Resources for NBS Education

Green Jobs Create Economic Opportunities

In this Learning Scenario, students in their final year of high school will reflect on how their future jobs can be a part of the green economy, paying special attention to how they can integrate nature-based solutions (NBS) and thereby influence their local economies and communities positively. This Learning Scenario was developed as part of the Integrating Nature-Based Solutions in Education project, funded by the European Commission Directorate-General for Research and Innovation and coordinated by PPMI, in collaboration with European Schoolnet (EUN).

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Green Roofed Cat House

Population growth, industrialisation, and changing consumption habits drive the rapid loss of green spaces and increased waste production, leading to pollution, ecosystem damage, reduced biodiversity, and health impacts. Urbanisation causes deforestation and reduces green areas, compromising vital ecological services. Sustainable solutions like effective waste management and green space protection are essential, with community cooperation being crucial. This Learning Scenario introduces a project of green roof system using compost from recycled school kitchen waste to reclaim green spaces. The "Green Roofed Cat House" project involved various stakeholders and included a composting and constructing a cat house with shingles and geocell materials. The project received a Design Registration certificate from the Turkish Patent Institute.

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GRETA – Green Relevant Environment to All (Understanding NBS)

In this Learning Scenario, students will create ecology posters to raise awareness of how nature-based solutions (NBS) can be used to tackle climate change. This Learning Scenario was developed as part of the Integrating Nature-Based Solutions in Education project, funded by the European Commission Directorate-General for Research and Innovation and coordinated by PPMI, in collaboration with European Schoolnet (EUN).

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Let’s celebrate Oceans World Day 2024

The aim of this Learning Scenario is to use the World Ocean Day celebration to raise awareness among students about the influence of the ocean on their lives, on the planet as a whole, and about real-world problems. Students will cooperatively work in teams to develop themes related to the sea, share them and produce infographics and posters. Finally, an exhibition will be held at the school, where they will present and spread their work and will discuss further actions to protect the oceans.

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Nature’s Genius: Using NBS to Solve Environmental Challenges

This Learning Scenario introduces students to the impact of climate change and the role of Nature-Based Solutions (NBS) in addressing environmental challenges. Through a series of engaging activities – including investigations, experiments, discussions, and hands-on projects – students will explore concepts such as the greenhouse effect, climate change adaptation and biodiversity conservation. They will implement practical NBS projects such as composting, rain gardens, and insect shelters, fostering problem-solving skills and community engagement. The lesson culminates in a Green Day event, where students present their work to their peers, teachers, and the wider school community.

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