Join the Sustainability and Climate Change Initiative
Education's Role in Tackling Climate Change
Education is crucial in addressing climate change and creating a greener world for future generations. By improving the sustainability of our environment and enhancing the knowledge of children and young people, we can positively impact and inspire our communities.
DfE's Sustainability and Climate Change Strategy
The Department for Education (DfE) has developed a comprehensive strategy to support the education sector and children's services in tackling climate change and inspiring international action. This strategy was developed with input from educators, subject specialists, representative bodies, leading experts, and young people.
Strategic Aims
The strategy aims to make the UK a world leader in education for sustainability and climate change by 2030. In England, this will be achieved through four key strategic aims:
- Excellence in Education and Skills for a Changing World: Preparing young people for a climate-impacted world through education and practical experience.
- Net Zero: Reducing emissions from education buildings, driving innovation, and engaging young people in the transition to net zero.
- Resilience to Climate Change: Adapting education buildings and systems to withstand climate change effects.
- A Better Environment for Future Generations: Enhancing biodiversity, improving air quality, and increasing access to nature in and around education settings.
Key Action Areas
The strategy focuses on several key areas:
- Climate education
- Green skills and careers
- Education estate and digital infrastructure
- Operations and supply chains
- International action
Get Involved
Schools across Torbay are encouraged to participate in this initiative. By integrating these strategic aims and action areas into your school's curriculum and operations, you can help create a sustainable future for our children and communities.
The following links may help your school to get on board to being Green.
Climate Education - has been specifically developed for schools. It supports the aspirations of the Department for Education’s Sustainability & Climate Change Strategy, whilst also linking closely with the sustainable development goals. Climate Education enables schools to showcase their commitment to enhancing knowledge of sustainability and fostering long-term behaviour change amongst their communities. Click the link below to find out more.