Meet Elise Silvestri: A Creative Voice for Climate Advocacy

Elise Silvestri, a junior studying Music Technology at NYU, is turning her eco-anxiety into action. Hailing from Pittsburgh and now living in the bustling energy of NYC, Elise has joined Citizens’ Climate Lobby (CCL) as a podcast intern, channeling her creativity into climate advocacy.

Elise’s journey into climate activism was sparked by a mix of eco-anxiety, hope, and bold visions for a better future. With CCL, she’s taking her love for storytelling and sound production to new heights by scripting, hosting, editing, and scoring podcast episodes. Her goal? To refine her skills in podcast hosting, radio scripting, and scoring while amplifying critical conversations about climate solutions.

Outside of CCL

Elise is also involved with the Sunrise Movement, demonstrating her deep commitment to the climate cause. When she’s not working on climate activism, she can be found indulging in her hobbies—music production, painting botanical watercolors, and recharging with her favorite movie, Ponyo, or the soulful tunes of her favorite artist, Del Water Gap.

Elise’s thoughtful approach to her work reflects her belief in the power of creativity to inspire change. With two chihuahuas, Bernardo and Leonardo, keeping her company, she’s not just dreaming of a better world—she’s creating it, one edit and episode at a time. Follow her on instagram @elise_silv_!