We work at the intersection of sustainability education, climate resilience, and environmental justice by elevating youth voices and advancing student-led solutions to real-world challenges. We offer a range of curricula and programs for students, teachers, school districts, and partners, designed to advance environmental literacy, sustainable schools, and equitable access to green career pathways.
With over 17 years of experience working with education programs serving youth, Gina LaMotte founded EcoRise (formerly Uplift Austin) in 2008. EcoRise began in one public high school in Austin, Texas, with the mission of inspiring a new generation of leaders to design a more sustainable future for all.
Our Vision
We believe that K–12 education demands radical transformation, centered in climate justice. And, with the right resources, our youth are perfectly positioned to lead the way.
Learn more about our Vision 2025 here.
Our Approach
Elevating Youth Voices
We provide opportunities for diverse student leaders to influence environmental policy, cultivate climate resilience, and participate in the new green economy.
Expanding Educational Programs
We are expanding K-12 offerings with an emphasis on teacher support, community action, and environmental justice.
Advancing Systems Change
Through strategic partnerships, data, and technology, we accelerate the movement for climate resilience and equity in K–12 schools.
Building a Thriving Organization
We invest in our school programs and team development with data-informed improvements and a commitment to building an organization that centers equity.
Our Values
PEOPLE
Meet the team that makes it happen – our dedicated staff, board of directors, and advisory council.
Meet Our Team
PARTNERS
Meet the public and private sector partners that significantly amplify our sustainability impact.
Meet Our Partners
We currently serve teachers and students across all 50 U.S. states and in 53 countries.
During the 2020–2021 school year we served:
5,739
Teachers
2,678
Schools
321,384
Students
Learn More About Our Impact
”EcoRise has not only allowed me to become a better teacher, but it has allowed my students to become better learners. The curriculum has brought excitement back into the classroom for so many of my students and it brings out leaders that I never had before!
Allison BeardenOakcrest Intermediate School, Tomball, Texas
