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Follow on Google News | Navigating DfE's Sustainability and Climate Change StrategyBy: Twinkl Twinkl's Kat Oakes, an expert in sustainability, provided insights into the strategy's key components during a recent discussion. The four main strategic aims for England were highlighted, focusing on excellence in education, achieving net-zero emissions, building resilience to climate change, and fostering a better environment. 1. Excellence in Education: Preparing for a Climate-Impacted World The strategy aims to prepare young minds for a climate-impacted future through a focus on learning and practical experiences. Twinkl's Eco Adventures scheme (https://www.twinkl.co.uk/ 2. Net Zero: Aiming for Sustainable School Infrastructure With a goal to achieve net-zero emissions, the strategy encourages innovation in building design and future thinking. Twinkl emphasised the importance of driving this innovation to envision sustainable solutions for existing school sites and the incorporation of eco-friendly elements in new constructions. 3. Resilience to Climate Change: Nurturing Adaptability Recognizing the growing concern of eco-anxiety, the strategy emphasises building resilience in teachers, leaders, and students. Twinkl advocates for adapting education to promote resilience and address the impacts of climate change, fostering an environment where children can learn and discuss these pressing issues. 4. Better Environment: Beyond the school buildings, the strategy encourages improving the surrounding natural environment. Twinkl stresses the significance of biodiversity, outdoor access, and promoting sustainable practices, including bike schemes and walking to school initiatives. Implementing the Strategy in Educational Settings: A Collective Effort Twinkl underlines the collaborative effort required to achieve these goals. With a focus on sustainability leads in educational settings, the platform aims to empower educators, administrators, and even students to contribute collectively to a more sustainable future. Key Action Points for Educational Leaders:
Twinkl's commitment to supporting educational settings in this sustainability journey extends to the development of a new Sustainability and Climate Change Hub (https://www.twinkl.co.uk/ End
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