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šŸ“±Introducing the 17 Climate Creators to Watch in 2023šŸ“±

A collaboration between Pique Action and Harvard Chan C-CHANGE, this list recognizes content creators who are producing original, entertaining, and educational content thatā€™s reshaping the climate narrative, combating misinformation, and empowering people to take climate action āœŠ

ā€” Written by Shayna Berglas

Using Social Media to Share Solutions šŸ¤³šŸ’»

Where do you get your news?

33% of U.S. adults ages 18-29 and 15% ages 30-49 say they prefer to get their news from social media, according to a Pew Research survey.

Now more than ever, climate scientists, educators, and activists are using social media to combat misinformation and inspire action. Pique Action and the Center for Climate, Health, and the Global Environment at Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health have teamed up to recognize a group of Climate Creators to Watch in 2023 who are reshaping the climate conversation and empowering communities around the globe to focus on solutions that will improve their health and the planet!

2023ā€™s Climate Creators to Watch šŸ¤³šŸ’»

Philip Aiken (Austin, TX) - For telling stories that reconnect people with nature and support grassroots organizing. InstagramĀ TikTok

Zahra Biabani (Houston, TX) - For sharing actions people can take and tidbits of hopeful news for the planet. InstagramĀ TikTok

Georgia Cam (Sydney, Australia)Ā - For bridging the gap between law and science, and highlighting good news for nature. Instagram

Lauren Bash (Santa Monica, CA) - For showing individuals how they can make a difference in their community. InstagramĀ TikTok

Caulin Donaldson (St. Petersburg, FL) - For using humor and creativity to inspire millions to reduce trash locally and globally. InstagramĀ TikTok

Oli Frost (London, England) - For his catchy and comedic songs about climate change. TikTokĀ YouTube

Wawa Gatheru (Washington, DC) - For using her academic and activist background to make climate change accessible to all people. InstagramĀ TikTok

Isaias Hernandez (Los Angeles, CA) - For educating audiences on the intersectional nature of the climate crisis, and advancing the conversation around climate change. InstagramĀ TikTok

Nicole Kelner (New York, NY) -Ā For using watercolors to communicate complex climate challenges in a beautiful and accessible way. InstagramĀ Twitter

Arielle V. King (Silver Spring, MD) - For focusing on environmental justice storytelling and amplifying the voices, work, and legacies of people traditionally overlooked in mainstream environmentalism. InstagramĀ TikTok

Mckenzie Margarethe (Okanagan, BC, Canada) - For bringing diversity and inclusivity to marine science and ocean conservation space. InstagramĀ TikTok

Dez McGill (San Francisco Bay Area, CA) - For breaking down complex climate issues with humor and plain language. InstagramĀ TikTok

Hila Perry (New York, NY) - For bringing joy, music, and comedy to the environmental education space through eco-raps about Earth. TikTokĀ YouTube

JhaĢnneu Roberts (Austin, TX) - For showing how low-waste living can be inclusive and accessible to all. InstagramĀ YouTubeĀ 

James Stewart (London, England) - For bringing climate science and sustainable programming to mainstream media. InstagramĀ TikTok

Hazel Thayer (Victoria, BC, Canada) - For her comedic approach to busting myths about climate change. InstagramĀ TikTok

Laura Young (Glasgow, Scotland)Ā - For using her scientific background to bring climate resilience solutions to the UK and beyond. InstagramĀ TikTok

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