Shaping the future: Students show creative ways for sustainable education

Shaping the future: Students show creative ways for sustainable education

Erlangen, Deutschland - On July 3, 2025, an exciting day of action for the education for sustainable development (BNE) took place in Erlangen. Organized by environmental officer Sabine Bock and other representatives, numerous stands presented various topics related to sustainability, which were mainly designed by school children and young people. This was about creative projects that are supposed to raise awareness of environmentally conscious action.

A colorful range of topics was represented: from school gardens and potato cultivation to school bees to laser cutter projects, here a lot was really offered to participate and learn. It became particularly creative during the handicraft work with natural materials and the earth children's plan exhibition. Media such as podcasts and films were not neglected either. The event gave young people the opportunity to present their promising ideas and projects to initiate sustainable development.

creative hands -on activities and wishes of the young people

A highlight among the hands -on activities was the sale of homemade from the school garden and all kinds of creative products. The students were not only the contact for their projects, but were also ready to answer questions and share their experiences. The youngsters' desired wishes were recorded in a desired globe sculpture. These ideas range from the demand for more excursions and barrier-free ramps to environmental protection measures to anti-bullying projects. It shows that the future design of our society is important to young people.

"More fair trade and regional products, peace and politics against the right" were also central topics in the ideas that the young people brought in. This also reflects the increasing sensitivity of youth for global topics that are not only locally, but also nationally and internationally important.

BNE and the global goals of the Agenda 2030

The day in Erlangen is in the context of the global trend for education for sustainable development. In 2015, the United Nations adopted the 2030 Agenda, which contains 17 goals for sustainable development (SDGS). These goals not only affect individual action, but also require educational institutions that education is inclusive, fair and of high quality. In particular, goal 4 of the SDGs is important for the educational landscape: "Including, equal and high-quality education ensure and promoting life-long learning for everyone", as [https://bildportal-niedersachsen.de/bne/ver standing/sustainability goals explains.

Unterziel 4.7 also emphasizes the importance of education for sustainable development. By 2030, all learners should acquire basic knowledge and skills for a sustainable lifestyle. Aspects such as human rights, gender justice and a culture of peace are central pillars that are said to be anchored in education. The ESD approaches at the event in Erlangen make an important contribution to achieving these goals.

Overall, the day for education for sustainable development shows that youth is willing to take responsibility and to actively contribute to the sustainable design of the future with their own projects. The variety of topics and the engagement of the kids encourage thinking and acting, for a respectful and resource -saving cooperation in society.