Project Code: 2019-1-FI01-KA229-060890_2
Period: 2019-2022
Location: Romania, Belgium, Cyprus, Greece, Finland, Spain – urban areas
Coordinating Organization: School Elena Doamna, Tecuci, Romania
General Scope and Specific Objectives: Promote sustainability, focusing on environmental and social goals aligned with Agenda 2030. Enhance teachers’ pedagogical skills in environmental education and digital literacy.

Raise students’ awareness of their role in environmental conservation and climate change mitigation. Foster students’ digital skills through platforms like eTwinning. Develop students’ social and communication skills through international cooperation.
Empower students to influence their learning and communities. Encourage open attitudes towards other cultures and international collaboration.
Support students with fewer opportunities, migrant, refugee, and special needs children. Facilitate cooperation between mainstream and diverse schools to enhance social and language skills. Foster a shift towards sustainability in school cultures. Target Group: Primarily 9-12-year-old students involved in four Green study projects. 

Project Activities: Conducting four study projects focusing on environmental issues. Implementing cross-cultural study groups with active and outdoor learning methods. Integrating interdisciplinary approaches into the curriculum.

Creating padlets and magazines showcasing students’ work. Participating in virtual and physical mobility activities. Recognizing achievements, such as winning awards during STEM Discovery week.

Results: Improved school and community practices in sustainability. Enhanced teacher professional development and collaboration. Increased visibility and inspiration within the region. Empowered students to take action and engage in learning.

Utilization of technology and hands-on experiences to deepen learning. Development of critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Raised awareness of environmental issues and encouraged proactive citizenship. Impact:

Over 350 students, 15 teachers, and other school staff engaged in project activities. Continuation of project initiatives beyond the school environment. Collaboration and communication among partner schools facilitated learning and security. Recognition of student achievements in national and international platforms. Promotion of active citizenship and environmental stewardship among students.

Project Title: Promoting Green Skills through Games

Project Code: 2017-1-IEI01-KA201-025721

Period: November 2017 – December 2019

Location: Ireland, Spain, Austria, Croatia, United Kingdom Coordinating Organization: Cork Institute of Technology, Ireland General Scope and Specific

Objectives: The project aimed to develop an educational digital game and associated resources to enhance sustainability education in schools, along with a toolkit for teachers to integrate the game into classrooms. The primary goal was achieved by creating a game and resources supporting sustainability and climate action education for both students and teachers. The game allows primary and secondary school students (ages 8-14) to learn about climate issues like pollution, waste, and recycling.

A teacher back-end feature enables customization of game levels and topics, while in-game links and tips promote local environmental initiatives. A leaderboard adds a competitive element to motivate students. The project outputs underwent testing, feedback, and redevelopment to meet the needs of the target audience, and are freely available on major mobile platforms and public repositories. 

Target Group: Primary and Secondary school students (8-14 years old) Project Activities: Development of an educational digital game and associated resources. Creation of a toolkit for teachers to integrate the game into classrooms. Testing, feedback, and redevelopment of project outputs. Provision of online platforms for game access, teacher support, and resource dissemination. Design of classroom posters on sustainability topics.

Results: Creation of an educational digital game and associated training materials. Development of online platforms for game access and resource dissemination. Design of classroom posters addressing various sustainability topics. Positive feedback from pilot participants on the effectiveness of the game for teaching and learning. Impact: Enhanced sustainability education in schools through engaging digital platforms. Increased awareness among students about climate issues and local environmental initiatives. Empowerment of teachers to integrate gamified learning into their classrooms. Promotion of sustainability practices and behaviors among students and the broader community.

Project Title: (S)TEAM TODAY, MAKE CHANGES FOR TOMORROW

Project Code: 2019-1-LT01-KA229-060500

Period: 2019 – 2021 Location: Lithuania, Greece, Portugal, Italy, Cyprus

Coordinating Organization: Klaipeda Baltija Gymnasium, Lithuania

General Scope and Specific Objectives: The project aimed to enhance students’ understanding of scientific concepts related to sustainable energy production, raise awareness about alternative energy sources, and foster skills and competences through interdisciplinary STEM projects. Additionally, the project aimed to improve collaboration, teamwork, communication skills, and soft skills such as critical thinking and creativity. It enabled teachers to share models and practices in STEM, ICT, coding, and robotics. The project also aimed to promote self-awareness, intercultural awareness, European citizenship, and EU policies regarding renewable energy usage. Target Group: Students aged 15-18 years old

Project Activities: Exploration of traditional and alternative sources of energy (e.g., bioenergy, wind energy, solar energy, water energy) Designing smart, green city models for sustainable energy in the future Implementation of innovative teaching methods incorporating critical thinking, digital competence, collaboration, communication skills, and personal and social responsibility Presentations, posters, and campaigns promoting renewable energy usage Building models of buildings with alternative insulating materials and simulations of power plants and sustainable cities

Results: Enhanced understanding of scientific concepts and processes related to sustainable energy production Increased awareness about alternative energy sources and their potential usage Improved skills and competences in STEM fields and soft skills such as critical thinking and communication Sharing of school models and practices among teachers Promotion of self-awareness, intercultural awareness, European citizenship, and EU policies regarding renewable energy usage Impact: Empowered students equipped with knowledge and skills for addressing sustainability challenges Enhanced collaboration, teamwork, and communication skills among students and teachers Promotion of innovative teaching methods and practices in STEM education Contribution to the dissemination of renewable energy concepts and practices across Europe through various deliverables and platforms

Title: International Conservation Schools Program (GMP)

Duration: Since 2011

Location: Pakruojis Zemyna Progymnasium, Lithuania

Coordinator: Lithuanian Green Movement (LŽJ)

Description: The International Conservation Schools Program, part of the Foundation for Environmental Education (FEE), engages students, teachers, and the community in environmental initiatives. Since its inception in 2011, Pakruojis Zemyna Progymnasium has been actively involved, earning eleven Green Flags and recognition for its efforts. Led by the Lithuanian Green Movement, the program focuses on practical conservation activities, waste sorting, renewable energy projects, and promoting a healthy lifestyle. Recognized by UNESCO and UNEP, it aligns with the UN Sustainable Development Goals and fosters community engagement, student creativity, and international collaboration.

Title: Green Schools 2.0 for a Sustainable Future

Duration: 15/10/2017 – 14/10/2019

Location: Greece, Italy, Macedonia, Poland, Portugal, Romania

Coordinator: Istituto Comprensivo Statale “Silvio Pellico” Vedano Olona, Varese, Italy

Description: The Green Schools 2.0 project aimed to develop skills and competences among students through innovative practices in environmental education and sustainable development.

Students aged 3 to 16 participated in activities focusing on current environmental issues, promoting effective behavior for active citizenship, and enhancing basic and transversal skills. Each country focused on specific areas such as energy saving, water conservation, and waste management. Learning sessions and transnational meetings facilitated collaboration and knowledge exchange.

Tangible outcomes included protocols for CO2 reduction, recycling charts, and educational materials like QR code-guided tree identification and videos on air pollution. The project also emphasized intangible results, fostering citizenship skills and promoting environmental actions and good practices at local, regional, national, and European levels.