Newsletter (September-October 2024)
Our newsletter provides updates on our programs, and fellow Climate Reality Leaders who are making a difference. It carries a gamut of activities carried out in two months' time, showing how each one of us can act to solve the crisis together. We would love to hear from you, your story and acts of leadership in the journey of sustainability. Every action matters!
CLIMATE CHANGE EDUCATION
Teachers’ Training Program, Tamil Nadu
The Teachers’ Training Program, held on September 9-10, 2024, at Maharishi International School in Kanchipuram, Tamil Nadu, aimed to equip 125 teachers with the tools and knowledge to teach environmental sustainability. Organized by The Climate Project Foundation with support of the GCP consultant Neeru Bhushan, the workshop focused on three key areas: waste management, air quality, and energy conservation.
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The primary objective was to make the teachers understand the climate change urgency and the solutions at hand and also to enable them to integrate sustainability topics into their curriculum, empowering them to raise environmental awareness and promote eco-friendly behaviors within their schools and the broader community. This training aligns with long-term goals of reducing environmental impact and encouraging young learners to adopt eco-conscious behaviors, contributing to a greener, more sustainable future.
International Conference for
Sustainability Education 2024
The International Conference on Sustainability Education (ICSE) 2024, held on September 19-20 at India Habitat Centre, New Delhi, centered on the theme "Greening Education for a Sustainable Future." The event gathered educators, environmentalists, and youth leaders to promote sustainability education. It also featured participation from key speakers including our Climate Reality Leaders- Dr. Erach Bharucha, Mr. Rituraj Phukan, Dr. Vidhi Vohra, Mr. Nikhil Kamath, and Dr. Pooja Chopra to name a few.
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As a partner, Climate Reality Project India & South Asia set up a "Climate Action Pledge Selfie" booth, engaging 230 participants who pledged climate actions and received commitment badges. On Day 2, the Youth for Environment (Y4E) Awards celebrated young changemakers’ projects addressing environmental challenges, with Director Aditya Pundir emphasizing youth’s role in sustainability. ICSE 2024 showcased education’s power and youth leadership in advancing a sustainable future.
Youth for Earth Awards 2024
The Youth for Earth (Y4E) campaign offers a platform for young leaders to showcase projects contributing to a sustainable and resilient future. In its 5th year, Y4E 2024 focused on "Greening Education for a Sustainable Future," inspiring youth to address environmental challenges.
The Award Ceremony, held at the 6th International Conference for Sustainability Education by the Climate Project Foundation, honored the achievements of young environmentalists. Director, TCPF Mr. Aditya Pundir and CEO, Mobius Foundation Dr. Ram Boojh presented awards to five Junior and four Senior winning teams, each receiving cash prizes and certificates, with one team earning a special recognition award. The event celebrated youth innovation and inspired ongoing efforts in environmental conservation and resilience.