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Why Become a Climate Leadership Network Affiliate Member?

The Climate Leadership Network Affiliate membership is an opportunity
to join over 400 institutions leading on climate action in higher education.

Registration Discounts

Member-only registration discounts for the Higher Education Climate Leadership Summit, the premier annual gathering of higher education leaders committed to addressing inequity and the climate crisis.

20% off early bird pricing for new members

Priority consideration for Summit session proposals and presentations 

Climate Luminary Honors

Exclusive eligibility for Climate Luminary Honors, a new program to recognize various climate solutions, from effective decarbonization projects to impactful climate justice initiatives by elevating diverse member campuses leading on a full range of climate actions.

Financial Support

Exclusive financial support eligibility, including Catalyst Grants of up to $7,500 per institution to support campus climate action initiatives, including decarbonization, climate resilience, and justice projects.

Pro-Bono Consulting

Exclusive access to apply for in-kind services, including Pro Bono Consulting valued at up to $25,000 per institution

Resources and Tools

Access to resources and tools for climate action planning specific to higher education, such as the Solutions Center.

Access to Second Nature Staff

Second Nature staff are on call to provide guidance on implementing climate action on campus and technical support when you decide to report your campus emissions reductions.

Communities of Practice

Opportunities to participate in communities of practice with peers from other campuses, including working groups, committees, workshops, mentor/mentee matches, affinity groups, and other offerings.

Webinars and Publications

Webinars and Publications, including research reports, case studies, and white papers on topics relevant to moving toward carbon neutrality.

Featured Mentions

Opportunities to feature your achievements through Second Nature’s monthly newsletters and social media.

Discounted SIMAP® Subscription

May be eligible for 40% discount to a Tier 1 or 2  SIMAP subscription. First time subscribers to SIMAP are eligible for the discount. SIMAP® is a carbon and nitrogen-accounting platform, where you can set goals, analyze your campus emissions, and benchmark your performance.

Featured Affiliate Members

FAQ

Affiliate annual membership dues depend on institution type and range from $850 to $5,250*. For colleges and universities outside the United States and its Territories, a flat annual dues is required for participation. Please contact Steve Muzzy for details.

*Annual dues are subject to change.

A student group or student organization (student government association) may initiate an Affiliate membership. Contact Steve Muzzy.

Affiliate members are not required to report annual emissions but are strongly encouraged to contribute to Climate Leadership Network data collection in this way. They are asked to provide a qualitative update on what they achieved over the past 12 months of their membership. This feedback is not publicly reported.

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