Episode 51: Creating a climate action plan that works

Community colleges are emerging as powerful climate leaders, and this episode explores how institutions at different stages are turning vision into action. Host Dave Karlsgodt talks with leaders from Monterey Peninsula College, Gavilan College, and College of Marin about how financial stewardship, campus modernization, and sustainability planning are shaping resilient, future-ready campuses.  From bond-funded infrastructure upgrades and on-the-ground implementation to the collaborative process of developing a Climate Action Plan, the conversation highlights practical lessons, shared challenges, and opportunities for regional leadership. Get an insider’s look at how community colleges are advancing climate action in ways that directly benefit students and the communities they serve.