Advancing Climate Communication
Our Mission
We empower journalists and other communicators to tell stories about climate change. We do that through training that amplifies science, elevates communities, and engages audiences.
The Annenberg Approach
Communication is
our specialty
Our work is situated within a world-class journalism and communication school at an R1 research university.
Training is
our priority
We focus on the application of research to support journalists, communication professionals, and students in the advancement of their climate-related work.
Community is our core
Training Opportunities
The Center for Climate Journalism and Communication works with organizations of all sizes to provide training that enhances journalists’ climate literacy and climate reporting skills.
Certification
Certificate Program
A first-of-its-kind certificate program designed to support professionals from various backgrounds who wish to include more climate change narratives and storytelling in their work.
Sessions begin in June 2025
Sign Up Now to become a certified climate communicator!
Training
Media Training for
Climate Communicators
The Center also offers communications training online and in USC Annenberg’s state-of-the-art media facilities to equip climate experts of all kinds, including scientists and other researchers, to tell the biggest story of our time.
Best practices for
Climate Journalists
Sessions on topics ranging from climate science to ethical AI, for groups small and large.
Bespoke Sessions
Addressing regional or thematic issues and delivered upon demand.
Electric Futures Podcast
Electric Futures is an energy transition podcast hosted by former provost of USC and chemical engineer Chip Zukoski. The first season explores narratives from the Imperial Valley in Southern California, an area rich with community – and critical minerals – on the brink of a energy transformation so big, it could completely change the lives of residents. The second season focuses on the Shadow Mountains of eastern California, where residents are trying to build an energy-independent community that could serve as a model for the future.
Public Programs
Our online and in-person programs offer opportunities for students across disciplines to learn from the best climate communicators in the world.
A Fresh Take on Climate Advocacy: Wise Words from the Iconic Jane Fonda
Recently, I have been sensing from my peers through conversations that climate change and climate activism has started to feel like “old news” to them. Being an active
Climate Communication Lessons from Dr. Sylvia Earle
I spend a lot of time working with students, journalists, and scientists to support their efforts as climate communicators. To teach them, my colleagues and I draw on
Featured news
Tom Steyer offers tips on making the climate war “Cheaper, Faster, Better”
On March 3, climate investor and former Democratic presidential candidate Tom Steyer joined USC Annenberg Dean Willow Bay and student panelists Anahita Mehra and Michael Kittilson for a conversation about his new book “Cheaper, Faster, Better: How We’ll Win the
Say these Words: Climate-Amplified Disaster
Recently, World Weather Attribution researchers from the United States, the Netherlands, Denmark, Belgium, France, Sweden, and the United Kingdom shared findings about future fire risk in Los Angeles. Because of climate change, my city can expect weather extremes similar to
5 Communication Lessons from Tom Steyer’s “Cheaper, Faster, Better”
What if cheaper, faster and better didn’t have to destroy our planet? That’s the question Tom Steyer explores in his book about how climate capitalism might be the answer to winning the climate war. I’ll admit I was a little
Book Talk: “Cheaper, Faster, Better” featuring renowned climate champion, investor, and New York Times Bestselling Author Tom Steyer
The USC Annenberg Center for Climate Journalism and Communication is excited to announce an upcoming event featuring Tom Steyer, New York Times bestselling author, globally renowned climate investor, businessman, and environmentalist. Join us for a conversation between Steyer and Dean
Insights
Through interdisciplinary partnerships with scientists, policymakers, and communication leaders, the Center provides unique insights and innovative strategies for more effective communication about the complexities of climate science, policy, and public opinion.
ESG Narratives and Social Media
Reporting regulations from the Securities and Exchange Commission will be finalized soon to address the comparability and reliability of corporate climate related disclosures — gain an enhanced understanding of the narratives — and narrators — gaining traction in the ESG conversation.
