WEBINAR | The Green Shift: Youth Careers in a Changing Economy

This webinar, in collaboration with the Youthful Cities DevLab Project, explores the ways youth are navigating new challenges and opportunities in the green economy as climate change transforms the job market.

In this webinar, we explore:

• How climate action and sustainability are driving demand for new skills.

• How young people can prepare for a future rooted in environmental resilience.

• Real-world examples of youth taking action in the green economy.

Whether you're a young changemaker, policymaker, educator, employer, or community builder, this conversation is your entry point into a movement towards a youth-led climate-neutral economy and climate-ready communities.

For an overview of topics and questions discussed during the conversation, please see the YouTube description.

Speakers

• Eloya Williams, Youthful Cities

• Amanda Horn, Ocean Entrepreneur, Founder: Shower Thoughts 

• Claris Canta, Student Energy

• Lucas Fraser, Breeze

• Orpah Cundangen, Tamarack Institute

View other webinars in the series:

• Part 1: Born to Innovate: Youth Entrepreneurs Shaping Tomorrow

• Part 2: Building Belonging: The Youth Housing Challenge

• Part 3: Plugged In: Youth Skills for an AI-Driven World

• Part 5: No Cap, You’re Hired: What Employers Really Look For