Forecast Earth Summit 2008

The Weather Channel continues to demonstrate its commitment to educate the next generation regarding climate and environmental literacy. The all-weather network announces the second Forecast Earth Summit, December 5 - 7, 2008 in Washington, D.C., due to the success of the first-ever event held in 2007.

The three-day Forecast Earth Summit focuses on environmental education and will afford 20 students the opportunity to engage with numerous environmental leaders, enthusiasts and scientists. Last year’s Summit was led by celebrity guest Hayden Panettiere and included TWC personalities such as climate expert Dr. Heidi Cullen, water researcher Dr. Marcus Eriksen, and environmental zoologist Jarod Miller. Participating students at the Forecast Earth Summit will engage in hands-on activities such as building and launching a boat made entirely of recycled materials and creating a public service announcement (PSA) that will air on The Weather Channel and online at weather.com.

“The Summit is an exclusive opportunity for students to share their ideas regarding the environment with leading environmental experts and with a great group of like-minded teenagers,” said Lynn Brindell, executive vice president of strategic marketing at TWC. “We work with these students to promote environmental literacy, and the Summit also allows The Weather Channel to demonstrate its knowledge and commitment in person to the next generation.”

In addition, eco-ambassadors will enjoy organic food, green transportation, and eco-friendly hotel accommodations. They will take part in tours, focus groups, and panel discussions with leading environmental minds. Last year’s 2007 Summit welcomed musician and environmentalist Adam Garner, Al Gore-trained climate speaker Taylor Francis, and representatives from the National Environmental Education Foundation, the U.S. Green Building Council, World Wildlife Fund and Carbonfund.org.

More information about the Forecast Earth Summit can be found at forecastearthsummit.org and climate.weather.com/promo/teen-summit/2007