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We offer accreditation to guide the integration of SUSTAINABILITY EDUCATION across Higher Ed program content — providing young people with the skills, knowledge and mindset they will need to face the challenges of the future.

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🌱 C40 cities say they have cut emissions five times faster than the global average.

Phoenix Mayor Gallego said, “we have 50 cities from the U.S. that are here, all committed to ambitious #ClimateAction. So, while our national government goes backward, these cities go forward.” 👏

#GreenSky #COP30
Ahead of COP30, mayors pledged coordinated climate action FROM C40, A NETWORK OF 300 MAYORS FROM BIG CITIES WORLDWIDE “Now, it is an existential fight between the climate wreckers and climate defenders,” said London Mayor Sadiq Khan. The C40 mayors launched a global coalition to prepare cities for a hotter future through an effort called the Cool Cities Accelerator. Cities pledged to collaborate, share best practices and report progress on emergency measures. Within five years, cities aim to improve building standards, expand urban tree cover and shade, and future-proof critical infrastructure. Source: AP » https://apnews.com/article/brazil-climate-cop-30-rio-c40-mayors-67d62c171c9bf37606eda86c732493f0
November 13, 2025 at 10:14 AM
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Approaching #COP30, @unep.org has said, “this has the potential to be one of the most consequential climate COPs of the last decade, but there is no doubt: we are facing some serious headwinds.”

#Sustainability #ClimateAction #GreenSky
The UN has highlighted 6 key issues for COP30 1 PREVENT RUNAWAY GLOBAL WARMING National climate plans are falling short, and must deliver deeper emissions cuts in key sectors like energy and transport. 2 PROTECTING COMMUNITIES Developing nations will need more than $310 billion annually by 2035 to adapt to climate change. 3 MAKE GOOD ON A TRILLION-DOLLAR PROMISE Pledges must turn into real finance. 4 LEVERAGING CREATIVE SOLUTIONS Local-level solutions to extreme heat (cool roofs, urban green spaces, early warning systems), and smart design. 5 ENSURING FAIR AND INCLUSIVE TRANSITIONS Fair distribution of the economic benefits of climate action: renewable energy offers the lowest-cost electricity on Earth, while providing jobs, growth, and better health. 6 MOTIVATION UNEP hope to kick off a “decade of delivery” where climate commitments turn into action on the ground. Source: UNEP » https://www.unep.org/news-and-stories/story/six-issues-will-dominate-cop30
November 12, 2025 at 10:14 AM
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It’s now a decade since the Paris Climate Agreement, and most countries are failing to meet their national targets.

#RenewableEnergy is now cheaper in most places than polluting fossil fuels. Yet the UN predict global temps will exceed 1.5°C, very likely within the next decade.

#COP30 #GreenSky
COP30 begins today ANALYSTS ARE FRAMING THIS YEAR AS THE “IMPLEMENTATION COP” “The window of opportunity we have to act is rapidly closing. Extremist forces fabricate falsehoods to gain electoral advantage and trap future generations in an outdated model that perpetuates social and economic disparities and environmental degradation." — President Lula, Brazil [Photo of Belem, Brazil, from the water, boats arriving in the early morning].
November 11, 2025 at 8:58 AM
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#HigherEducation institutions are facing increasing pressure for greater integration of #sustainability into their programs. We can help accelerate that process.
The EDuC Label guides an overall sustainability strategy, while giving visibility & credibility to ongoing efforts.
#ESD #GreenSky #EduSky
Climate Change Timeline IT’S NOT TOO LATE TO CHOOSE A DIFFERENT FUTURE, BUT ONE DAY IT WILL BE. [Graphic showing a timeline: Phase 1, in yellow — “Climate Change isn’t real!” Phase 2, in orange — “OK, it’s real, but it’s not our fault! And what’s so bad about hot summers...” Phase 3, in darker orange — “Wait, what?” Phase 4, in red — silence Label points to early in phase 3: We are here.] EDUCATION IS KEY The EDuC Label, developed under the guidance of AFNOR, supports higher education in integrating coherent, structured sustainability standards into the student learning experience. The EDuC Label: The 1st Sustainability Label for Higher Education Program Content
November 7, 2025 at 2:35 PM
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📚 #ESD covers what we learn, how we learn it, and the environment in which we learn. It is a lifelong learning process that is an integral part of a quality education.

