A focus on sustainability has been announced for NSW schools this year as the State’s 1.2 million students return to class.
The Minister for Education and Training, Verity Firth welcomed teachers and students back to the classroom, saying the year would have an ‘environmental flavour.’
Ms Firth said the Government would invest $5 million over four years to engage staff and students in energy saving and greenhouse gas reduction projects in public schools and TAFEs.
2010 focus announced
She said initiatives would include new online resources and professional learning for teachers, an awards program, environmental themed events and activities for schools and online training in sustainability for all TAFE NSW staff.
“Through education we have a wonderful opportunity to raise awareness about how we can better protect the environment,” she said.
“This year, in the Year of Learning for Sustainability, we will promote the importance of environmental issues in every public school and TAFE Institute across NSW, as well as all NSW Department of Education and Training offices.”
Ms Firth said schools and TAFE Institutes would share sustainable education and management practices and explore ways for students and staff to contribute positively to the environment.
“This will include reducing greenhouse gas emissions, promoting sustainable water and energy use for the future.”
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