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About SubjectToClimate

About SubjectToClimate

A future where every young person learns about their planet and takes action to protect it.

Climate action begins in the classroom.

Who we are

Free climate education for every classroom

SubjectToClimate is a free online platform for all K-12 educators to integrate climate action into what they already teach. With 3,000+ teacher-reviewed, scientist-approved resources across every grade and subject, we equip educators to help young people learn about their planet and take action to protect it.

Our mission: To empower all educators to easily and effectively teach about climate change, justice, and action.

We love our planet.
We value teachers.
We inspire action.
We trust science.
We believe in justice.

Our story deck

Our work

Core Platform

Teacher reviewed. Scientist approved.

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Teaching Resources

Vetted resources with teaching tips and scientist notes.

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Lessons by Teachers

Teacher-written lessons that fit what you already teach.

Go to lesson catalog →
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News for Students

Leveled climate news with The Juice.

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Professional Development

Practical training to build confidence and pedagogy.

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Climate Change Explainers

Clear, nonpartisan answers to common questions.

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State Hubs

Customized for each state

Our State Hubs are customized climate education platforms built with state agencies, nonprofits, and educators, adapted to each state's standards and local climate context.

New Jersey case study: first state to integrate climate K-12

Examines implementation strategies and takeaways for other states. Key lessons: Involve Teachers — teachers are essential throughout; Provide Professional Learning — PD plus admin support matters; Implement Changes Incrementally — align to regular standards updates to reduce burden. Read the NJ case study (PDF)

Want a hub for your state? We partner with agencies and nonprofits.Partner with us on a State Hub →
Impact

What changes in classrooms

“In an independent University of Washington study, after a single SubjectToClimate unit, students' climate knowledge grew 77%, hope grew 12%, and willingness to take civic action doubled.”Attributed: University of Washington independent study (Spencer-supported)

Student Impact Case Study

Knowledge, hope, and agency grew across grade levels.

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Small Lessons, Big Impact

Hope, purpose, and civic action grew after one unit.

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Maine Teacher Journeys

78% would teach climate more after the Hub.

Read the study →
View all research (7 studies)

Primary Classrooms (2022)

Third graders showed gains in beliefs and knowledge.

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NJ Implementation

Hub users reported higher confidence.

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Hawai'i PD Study

Knowledge and confidence grew after 6-week training.

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NJ Exemplar Lessons

Lesson rubric validated as reliable.

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Transparency

Annual Reports & Financials

2024–25 Annual Report

Growth, highlights, what's next.

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2023 Annual Report

Expansion + 3 new hubs.

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2022 Annual Report

Inaugural growth report.

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2021 990 Tax Form

Income + expenditures.

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Candid Platinum Transparency 2026 sealCharity Navigator 3-Star1% for the Planet
Partner with us

Bring climate knowledge to classrooms

Content PartnershipsJoin 60+ organizations sharing expertise with educators.Partnership overview → · Our partners →
State PartnershipsBuild a custom hub aligned to your standards.Contact us →
Get involved

Keep it free. Keep it growing.

DonateSustain free resources for all.Donate →
Leave a legacy — email us for larger gifts.
VolunteerCreate and review lessons.Interest form →
CareersJoin our growing team.Careers →
StC ChampionsCommunity of climate educators.Join group →

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