What this bill does: SB 1048 would create a voluntary diploma endorsement that certifies high school students as climate-literate—equipped with knowledge, skills, and experiences to live, work, and thrive in a climate-affected world.

Why it matters: The Seal of Climate Literacy will provide a vital framework for students to build the knowledge and skills needed to navigate a climate-changed future. California students are already on the front lines of the climate crisis and are hungry for the tools to build solutions. This bill will recognize their efforts to address the impacts of climate change in their own communities and lay the groundwork for their future post-secondary and career opportunities.