Meet the team.
Claire Hu
Co-Executive
Currently tackling: Environmental Literacy
At Environment Plus, Claire is the community-builder, bringing together students across cultural, age, (and sometimes time zone!) barriers to work on projects that make a splash. She’s most passionate about environmental literacy and self-published a book titled, “A Graphical Guide to the Environment”. She hopes to continue writing & illustrating books that address environmental issues & work on legislative reform. In her free time, you’ll find her dancing or playing Settler's of Catan.
Katherine Hu
Co-Executive
Currently tackling: Microplastics
Katherine founded Environment Plus because she fervently believes in the power of connecting insular environmental chapters across the nation. She's excited by the intersection of environment+tech and is working on an Augmented Reality app to educate viewers on microplastics. She also keeps herself busy with running the largest Hack Club in the nation, organizing milestone events, and educating students about the environment. She can be found catching butterflies (as seen above!) and is always open to chatting — environment or anything else!
Naomie Gao
Outreach
Currently tackling: Electronic Waste
Naomie Gao is a high school senior and strong advocate for environmental action. She believes students will be the ones to bring change, and that Environment Plus will be a crucial part in achieving that, which is why she co-founded it. At Environment Plus, she guides chapters in establishment, is co-developing an educational Augmented Reality app, and works to implement environmental education in schools. She also teaches kids piano and runs another non-profit that coaches kids in swimming, and enjoys colored pencil illustrating, swimming, and self-learning French.
FAQ
What is Environment Plus?
Environment Plus is 501c(3) organization that assembles a cohort of youth environmentalists to create solutions that address massive environmental problems. The efforts of young advocates are often very decentralized, we seek to connect the isolated initiatives across the world to create a global movement.
What makes Environment Plus unique?
Environment Plus engages drama kids, techies, musicians, etc. in our communities to become environmental advocates. Beyond strikes and rallies, we use our unique passions to seek creative solutions that involve a greater community.
What do chapters do?
Chapters use an interdisciplinary approach to create climate solutions. Each project is structured as Environment + [Choose your own!]. For example, one chapter chose Environment + Art, painting a mural that educated viewers on microplastics. Another could choose Environment + Legislation, advocating to curb hydrofluorocarbon “super-pollutants” (HFCs).
What exactly does creating a chapter entail?
The first step is filling out the application . From there, we’ll schedule a call with you to get a better understanding of your own goals and discuss the first steps for your chapter and then complete an Onboarding form. As a chapter lead, you’ll be responsible for recruiting members and spearhead initiatives.
What will we provide chapters?
We’ll give you the proper tools to get started — marketing materials, our extensive guide, etc. Our team has run some of the largest clubs in the nation, events with hundreds of attendees, and raised thousands in sponsorships. We’ll work closely with you and your team on your solution! You’ll also join a vibrant community of other chapter leaders and members.
Can anyone start a chapter?
Yes! Most are currently attending high school but any age from middle school to college is welcome to apply.
Join the movement.
Create a chapter in area or school to mobilize the community! Leadership program empower students to spearhead positive change in their communities. We'll provide you with the resources and network of passionately driven students.