Tackling climate change, one of the most pressing environmental issues of our time, can seem like a daunting task. Addressing this crucial issue requires actions both large and small, from changing public policy to revising everyday habits. That’s why we teamed up with the Pacific Gas and Energy Company (PG&E).  Together, we created a program through which anyone could make an impact in their local community’s energy consumption, even without an advanced degree. The Energy Ambassador Program trained 28 ambassadors who conducted 466 audits in the northern California area to help small and medium-sized businesses become more energy efficient.

One of our ambassadors, Valerie Mojeiko, honed her entrepreneurial skills by designing her own staffing plan, which helped her complete an impressive 172 audits. After completing the program, she was hired to edit an $1 million California state energy grant on behalf of a local startup and was recruited as an auditor for a local energy efficiency company. 

We’re excited to see how else our members will take advantage of our expanded programming and get more deeply involved with the pressing issues of our generation! 

Feeling inspired? Learn more about how you can make a difference on our Impact Climate page.