Saturday, August 9, 2025 | 9AM - 3PM

@ Campbell Heritage Theatre, Campbell, CA

High school and college students, young professionals, community stakeholders, educators, elected officials and industry leaders are invited to a day of learning, networking and discussion around innovative climate solutions and strategies. This year's summit will include action-oriented breakout sessions, panel presentations, and keynote speakers that will empower all attendees to make a difference and fight climate change. There’ll be a networking session in the afternoon.

Together, let's inspire our youth, forge connections, and catalyze change at the 2025 IMPACT Summit. We can't wait to see you there!

Why You Should Come:

• Amanda Hansen, Deputy Secretary for Climate Change for the California Natural Resources Agency, is confirmed as our keynote speaker!

• Members of the League of California Cities - Peninsula Division and 50+ local elected official will be there to interact with students and community members.

• You will have the chance to network with like-minded elected officials, professionals, community members, and other student activists.

This event is free for students, and adults are requested to make a $25 or more donation. Lunch will be provided. This is a zero-waste event, so please bring your own water bottle!

Event Co-Hosts: The League of California Cities - Peninsula Division, Santa Clara Valley Open Space Authority, and Joint Venture Silicon Valley

Updated Agenda for 2025

• 9:00-9:45 | Registration and Check In

• 9:45–9:50 | Student MCs Welcome (Heritage Theater)

• 9:50–10:15 | Amanda Hansen - Keynote Speaker (Heritage Theater)

• 10:20–10:50 | SVYCA Student Civic Engagement Discussion (Heritage Theater)

• 10:50–10:55 | Video Contest Announcement

• 10:55–11:00 | Community Breakout Assignment

• 11:05–11:55 | Breakout Sessions by City/Region (All Rooms)

• 12:00–12:45 | Lunch & Tabling (Banquet Hall)

• 12:45–1:35 | Panel/Workshop Block 1

  • Powering the Shift: Electrification & Climate Panel

  • Greener Schools, Greener Future Workshop

  • From Policy to Practice: Strategies for Short-Lived Climate Pollutant Reduction Workshop

  • Health Impacts of Climate Change Panel

• 1:40–2:25 | Panel/Workshop Block 2

  • Nature-Based Climate Solutions Panel

  • Youth Power in Climate Movements Panel

  • Climate Action Plan 101 Workshop

  • Emerging Impacts of Tech on Sustainability Mini Panel

• 2:30 | Closing and Awards 

Image of the venue - Campbell Heritage Theatre