Our learning journey nearing its conclusion – time to present our work Shortly before the end of the G2VET project, we are gathering today at our project partner and host, the Junta de Castilia y León, the General Directorate for Vocational Training in Valladolid, the capital of the Castilia y León region (Spain), for our final conference. In honour of […]
Fact or Fiction? The Role of Data Literacy
Critical Thinking and Fact-Checking as Keys to Truth and the Pursuit of Sustainability The Earth Overshoot Day marks the date when humanity has exhausted the natural resources available for the year. It is calculated annually for all countries individually and for the world as a whole. The worldwide Earth Overshoot Day is on 02 August. For Germany, this day in […]
Sustainable event organization and sustainable travel: a major challenge for the project partners
Preparations for the G2VET Multiplier Conference „Empowering Sustainable Futures” in Valladolid (ES) In addition to an exciting and engaging program, we as the organizers are committed to ensuring the event is run in a sustainable manner as much as possible. This involves considering not just the venue and event logistics, but also sustainable approaches to contents, materials and workshops. One […]
We can also be fast!
We are already in the middle of planning our final conference It’s April and we’ve only just really got going. And yet we’ve already been in the middle of planning our final conference for four weeks. It will mark the final phase of our partnership and is set to be a highlight. The date, content, schedule and guest list have […]
Easter, the bunny and chocolate
Sweet treats in sight: Chocolate and Sustainability Easter has left its chocolatey mark. As one of the most important celebrations in the Christian calendar, Easter has developed a number of traditions and customs over the years that make it a special event. Every year, children look forward to searching for the colourful eggs hidden by the Easter Bunny. Along with […]
Learn-Reflect-Act
What I take with me from EARTH HOUR 2024 I think action days like Earth Hour are valuable opportunities to learn about environmental issues, reflect on our own actions and discuss them together. In this way we can raise awareness of the need to protect our environment. I am pleased to know that environmental organisations are providing interesting ideas and […]
EARTH HOUR – One hour for the climate and the planet
This year I’m joining in and turning off the lights from 20:30 – 21:30. This hour is a statement for the earth and climate protection. This is important to me and an hour spend with the family and good conversation is a small action that makes us feel good and is visible. I registered with WWF Germany’s Hour Bank and […]
Happiness and Sustainability
Today is the International Day of Happiness, which was established by the United Nations in 2012 to remind us how important happiness and well-being are for human life. In the justification for this International Day, the UN emphasises the importance of sustainable development for individual and collective happiness. In a world that is constantly changing, characterised by uncertainty and complex […]
A life almost without waste?
A great thought, because last Friday it was that time again: weekend grocery shopping. Admittedly, this is always a question of time and so the route usually leads to the supermarket round the corner. The shopping trolley is quickly filled and then it’s time to unpack and store at home. These are always the moments when I start thinking about […]
Christmas time at last!
Follow our Advent Calendar Christmas time. For some it is the best time of the year. It’s a time full of lights, scents and flavours, thoughts about pleasant little gifts and time together. But the countdown to Christmas is supposed to be also a time of calm and reflection. We, the G2VET team, love both sides of the Christmas season. […]
