Better Enviromental for Next Generation

<< Background >>The project was proposed in response to the urgent need to educate young people on environmental sustainability and the fight against climate change, which are recognised as some of the greatest threats facing the modern world. The partner schools identified a significant gap in ecological awareness and sustainable behaviours among students and their local communities. Furthermore, it was deemed essential to foster key competences such as critical thinking, creativity, active citizenship, and intercultural communication – particularly in contexts involving disadvantaged students.The participating institutions, all with experience in ecological activities and a strong motivation to act both locally and globally, aimed through this project to promote responsible attitudes towards the environment, to reconnect students with nature, and to equip them with the knowledge and practices needed to become fully developed, environmentally conscious European citizens.This initiative was developed as a response to the growing concern around climate change and the need to raise environmental awareness. The partners involved are schools with strong motivation and commitment to implement environmental best practices.<< Objectives >>The main objectives we aimed to achieve were:- To increase knowledge of the European Union’s Environmental Policy;- To develop practical skills (e.g. planting, selective waste collection);- To promote artistic, linguistic, and digital competences;- To foster critical thinking, creativity, communication, and teamwork;- To raise awareness of the importance of natural resources and the need for sustainable practices;- To engage students in meaningful experiences that would strengthen their 21st-century skills and sense of active citizenship.<< Implementation >>A wide range of activities was carried out, both in-person and virtually, including:- Various recycling workshops, including paper recycling for later use, nature walks, environmental clean-up actions, tree planting, and seed sowing in the school garden;- Composting of natural waste such as leaves and garden scraps, promoting circular economy practices;- Development of thematic work for each activity, using both physical formats (posters) and digital formats (presentations and videos);- Artistic activities using recycled materials;- Internal and public exhibitions showcasing the work carried out;- Creation and maintenance of a project website, as well as organisation of competitions and cultural presentations;- Regular online meetings and sharing of good practices among partners;- Celebration of thematic days such as World Water Day, Earth Day and Forest Week, with the active involvement of the school community.<< Results >>Among the main results of the project were:- Increased environmental awareness among students, teachers, parents, and local communities;- Creation of both digital and physical products: videos, photographs, posters, ecological calendars, exhibitions, and presentations;- Development of practical, linguistic, and artistic competences;- Active involvement of the educational community and reinforcement of transnational partnerships;- Dissemination of results through the project website, eTwinning platform, and social media;- Commitment to keep the project website active for at least five years after the end of the project, ensuring continued access to the resources produced.