The EDuC Label helps #HigherEd institutions to integrate ESD into their curricula.
#Sustainability #GreenSky #EduSky
Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) KEY FIGURES 47% of national curriculum frameworks of 100 countries made no reference to climate change 40% of teachers are confident teaching cognitive dimensions of climate change but only 20% can explain well how to take action 107 countries are developing or implementing an ESD for 2030 country initiative All 2,800 education and environment stakeholders from 161 countries adopted the Berlin Declaration on ESD
November 6, 2025 at 10:14 AM
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🪲 Around the world, #biodiversity is collapsing at an unprecedented rate.

Creating and effectively protecting nature reserves is vital. In environments where development cannot be avoided, it is important to find ways of repairing and limiting the damage.
#SDG15 #Sustainability #GreenSky #EduSky
Protecting Land and Biodiversity [graphic showing...] Just 23% of the world’s land can be classified as ‘wilderness’ — untouched by human development 15% of the world’s land has been modified by humans (eg. urban development, agriculture, etc). 40% of the world’s land is degraded*, mostly by food production and/or pollution. Degraded land could be used for clean energy infrastructure — such as solar farms — which is needed as we transition away from fossil fuels. 75% of land has been impacted or damaged by human development Cop15 set a target of protecting 30% of our land (as well as 30% of marine and coastal areas)
November 5, 2025 at 10:14 AM
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According to UNEP, around a million species of plants and animals are being are at risk of extinction.

They range from the critically endangered South China tiger to “common” animals & plants, such as giraffes and parrots, oak trees, cacti & seaweed.
#ESD #Sustainability #Biodiversity #GreenSky
Biodiversity The global ecosystem provides everything in nature that we, as humans, need to survive, including food, medicine and shelter. Over half of global GDP is strongly dependent on nature. More than one billion people rely on forests for their livelihoods. Biodiversity is also our strongest natural defence against climate change. Land and ocean ecosystems act as “carbon sinks”, absorbing more than half of all carbon emissions.
November 4, 2025 at 8:56 AM
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🔥 #ExtremeWeather events impact the education of 40M children annually, mostly in low & lower middle-income countries. Education facilities can be physically damaged by flooding or powerful storms. Even worse, children can be displaced and unable to access learning.
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Climate and Education HOW THE CLIMATE CRISIS IMPACTS EDUCATION DIRECT EFFECTS: Destruction of education infrastructure Degrading of learning environments Stress on WaSH1 infrastructure INDIRECT EFFECTS: Negative household coping mechanisms Reduced physical and mental health Increased migration and displacement COMPOUNDED AND EXACERBATED BY: Gender inequality Civil conflict Poverty 1. Water, Sanitation and Hygiene. Source: WORLD ECONOMIC FORUM | https://www.weforum.org/agenda/2023/02/girls-education-climate-crisis-educational-disruption-resilience/
October 29, 2025 at 10:14 AM
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☀️ The IEA stresses that #renewables “inherently strengthen energy supply security”, because they generate electricity domestically.

Wouldn’t it be nice not to be energy-dependent on petrostates?
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More than 100 countries have cut their dependence on fossil-fuel imports by continuing to invest in renewables ACCORDING TO DATA FROM THE INTERNATIONAL ENERGY AGENCY (IEA) Since 2010, the UK, Germany and Chile have reduced their imports of coal and gas by around a third, while Denmark has cut its fossil-fuel imports by nearly half, mainly by building wind and solar power. Renewable expansion allowed these 100 nations to collectively avoid importing 700 M tonnes of coal and 400 BN cubic meters of gas in 2023, equivalent to around 10% of global consumption. In doing so, these countries saved more than $1.3 TN between 2010 and 2023 that would otherwise have been spent on fossil fuels from overseas. Source: CARBON BRIEF » https://www.carbonbrief.org/iea-renewables-have-cut-fossil-fuel-imports-for-more-than-100-countries/
October 28, 2025 at 10:14 AM
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🏫 At Join EDuC, we look forward to supporting #HigherEducation with the challenges of integrating #ESD into their curricula. Our EDuC Label accreditation is designed to accelerate that process.

