Climate Cycle is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that empowers youth to be leaders in the clean energy movement and the new green economy. We have installed solar panels on one local public school and have plans for five more solar installations in the coming year. Every solar system is accompanied by dynamic supportive curriculum to maximize hand-on learning. The selected schools share a vision of climate solutions and energy independence from the students, faculty, administration, and beyond.
Volunteers and community alliances are at the heart of our organization-- our partnerships include Motorola Foundation, the Chicago Public Schools, local schools, government, green businesses and individuals. Our inaugural bike-a-thon last May raised $67,000 and shows the impact we can have when working together for just one year.
Joey Feinstein founded Climate Cycle in 2008 out of a concern that youth didn't have the tools necessary to respond to global warming or benefit from the emerging green economy. Climate Cycle utilizes renewable energy because it is an available technology that provides tangible learning opportunities, while saving taxpayer money. Joey found that many share his passion and he now works with a dedicated team.
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"Climate Cycle's events are a fun way for school kids to become involved in tackling climate change, an issue that is already proving to be a defining challenge of this generation. It is my pleasure to fully endorse these groundbreaking initiatives."
-Arne Duncan, US Secretary of Education and Former CEO of the Chicago Public Schools
