Mike Haas recognizes that the quickest way to make a difference is through educating young people. As the Founder of Alliance for Climate Education, Haas is dedicated to educating America's high school students about the science behind climate disruption and inspiring them to do something about it. The Alliance for Climate Education has trained nearly 1.5 million high-school students across the country in how to reduce their carbon footprint and engage others to do the same. Haas is also the Founder and CEO of Orion, an early pioneer in the development of low cost, utility-scale renewable energy.

Haas received his bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering from Missouri University of Science and Technology, and his master's degree in Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering from Stanford University.