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“Our land. Our future. We are #GenerationRestoration.” This year’s #WorldEnvironmentDay focuses on #LandRestoration, #desertification and #drought resilience. Here at Richmond American University London, #sustainability and the #environment are at the core of everything we do. With #ClimateChange and #social and #governance challenges high on the agenda for national and local #governments, and organisations in every sector, there is an ever-growing need for graduates trained in #SustainableDevelopment. Read more about how we're supporting out students to make a difference in the world for the better https://bit.ly/3RBMyTR

🌍💚 Eco-Schools in Northern Ireland: Leading the Way! 💚🌍 Did you know that #NorthernIreland is the first country in the world to achieve 100% registration with the #EcoSchools programme? 🎉 This remarkable milestone is a testament to the collective dedication of 19,363 #teachers and 348,925 young people who are actively participating in this pupil-led environmental education movement. Some highlights from the 2023-24 impact report: ✅ 42% of schools now hold a coveted #GreenFlag. 8% away from the #GreeningEducation target. ✅ A whopping 261,642 kg of CO2 saved through sustainable actions! ✅ Positive impacts on student wellbeing: 89% of schools report improved #mentalhealth. 85% of schools report better physical health outcomes. ✅ 46% increase in #climatechange knowledge among participants. Northern Ireland's Eco-Schools initiative proves that environmental education is not just about raising awareness—it's about taking impactful, measurable actions. 🌱 Together, let’s continue empowering the next generation to shape a sustainable future. 🙌 #EcoSchools #SustainabilityEducation #Impact #ClimateAction #YouthLeadership Foundation for Environmental Education UNESCO UNICEF Simon Wanda

🚀 Excited to have visited Beth Kreydatus’ Environmental Justice class at Virginia Commonwealth University yesterday.🌍 It’s inspiring to see such passionate students eager to drive change. Let’s keep the momentum going! Your voices matter in advocating for the continuation of zero-fare transportation contributions from VCU. This initiative isn’t just about convenience—it’s a crucial step towards environmental justice. Here’s why: 1. **Reduces Carbon Footprint**: Zero-fare transportation encourages more students to use public transit, which reduces individual car use and lowers greenhouse gas emissions. 2. **Promotes Equity**: Ensures all students, regardless of financial background, have access to reliable transportation, helping to level the playing field. 3. **Encourages Sustainable Practices**: Supports a culture of sustainability and responsibility towards our environment. Keep advocating and let’s make a difference together! 🌿✨ #EnvironmentalJustice #StudentAdvocacy #ZeroFareTransit #VCU #Sustainability #GreenCampus #ClimateAction

Looking for ways to make sustainability education more practical? Check out Greg King's approach at U of A's Augustana Campus. His environmental science students partner with local organizations to tackle real climate challenges. A recent collaboration with the City of Camrose had students provide actionable strategies for the community’s climate vulnerability assessment. The key? Combining classroom learning with community needs. King integrates the UN Sustainable Development Goals into his courses while building partnerships with local organizations, from the Battle River Watershed Alliance to the Food Artisans of Camrose County. Students learn by doing, and communities benefit from fresh perspectives on sustainability challenges. Read more about making sustainability education work at both campus and community levels: https://lnkd.in/dAWK5cXE #SustainabilityEducation #HigherEd #CommunityEngagement #ClimateAction #ProjectBasedLearning #SDGs 

Location-specific data forms the foundation for many of UMN’s SDG efforts, including the university’s prototype SDG Geospatial Impact Hub. Built by a team of students and faculty using the Sustainable Development Goals Solution from ArcGIS Solutions, the hub site shares relevant county-level performance data on each of the 17 SDGs. The SDG hub site will eventually include enough data for cities and towns to support the work of local and state policymakers, organizations, and the public. The GIS tools inside the hub site will enable efforts to measure and visualize progress. It will be a virtual place to facilitate collaboration on efforts—locally. Read the full story here https://lnkd.in/gsuPCa9y to learn more about the SDGs in Minnesota hub site https://lnkd.in/gC6AipzD and for inspiration to create a similar hub site for your state. #ArcGISHub Harshitha D. Emily Nilson Jill Saligoe-Simmel, Ph.D.

Here’s a little article on one of my Master of Arts in Environmental Education and Communications students Andrew Delong.

The Michigan Green Schools program has seen significant growth in 2024, with 343 Michigan schools being recognized for their environmental stewardship and education efforts. This is an increase of 37 schools compared to the previous year. Eileen Boekestein, Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy's environmental education coordinator, expressed excitement about the growth of the Michigan Green Schools Program, highlighting its significance in supporting environmental education and sustainability action. With the program's continued growth in 2024, more schools are being recognized for their commitment to environmental stewardship, highlighting the importance of integrating environmental education into the curriculum and fostering a sense of responsibility for the planet among students. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3UndhE3 #sbndetroit #sustainablebusinessnetwork #sustainablebusinessnetworkdetroit #sustainablebusiness #environmentaljustice #climateaction #sustainabledetroit #michigangreenschools #environmentaleducation #sustainability #egle #students #prek12 #michigan #stewardship #education #greeninitiatives #environmentalliteracy #communityengagement #studentempowerment #schoolrecognition #environmentalawareness

Spotlighting Silver Carbon Literate Educator: Barnsley College 🥈   Sasha Beswick, head of sustainability at Barnsley College and former vice-chair of the positive climate partnership, reflects on the momentous achievements that led the college to become the first-ever Silver Carbon Literate Educator✨🎓 “Having training that can sweep through the whole staff and student body has really empowered people to take action that benefits not only the students and college but the wider community as well” 🗣️ Barnsley College has seamlessly integrated Carbon Literacy into its sustainability strategy, whilst making significant strides by partnering with the local authority to develop training materials that students will deliver to the Barnsley community. Interested to see how this was made possible? 🤔 Read more about Barnsley College's Carbon Literacy journey here 👉 https://lnkd.in/eVwGvZ_S #CarbonLiteracy #CLEAwards #CLEAwards24 #CarbonLiterateEducator #ClimateLeader

Are we on track to secure a resilient future for Australia? 30% of Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) targets are on course. Australia faces critical challenges: rising cost-of-living pressures, worsening inequality, and the growing impact of climate change. The SDGs provide a framework for addressing these challenges and creating a sustainable, inclusive future. But how is Australia performing? What needs to change? Find out at the Transforming Australia report launch on February 13, 2025, at the National Press Club of Australia, Canberra. Join our experts as they present the latest data, insights, and strategies to ensure no one is left behind: https://lnkd.in/e3Y4Ssan

How do you think Australia is faring on social, economic, and environmental health? How do you think our children are doing in maths? What about our wages, our suicide rates, our poverty rates? Increasing or decreasing? What about the amount of material waste or renewable energy we're producing? How safe do you think we feel walking after dark? What about how we compare to other OECD countries? What about within our own country - urban vs rural vs remote? Or between states and territories? Or local government areas? Do you think there are gaps? Is anyone being left behind? If so, who? The answers to these questions are essential for policy makers and policy environment-enablers to ensure efforts to safeguard our people and reduce inequities are actioned. We have the answers to these questions - and more. Join us for the launch of our report, Transforming Australia 2024. Tickets at the link. Monash University Monash Sustainable Development Institute - Advancing the wellbeing of people and planet for current and future generations.