"Climate change is affecting the lives of college students and other young people in many ways, most directly in the form of eco-anxiety and concerns about the future. A 2025 survey from Sacred Heart University found that nearly two in three (63 percent) young people aged 15 to 29 say their daily lives are impacted by the psychological distress they experience over climate change."
"At the same time, students have more opportunities than ever to prepare for green and sustainability-focused careers. An analysis of data on LinkedIn found that demand for green talent grew 11.6 percent from 2023 to 2024, signaling a booming industry as employers consider the role of sustainability in their industries. The surge was tied, in part, to investments in the Inflation Reduction Act to combat climate change, which have since been rolled back by the Trump administration."
Climate change is producing significant eco-anxiety among young people, with 63 percent of those aged 15 to 29 reporting daily-life impacts from psychological distress. Demand for green talent increased 11.6 percent from 2023 to 2024, driven partly by past investments in the Inflation Reduction Act that were later rolled back. Educational programs are emphasizing preparation for climate justice and sustainability careers through interdisciplinary training. Interdisciplinary competencies include networking across disciplines, communicating with diverse communities, and applying ideas in practical contexts. Group capstone projects engage students with experts from varied backgrounds to build those applied skills.
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