Education for Sustainability

It's the second week of our new #FacilitatorFriday series, and this week we're delighted to introduce the terrific Therese! Therese is a brilliant member of our staff and facilitation team-- to learn just how brilliant she is, swipe through the post to learn more about who she is and her work with us! As always, to find out more about our team, you can head on over to the Meet the Team page on our website. #ClimateAction #Facilitation #Facilitator #EducationForTheFuture #PeerEducation #YouthLeadership #EnvironmentalEducation

📖OUR CLIMATE LITERACY PROGRAMME📖 Education for Sustainability's climate literacy programme takes an innovative approach to learning about sustainability. By equipping both students and educators with detailed, engaging resources, our 8-week programme will leave students, teachers, and principals with more knowledge about furthering climate action and building a sustainable world. To register interest for our next round of programmes at the start of 2025, head on over to our website and get in touch via our Contact Us page! #ClimateAction #ClimateLiteracy #EducationForTheFuture #PeerEducation #YouthLeadership #EnvironmentalEducation

It’s been a busy time of the year for us at Education for Sustainability! As we enter the midterm break, hundreds of students across Ireland have just wrapped up our 8-week climate literacy modules. A massive congratulations to all of the students and staff who have completed our modules this term and improved sustainable attitudes in their schools. 👏 After engaging with a host of topics, including climate justice, fast fashion, the plastic crisis and biodiversity, students apply their learnings to a hands-on action project to promote sustainable values. Below are some photos of some students working on action projects and learning activities. Activities include: 🌟upcycling, to show that fashion can be slowed down and items can be reused, 🌟plastic collection and discussion, to promote recycling and ask students to pay attention to where our rubbish goes, 🌟action planning, to launch projects to increase sustainability and better the planet, 🌟and more! ♻️ If you want to stay updated on what we’re up to, or find out more about our programs, follow us on social media @educ4sustain on all platforms. 🍃

🙋MEET THE FACILITATOR: BILLY JO🌱 As the midterm rolls on and we gear up to start a new round of climate literacy courses, we’re delighted to re-introduce some of our facilitators in our brand new #FacilitatorFriday series! Our first facilitator introduction is the fabulous Billy Jo. Swipe through to find out a little more about who she is, her background, and her amazing work both within and outside Education for Sustainability. To find out more about our team, head on over to the Meet the Team page on our website. #ClimateAction #Facilitation #Facilitator #EducationForTheFuture #PeerEducation #YouthLeadership #EnvironmentalEducation

🌍 Exciting times ahead as we deliver 20 Circular Economy & Fast Fashion workshops in schools across Waterford and Dublin, funded by @Waterford County Council and @Dublin City Council! These workshops are more than just lessons—they’re equipping students with the knowledge and skills to understand the impact of fast fashion and how we can move towards a more sustainable, circular economy. From creative upcycling activities to eye-opening discussions on the future of fashion, these sessions are making students think critically about the choices we make. A key element of these workshops is peer education, where students teach each other. This not only reinforces their learning but also empowers them to lead change within their own communities. It’s amazing to see young people taking ownership of such important topics! By fostering these skills today, we’re preparing students for a more sustainable future 🌱♻️. #Sustainability #CircularEconomy #FastFashion #EducationForTheFuture #PeerEducation #Waterford #Dublin #YouthLeadership #EnvironmentalEducation

Founded to inspire young people to understand, conserve, and love nature, our work in schools focuses on fostering a deep connection with the natural world. Through nature education, citizen science, and hands-on classes that explore biodiversity, we aim to equip students with the knowledge and passion to protect the planet for future generations. https://lnkd.in/eM2BM975

At Education for Sustainability, we believe that education is the cornerstone of a sustainable future. The recent EPA report highlights how much work still needs to be done to meet Ireland’s emissions targets, and we see this as a call to action. Our goal is to advance climate literacy across Ireland, equipping schools, businesses, and communities with the knowledge to make impactful changes. We urge policymakers to support this mission by expanding funding opportunities, especially for educational institutions, so that every sector can contribute to our climate goals. 🌍 #ClimateAction #ClimateEducation #Sustainability #PolicyChange #EmpowerCommunities

92 schools across Ireland are about half-way through their 8-week Climate Literacy courses with us already. As we wave goodbye to a sunny September, here's a little snapshot of the fun and learning that students have been enjoying with our incredible team of Environmental Educators. Booking for schools for our next round of 8-week courses (commencing November) is open now: https://lnkd.in/eunvwrRD

🌍 Exciting News! Education for Sustainability Joins the SDG Hub! 🌱 We are thrilled to announce that Education for Sustainability is now a proud member of the SDG Hub – As a social enterprise, we are committed to empowering businesses to invest for impact and align their goals with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Businesses can trade for impact by aligning their operations, products, and services with social and environmental goals and by investing in a social enterprise like ours! By integrating sustainability into supply chains, investing in ethical practices, and prioritizing purpose over profit, companies can create positive change while generating long-term value. This approach not only enhances their reputation but also opens up new markets and opportunities for innovation. Trading for impact allows businesses to meet growing consumer demand for responsible practices while contributing to a more sustainable and equitable world. Together, we can shape a better future for both people and the planet. #SDGs #Sustainability #Impact Sam Marchetti Susan Adams Check us out here! https://lnkd.in/epdVWqTr

At Education for Sustainability, we believe that learning goes far beyond the classroom! This week, St Andrews students took part in a fantastic Citizen Science project in collaboration with Coastwatch Europe as part of the All-Ireland Survey. We spent the morning on the local beach exploring biodiversity, examining litter, and investigating inflows. The hands-on experience gave our students the chance to connect with nature, understand real-world environmental challenges, and contribute to meaningful data collection efforts that support coastal conservation. 🌱🐚 Experiences like these teach our students the power of education through practical work. By stepping outside, they not only see the beauty and importance of our natural ecosystems, but also realise their own role in protecting them. A huge thank you to Coastwatch for the opportunity to engage in this inspiring initiative. Together, we’re fostering the next generation of environmental stewards! 💚 #CitizenScience #EnvironmentalEducation #CoastwatchEurope #AllIrelandSurvey #Biodiversity #LitterSurvey #PracticalLearning #OutdoorEducation #BeachConservation #FutureStewards Coastwatch ( Irish Coastal Environment Group - Coastwatch) Department of the Environment, Climate and Communications Department of Education — Ireland