Find out more here: www.joineduc.org/educ-label
#Sustainability #GreenSky #EduSky
The critical role of education TO TACKLE CLIMATE CHANGE EFFECTIVELY WE NEED TO ACQUIRE THE SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ATTITUDES FOR SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT The average global temperature has already risen by 1°C with most of the warming occurring in the past 35 years. Around half of the 100 countries reviewed by UNESCO had no mention of climate change in their national curriculum. 70% of young people cannot explain climate change or can only explain its broad principles or do not know anything about it. 95% of surveyed primary and secondary teachers felt that teaching climate change is important, BUT less than 30% expressed a readiness to teach it.
October 23, 2025 at 9:15 AM
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🎓 #HigherEducation institutions are currently facing growing demand for #sustainability integration in their curricula. These changes must be addressed with the right organizational structure and resources.

The EDuC Label can help!
Find out more: www.joineduc.org/educ-label
#ESD #GreenSky #EduSky
Sustainability certifications can be a resource to drive change WE BELIEVE THE EDUC LABEL CAN BE A CHANGE MANAGEMENT TOOL FOR HIGHER EDUCATION PROGRAMS AND INSTITUTIONS • Opportunity to measure achievements, share results internally and externally, and increase team engagement • Support for the creation of clear short- and long-term plans • Greater ease to draft an action plan and ultimately a full strategy document • Acknowledgment of achievements in sustainability integration • Opportunity to leverage advantages regarding international accreditations • Positive foundation to further enhance sustainability activities • Motivation to keep going... and to go further
October 22, 2025 at 9:15 AM
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🧑‍🎓 Students are increasingly viewing #sustainability as a key issue of their generation, a perspective that is holding strong influence in their critique of #HigherEducation programs.

We believe Higher Ed should be taking the lead in Education for #SustainableDevelopment.

#ESD #GreenSky #EduSky
The Impact of ESD EDUCATION FOR SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT (ESD) IS CRITICAL FOR OUR SHARED FUTURE. HIGHER EDUCATION HAS A KEY ROLE TO PLAY. [Graphic showing the impacts of ESD and higher education. These include effective governance, economic change, ethical leadership and social progress.]
October 21, 2025 at 8:16 AM
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⛽ Just as the EU once worried about maintaining supplies of Russian gas, now it worries about over-dependence on Chinese batteries, critical minerals and fuel cells.

It’s time our leaders recognized the coming economic and geopolitical changes.

#GreenTransition #RenewableEnergy #GreenSky
China: The World’s Most Powerful Electrostate CHINA LEADS IN CLEAN ENERGY INNOVATION AND DEVELOPMENT • China processes about 60% of the world’s lithium and cobalt, • and refines more than 90% of rare earth elements used in electric vehicles, wind turbines and “smart” electricity grids. • Chinese firms produce more than half of the global supply of lithium-ion batteries. • China produces about 80% of the world’s solar panels, and dominates wind turbine supply chains. • Through its Belt and Road Initiative, China has secured access to overseas mines, ports and energy projects.
October 16, 2025 at 9:14 AM
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🛢️ For over a century “petrostates” have accumulated both wealth and influence, enabling them to shape the world order.

🔋 As we shift to #RenewableEnergy, emerging “#electrostates” will wield power and influence by controlling critical minerals & the manufacture of clean energy resources.
#GreenSky
Are we entering a new era? The age of the electrostate TRADITIONALLY GLOBAL GEOPOLITICS HAS REVOLVED AROUND OIL AND GAS — BUT THE WORLD IS CHANGING... WHAT IS AN ELECTROSTATE? A nation that dominates the energy transition by holding a commanding position in supply chains that underpin electrification. These include: » critical minerals (such as lithium, cobalt, nickel, rare earths) » battery production and recycling » semiconductors and digital infrastructure » clean energy technologies (such as solar, wind and electric vehicles).
October 15, 2025 at 9:15 AM
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🔋 #RenewableEnergy is becoming an economic powerhouse.

“Investors are rethinking capital allocation and putting their money where project returns are strongest,” said Meredith Annex, BloombergNEF’s head of clean power.

