About Us
Albedo Climate Solutions is a rising 501(c)(3) nonprofit based in New York
Climate change is an overwhelming problem. Information about the issue is often inconsistent and incomprehensible and frequently leaves communities unprepared for its effects. Climate change affects everyone; therefore, everyone must have the tools to be part of the solution!
At Albedo Climate Solutions, we are working towards providing accessible and equitable opportunities for everyone to reflect on their part in the climate crisis and take part in advancing meaningful, inclusive, and effective climate solutions!
Mission
Guiding people to reflect on their role to advance meaningful, inclusive, and effective climate solutions.
Vision
A culture of climate-aware individuals empowered with the information and tools to advance meaningful, inclusive, and effective climate action.
values
Accessibility.
We break down barriers to information by providing free and easy-to-understand content.
accountability.
We are aware of our environmental impacts and are transparent about our actions. We hold ourselves, our media, our industries, our governments, and our neighbors accountable for the climate narrative that is put forth.
authenticity.
We stay true to our mission and values in all of our work and collaborations.
climate justice.
We focus on transformative climate justice by bringing attention to existing power-relations and decision-makers that perpetuate injustices. We seek to understand how vulnerable populations are coping with climate injustices and aim to protect human rights.
compassion.
We respect that everyone has their own experiences and perspectives and recognize that everyone's part in climate solutions is unique.
What is Albedo?
Albedo is a scientific term that refers to the amount of solar radiation that a surface reflects. Light-colored surfaces, such as snow and ice, have the highest albedo because they reflect the most sunlight and energy back to space. Alternatively, darker surfaces, such as asphalt and densely-wooded land, have a lower albedo as they absorb the majority of the sunlight and energy emitted towards them. This concept follows the same reasoning that a black shirt on a sunny day will make you hot!
With global temperatures increasing, snow and ice around the planet is melting, which means less energy is reflected back to space and more is being absorbed by the Earth, causing more warming. This cycle is called the Ice-Albedo Feedback Loop and is one of the driving forces in increasing global temperatures and climate changes.
We have named our organization, Albedo Climate Solutions, after this term because we hope to guide people to reflect on their part in the climate crisis and take action towards increasing our planet’s reflectivity and reducing global temperatures!
Our Team
The team at Albedo is here to educate the public and provide accessible solutions for creating a carbon neutral, climate-resilient future!