Leave Zero Waste for The Future

With the project partners, we reflected on the fact that we waste too much in Europe and most of the waste we produce is still buried or burned. Only 40 percent is recycled. The need to implement...

We tried to set binding targets for waste prevention and recycling to contribute to the ecological transition. In general we wanted to achieve: -The establishment in all schools of recycling and temporary storage areas by students and teachers -The source decomposition process turned into a habit by students, teachers and parents starting from their homes. - Development of collaboration among students, teachers and parents in waste management practices -Reduction of waste generated in all schools -Reduction of carbon footprint by minimizing energy consumption in schools; -Experimentation of recycling practices by students through workshop activities - Understanding and acquisition of new concepts such as 'Recycling Greenhouse,' 'Compost,' 'Up-cycling,' and 'biogas' in Zero Waste applications; knowledge of the ISO 14001 environmental management system and the Green School label; - integration of Zero Waste and Recycling into the school curriculum; acquisition of a new perspective on nature education, permaculture and artistic designs; first-hand knowledge of the educational systems of different countries, recognizing different cultures and acquiring language skills in Europe; production and dissemination of good green practices.