#ESD #Sustainability #GreenTransition #GreenSky
Renewable Energy Investments hit a Record High in 2025 INVESTMENT HAS RISEN 10% FROM THE SAME PERIOD OF LAST YEAR TO REACH $386 BILLION. • Indonesian investment rose nearly fivefold — including a $96 billion investment opportunity over the next 10 years. • In Turkey, solar investment rose by 12%. • US investment in renewables was down 36%, while EU27 investment is up 63%. • Germany was the largest market for wind investments after China. • India’s clean energy investments reached $11.8 billion. [photo of engineers installing solar panels in India]
October 14, 2025 at 8:14 AM
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🏫 To thrive in the 21st century, students need more than traditional academic learning.

According to @weforum.org, they must be adept at collaboration, communication & problem-solving to succeed in the fast evolving digital economy & face the challenges ahead.
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C21 Skills To thrive in the 21st century, students must be adept at collaboration, communication and problem-solving: FOUNDATIONAL LITERACIES • Literacy • Numeracy • ICT* literacy • Financial literacy • Scientific literacy • Cultural and Civic Literacy CHARACTER QUALITIES • Curiosity • Initiative • Persistence/Grit • Adaptability • Leadership • Cultural and Social awareness COMPETENCIES • Critical Thinking / Problem-Solving • Creativity • Communication • Collaboration *Information and Communication Technology
October 9, 2025 at 11:14 AM
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📑 We recommend this article from Matt Tenney which looks into sustainable business strategies to boost productivity and increase employee retention, while being mindful of conserving and protecting resources.

Read it here: peoplethriver.com/what-is-a-su...
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RECOMMENDED READING: WHAT IS A SUSTAINABLE BUSINESS STRATEGY? BY MATT TENNEY DEFINING AND EXPLORING SUSTAINABLE BUSINESS STRATEGIES AND EXAMINING WHY THEY ARE ESSENTIAL FOR FUTURE SUCCESS. “A sustainable business strategy’s goal is to meet the needs of the organization, its clients, employees, and stakeholders today, while protecting resources and creating policies and practices that are sustainable well into the future.” — Matt Tenney, Author of Inspire Greatness: How to Motivate Employees with a Simple, Repeatable, Scalable Process
October 8, 2025 at 9:15 AM
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💧 A lot of people seem to be unhappy with the EU directive on tethered bottle caps. 🙁

We love it! 😃

It’s a simple fix for a serious problem.
#MarinePollution kills millions of animals every year, and 80% of marine pollution originates from the land.
#ESD #Sustainability #GreenSky #EduSky
Why those bottle caps are a good idea! AN EU DIRECTIVE WAS ENACTED IN JULY 2024, REQUIRING THAT ALL SINGLE-USE BOTTLES HAVE CAPS THAT REMAIN ATTACHED. • In 2023, plastic bottle lids were among the top ten litter items found in rivers and the ocean. • In the UK, 2023 beach surveys listed bottle lids as the third most common type of litter • On the Dutch North Sea coastline, surveys recorded up to 128 bottle caps for each kilometer of beach in 2016. • Bottle caps are also one of the most common items consumed by marine animals. Made with a more buoyant type of plastic, bottle caps also travel further across oceans than the bottles. The tether creates one item of litter, not two, that is easier to pick up and less likely to be eaten.
October 7, 2025 at 8:35 AM
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🏅 The EDuC Label offers accreditation for #HigherEducation programs working to integrate #ESD across their curricula.

In alignment with UNESCO, we’re proposing an interdisciplinary approach, not only looking at the science, but also the social & economic facets of #ClimateJustice & action.

#EduSky
Why Join EDuC? Because Education for Sustainable development empowers the citizens of tomorrow THE KEY CHALLENGES FACING US IN THE COMING DECADES: • Climate Change • Sustainable use of Resources • Loss of Biodiversity • Inequality • Pollution and Waste EDUCATION FOR SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT TEACHES: • Critical Thinking Learners are able to make informed decisions about our collective future. • Engagement Learners are empowered to take action to change our society and care for the planet. • Knowledge & Skills Learners have the skills required for inclusive and sustainable economic development. Inspired by: UNESCO » https://www.unesco.org/en/sustainable-development/education/greening-future
October 2, 2025 at 11:14 AM
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⏰ EDuC Metrics offers a comprehensive view of each program’s #sustainability integration efforts. The service is 100% digital, providing convenience, accessibility and comparability to programs & institutions around the world.

