The summit offers an opportunity for students to learn from their peers, participate in hands-on workshops, engage in critical discussions, and contribute to community service initiatives—all while advancing USC's sustainability goals. Our goal is to encourage participants to think about how they can take climate action in their own lives. Participants will leave with concrete ideas for contributing to a sustainable future, making this event a vital part of the ongoing dialogue on climate action at USC and in the Midlands. 

Event Format: The event will feature a mix of discussion-based workshops, hands-on workshops, and community service opportunities. Check out our conference program here!

Eco-Ambassadors Integration: This summit also ties directly into USC’s Eco Ambassadors program where students are challenged to participate in one of each of our five types of engagements within the calendar year. Any student at USC is eligible to become an eco-ambassador. Conference participants have the potential to make substantial progress in their checklist to become an eco-ambassador as they progress through the conference.

Event Date: Friday, February 20, 2026
Event Time: 1:00-5:00pm
Event Location: Green Quad Learning Center for Sustainable Futures (Building D)