Kathleen Rogers, President of EarthDay.org, and Frank Niepold from NOAA highlight the critical need for climate literacy to empower future generations. AY Young, a UN Young Leader, shares how music can drive sustainability awareness. Gayle Schueller from 3M discusses the technological innovations creating green jobs. The conversation emphasizes the link between climate education and workforce development, pushing for better communication of career paths in sustainable sectors and underscoring the urgency for systemic educational reforms.

Gayle Schueller, Chief Sustainability Officer at 3M, discusses how the company is reducing carbon emissions, water use, and integrating social issues like environmental justice. 3M uses the US EPA's screening tool to identify communities disproportionately affected by emissions and water issues. The podcast explores the diverse range of 3M's products and services, the private sector's role in addressing climate challenges, and the importance of collaboration and community engagement.