California | Seal of Climate Literacy

The Seal of Climate Literacy

Preparing Climate-Ready Graduates for California’s Future

A proposed voluntary statewide high school diploma distinction recognizing climate-ready graduates and strengthening California’s education and workforce pipelines.

What is the Seal of Climate Literacy?

The California State Seal of Climate Literacy is a proposed voluntary high school diploma and transcript distinction that would recognize students who demonstrate strong climate knowledge, systems thinking, and applied problem-solving skills. Students would earn the Seal through interdisciplinary coursework and real-world, solutions-oriented projects connected to their local communities.

A Recognized Credential

A formal distinction awarded on a student’s diploma and transcript.
Climate Knowledge

Students demonstrate understanding of climate science, impacts, and solutions.
Future-Ready Skills

Prepares students for college, careers, and civic leadership in a changing world.
Leadership & Action

Students apply their learning through projects and community engagement.

California Status:

In Progress

The California Legislature is currently considering Senate Bill 1048 (authored by California Senator Josh Becker) to create a State Seal of Climate Literacy. The California State Senate passed the bill with unanimous, bipartisan support in May and sent it to the California State Assembly for consideration.

California Impact

Why the Seal Matters in California

California students are growing up amid intensifying climate impacts—from wildfires, extreme heat, and drought, to flooding, air quality challenges, and coastal change. At the same time, California continues to lead the nation in climate policy, clean energy, sustainable infrastructure, and environmental innovation.

As the state invests billions in climate mitigation, adaptation, and workforce development, climate literacy is paramount to our State’s future. The Seal of Climate Literacy would help align California’s education system with these investments, supporting students to graduate prepared to participate in—and lead—the state’s climate-resilient future.

Get Involved

How You Can Help

Educators & Schools

Elevate climate learning already happening in your classrooms and help shape a statewide approach that supports local innovation.
Policy Leaders

Advance a voluntary, equity-centered policy that strengthens education outcomes, workforce readiness, and California’s climate leadership.
Students & Families

Advocate for a Seal that recognizes your learning, leadership, and climate action statewide, and that elevates attention to vital preparation for adulthood.
Industry & Employers

Support a policy that builds a climate-literate talent pipeline aligned with California’s clean economy.