Our Student Challenge program is an effort to directly cater to students who are interested in climate action. We strive to provide fun ways for the youth to get involved to try and relieve some of that climate anxiety in wake of the environment they are inheriting. By the Fall of 2024, 141 high school and middle school students were participants in our student challenge. This has made a significant impact in less than a year, saving a total of 278 tons of CO2e, 239,892 gallons of water, and $71,520! Following the conclusion of these challenges, students have the opportunity to win up to $100, as well as recognition at City Hall.

Are you in grades K - 6th? Do you have a passion for the planet and creating art? Join our environmental art contest and create a piece that depicts earth heroes in action! Submit your work online and to Councilmember Melinda Liu at her office at Irvine City Hall to be judged. Winners recieve up to $100 and recognition at City Hall!

Check out this link for more information: Contest Rules.

Enter the contest using this link: Submissions

Feel free to email us at programs@cooloc.org with any questions.