4B class recently completed a two part Junior Achievement Ireland workshop in partnership with the Environmental Protection Agency. It was called ‘Climate Change and Me”. 4B learned about sustainability and ways in which they can reduce their carbon footprint.
What is “Climate Change and You”?
“Climate Change and You” is a 2-module primary school workshop by Junior Achievement Ireland (JAI) and the EPA. It teaches children to analyse their carbon footprint and conduct classroom energy audits to understand human impact. The interactive program fosters practical, creative, and collective solutions for reducing environmental impacts at school and home.
Key Features of the Workshop:
- It is designed for primary school students, this program covers environmental awareness, caring for the planet, and sustainable design.
- It is developed by Junior Achievement Ireland (JAI) in partnership with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
- Over 1,200 students have engaged with the program, which focuses on empowering them to take action.
Key Takeaways for our pupils:
- Understanding how daily actions contribute to climate change.
- Learning about personal, community, and national responsibility for environmental care.
- Brainstorming practical ways to reduce, reuse, and recycle in their daily lives.
This initiative aims to empower the next generation to understand and actively combat climate change.