Visit www.joineduc.org/more-initiat... to find out more.
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EDuC Metrics 1-Hour Workshop (graphic showing...) • ONBOARDING AND CUSTOMIZATION: <5 days • 1-HOUR WORKSHOP • REPORT DELIVERY: 2 days • PRIORITY, OBJECTIVE AND ACTION PLANNING: 6 to 12 months • TRACKING AND REPORTING ON ESD INTEGRATION 1-Hour Workshop with Program Directors follows 3 steps: • An intro to ESD and some inspiring international examples • Live answers to our 23 to Change questions with the opportunity to ask questions and discuss with Join EDuC experts • Reactions and Q&A
October 1, 2025 at 11:14 AM
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👋 #HigherEducation! We can support you in gaining an accurate overview of the current integration of #ESD across your institution.

For a free snapshot try 23 TO CHANGE; for a comprehensive analysis join our EDuC Metrics program.
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23 Questions to Drive Change During four years of research and development for the EDuC Label, we derived 23 essential questions to analyze ESD integration. We use them for: 23 TO CHANGE A global campaign to gather data about sustainability integration in all kinds of programs, leading to a market report. As people participate, they receive a score (for free) while contributing to transparency about sustainability integration across programs. EDuC Metrics A paid service for HE institutions to assess the integration of sustainability education across all programs. Participants receive a detailed report highlighting strengths and weaknesses, and allowing for progress tracking. HEI buying EDuC Metrics, record their answers during a 1-hour workshop and receive a detailed report with institution and program-level analysis.
September 30, 2025 at 11:14 AM
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Use EDuC Metrics to comprehensively assess your institution’s #ESD practices during a 1-hour workshop. Our analysis will be summarized in a report that is easy to read and share with your teams and stakeholders.

Visit www.joineduc.org/23-to-change to find out more.
#Sustainability #GreenSky #EduSky
Your Partner to Record, Track, and Report on your University’s ESD Maturity Level For more information and to read all 23 questions — download the full report: Report 1 – July 2025 A Global Campaign for a Better Understanding of Higher Education for Sustainability [QR code in bottom left corner]
September 25, 2025 at 11:14 AM
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Thanks to four years of development for the EDuCLabel, EDuC Metrics offers a comprehensive view of each program’s #sustainability integration efforts.

The service is 100% digital, for convenience, accessibility and comparability.

Find out more: www.joineduc.org/23-to-change
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23 Questions to Drive Change (graphic showing...) • ONBOARDING AND CUSTOMIZATION: <5 days • 1-HOUR WORKSHOP • REPORT DELIVERY: 2 days • PRIORITY, OBJECTIVE AND ACTION PLANNING: Align priorities with institutional strategies and requirements for accreditations, funding, recruitment, rankings, etc. 6 to 12 months • TRACKING AND REPORTING ON ESD INTEGRATION: Target programs eligible for the EDuC Label
September 24, 2025 at 12:20 PM
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Hey educators! 👋 EDuC Metrics can support you in gaining an accurate overview of the current integration of Education for Sustainable Development ( #ESD ) across your #HigherEducation institution.

Visit www.joineduc.org/23-to-change to find out more.

#Sustainability #GreenSky #EduSky
Your Partner to Record, Track, and Report on your University’s ESD Maturity Level Receive institution and program-level results in a single, straightforward report – in just 1 week! • 1-Hour Online Workshop to Collect Data • Extensive Report in 1 Week • Convenience, Accessibility, and Comparability
September 23, 2025 at 9:05 AM
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🥇 #Accreditation is a way of ensuring students, employers, and government officials know that an institution or program provides a quality education.

The EDuC Label helps to accelerate #HigherEducation efforts to integrate coherent, structured #ESD into the student learning experience.

#EduSky
Why Accreditation Matters WHAT BENEFITS DOES ACCREDITATION BRING TO INSTITUTIONS? Students who want to apply for grants and loans often need to attend a college, university, or program that is accredited. Many governments require that a college, university, or program be accredited in order to be eligible for state grants and loans or other funds. Some governments require that a college, university, or program be accredited when they allow students to sit for licensure examinations in some professional fields. Employers often ask if a college, university, or program is accredited before providing tuition assistance to employees, evaluating the credentials of new employees, or making a charitable contribution.
September 18, 2025 at 11:14 AM