Climate change has become a deal-breaker issue for many young Americans. 40% of voters under 35 say they will only vote for a candidate who prioritizes climate action, something young voters have been saying since the last election.

I personally am very moderate. I don't consider myself a Democrat or Republican, but I am here because climate change is the most important priority.

I want a livable future.

I want green jobs.

I currently go to George Washington University, and I'm worried about the job future. This new poll conducted by a Democratic polling firm of registered voters in five swing states showed that across the political spectrum, supermajorities of young voters demand or at least prefer candidates who prioritize climate change.

Yeah, there is enough voter support, not just among Democrats, but also among Republicans, to force politicians to lead on climate, and not out of the goodness of their hearts, but because it will become the easiest way for them to win elections. But the burden It is upon us as voters first, because if we don't show up, there's no reason for politicians to appeal to our priorities.

That's the goal of the Nonpartisan Environmental Voter Project. Don't change anyone's mind. Just try to get young climate motivated Americans to vote. And that impact could be huge. Tufts University projects that Gen Z and millennials will have a combined 104 million eligible voters this fall.

Being able to say, hey, we're going to win over and try to appeal field of voters who care about climate, that does matter. It might not be the number one issue. It might not be number three or number four. But in our close and polarized elections that we end up having, every demographic ends up mattering.

One influential climate action group, the Sunrise Movement frequently organizes protests to communicate that jobs, inflation, and climate change aren't actually separate issues. Young people want action, so it's beyond a party, and that is why we want to make sure that both nominies know and hear our demands.

I would love to see a bill that really puts forward how tackling climate change can decrease our cost of living and improve our lives. I think that includes housing, education, and jobs, first and foremost. Those are really key costs right now and also ways that we can improve people's lives.

The survey also asked voters which issues will actually get them to the polls this fall. When they made that distinction, climate change rose above economic issues with 78% saying climate is motivating them In Los Angeles, I'm National Climate reporter, Chase Cain. Thanks for watching. Stay updated about breaking news and top stories on the NBC News app or follow us on social media.