoenix as our mascot because it’s the historic symbol of San Francisco. It appears on the city flag as a bird rising from the ashes after devastating fires and the 1906 earthquake. And just like the phoenix, San Francisco’s young people are leading the way in rebuilding, reimagining, and renewing our city through climate action, creativity, and resilience.
Contact information
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