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Green Schools Revolution is a three-year project launched in January 2023, hosted by SOS-UK and funded by the #iwill Fund. We help secondary school pupils to green their schools as part of the Department for Education's (DfE) Climate Change and Sustainability Strategy. Students develop whole-school Climate Action Plans, create Wilding Plans to bring nature back to their school grounds, and deliver Teach the Teacher sessions to help integrate climate education into the curriculum.

I chat to Lucy Davies (project coordinator) and Jack Di Francesco (Education Manager).

Takeaways:

  • The Green Schools Revolution provides grants for schools to promote sustainability through rewilding projects, fostering environmental awareness among students.
  • Students are increasingly aware of climate justice issues, yet their education often lacks comprehensive climate-related content, highlighting a significant gap in the curriculum.
  • Young people's anxiety regarding climate change stems from a feeling of helplessness, as they often do not see actionable changes being made by their schools.
  • Empowering students to lead climate education initiatives fosters a sense of ownership and agency, enabling them to influence their educational environment positively.
  • The Green Schools Revolution includes programs like Teach the Teacher, which enables students to facilitate climate education discussions with their teachers and peers.
  • Creating a sustainable school environment not only enhances educational experiences but also encourages students to adopt eco-friendly habits that extend beyond the classroom.

Website

https://www.greenschoolsrevolution.uk/

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