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Vinay Karthik
A young CCLer’s COP28 story

Vinay Karthik shares his experience as a Media Logistics Manager for YOUNGO, the official youth constituency of the UNFCCC at COP28.

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CCL snowmen take to the streets

With fun, eye-catching protests in recent weeks, CCL chapters have been helping snowmen call for climate action.

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CCL Philly leads charge to convince Amtrak to scrap fossil fuel heating plan

Amtrak cited the input of the local CCL chapter, alongside other environmental organizations, as key to their decision.

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Spark of change: The Great School Electrification Challenge

High schooler Vesa Ganesan writes about CCL's National Youth Action team's challenge, where students ask their school district to electrify.

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Chamber of Commerce meetings make an impact in Montana

CCL Montana shares successes in Chamber of Commerce meetings, encouraging other CCLers to contact their local chamber.

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CCLers highlight climate at town halls

During the August congressional recess, CCL volunteers attended at least 53 town halls, asking thoughtful questions about climate action.

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Snapshots of CCL’s Earth Day 2023

During April 2023, CCL chapters held 837 outreach events, welcoming nearly twice our average number of monthly volunteer joins for 2023.

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Young CCLers take the lead in Hawaii

Young CCLers in Hawaii have been working hard for several months to make their voices heard by local and federal legislators.

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Gigi Santo
Volunteer Keynote Gigi Santo, December 2022 conference

17-year-old CCL volunteer Giovanna “Gigi” Santo shares what it takes to be a leader, and urges volunteers that anyone can make a difference.

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