A college degree has long been required for many jobs, but why? To address climate change and talent shortages in climate tech and manufacturing, we need everyone. It’s critical to recognize that skills and abilities come from many sources. With nearly 70M Americans lacking a college degree, and a rapidly warming world, we must continue advancing opportunities for all. In this fireside chat, hear from two dynamic changemakers as they challenge longstanding workforce assumptions and advocate for more skills-based hiring over traditional qualifications.