Register now for the 2025 NEO Youth Climate Summit!

Teachers and club advisors may reserve spaces for students. Individual students may register (with student permission).

Click to download a printable flyer for your classroom!

The Northeast Ohio Youth Climate Summit is a collaborative and educational conference that brings together young people from the region to address pressing environmental challenges. This summit provides a platform for students to engage in discussions, workshops, and hands-on activities focused on climate change, sustainability, and environmental justice. Through the exchange of ideas and practical solutions, the summit provides the future leaders of our region with tools, education, and connections to become advocates for a more sustainable and resilient future in Northeast Ohio.

Check out the sticker made by student artist, Asalé Jones!

2025 Keynote Speaker:

Sage Lenier

Climate Activist

Sage Lenier is a climate activist, public speaker, and nonprofit leader. She got her start teaching her own program at UC Berkeley, which broke records for largest-ever student-led class. She is the Founder & Executive Director of Sustainable and Just Future and was recently honored by TIME Magazine as a 2023 Next Generation Leader.

Interested in Sponsoring the Summit?

Sponsorship Levels:

  • Biosphere Level: $7,500+ Contribution Benefits

    Custom NEO Youth Climate Summit logo featuring your organization for use in your materials

    Invitation to attend the NEOYCS and make brief remarks in opening or closing remarks

    All benefits from the Forest, Tree, Branch, and Leaf Levels

  • Forest Level: $5,000+ Contribution Benefits

    Acknowledgement in opening and closing remarks and news interviews

    Mention in the press release

    All benefits from the Tree, Branch, and Leaf Levels

  • Tree Level: $2,500+ Contribution Benefits

    Special invitation to a private event with local climate leaders

    All benefits from the Branch, and Leaf Levels

  • Branch Level: $1,000+ Contribution Benefits

    Printed and digital material will be shared with students at a resource table and in follow-up emails

    All benefits from the Leaf Level

    Logo on lanyards and printed materials

  • Leaf Level: $500+ Contribution Benefits

    Recognition on NEOClimateSummit.org

    Tagged social media post

    Logos displayed during the summit

    Becoming part of the movement that places youth at the center of climate change solutions

    Long-lasting, positive impact on NEO’s environmental ecosystem

News Coverage of the NEO Youth Climate Summit

WKYC Growing Students in STEM Coverage: Click Here

Climate Justice Activist Xiye Bastida’s Keynote Address

Watch Mayor Justin Bibb’s Address

Who should attend?

Any 8-12th grade student from Northeast Ohio who is curious or passionate about environmental issues, climate, or sustainability. This summit is perfect for environmental classes and clubs!

What can I expect?

Students can participate in hands-on workshops, a keynote speaker, a plenary session on Climate Science and Action, lunch, and an opportunities fair, where they can learn how to stay connected and take action!

We anticipate very few lecture-based sessions and mostly interactive, engaging, high-energy sessions and activities.

Join us for a Sustainable Summit!

  • Bring your own water bottle: We're ditching disposables!

  • Compostable plates & utensils: Reduce waste and nourish the earth.

  • Digital materials: Save paper and stay connected.

  • Eco-friendly choices: Local vendors, lower-carbon options, and printed materials that respect the planet.

Register to participate!

Space is limited and we expect this event to sell out. An email will be sent close to the event with a permission form, which is required to attend the event.

Changemaker Hall of Fame

Thank you to the teachers who nominated students for the Changemaker Hall of Fame. Check back after the event to learn about the students!

Volunteer at The Summit (Full)

Thanks to the volunteers who have signed up!

Meet the student planning team

Ashley Eggleston

Asalé Jones

Faye Moledina

Madeline Friedman

Fara Latifi

Ivey Williams

Kaisa Strautnieks

Mack Gilbert

Elle Richey

Eva Ko

Laina Digeronimo

Advisors

Erika Hood

Philena Seldon

Elena Stachew

Angela Yeager

Thank you to our 2025 Sponsors!

FAQs

  • A refillable water bottle (as this is a Zero/low waste event we will only provide water)

    A clothing item in need of mending (if you are able)

    An old t-shirt to be transformed into a shopping bag

    A writing utensil (notebooks provided by the Northeast Ohio Regional Sewer District)

  • To maximze the number of students who can attend, this event is for student only. The upper levels of the Think[box] are open to the public on Sunday from 12-7 pm.

  • Students will be provided with a list of upcoming volunteer events for Earth Day and beyond. Current 9-10 graders might consider applying to Laurel School’s Environmental Justice Semester or checking out an upcoming open house! Students who are 18+ might consider applying to be a Global Shaper!

  • We encourage you to join the waitlist at the registration link above. If a spot opens up you will be notified at least 2 days before the event!

  • We aim to be a Sustainable and Zero/low waste event, which is hard to do perfectly. Our efforts include:

    • Encouraging guests to bring a refillable bottle

    • Restricting single-use items and packaging for meals and snacks

    • Composting all food waste, plates, cups, and utensils (provided by Rust Belt Riders)

    • Providing digital materials

    • Purchasing items from low-carbon vendors

    • Printed materials from vendors who recycle 100% and run on solar energy

    • Purchasing “eco-friendly” apparel from local suppliers

    • Providing lower-carbon vegetarian options

Media Inquiries?

Access the Press Kit HERE.

Need a Logo? You can find it HERE.

Questions? Email our Co-Chair Angela Yeager at AYeager@LaurelSchool.org

Thank you to our 2024 Sponsors!