On June 13th, HETEL and Salesianos Urnieta organized the final event of the Growing Green project in the Basque Country, funded by the European Commission under the Erasmus+ program. The online presentation, which took place from 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM, was attended by 87 people, mainly teachers from other training centers and stakeholders from local organizations.
A Participative and Diverse Multiplier Event
The hour-and-a-half long presentation was characterized by its participatory and inclusive approach. We had the involvement of:
- Staff from HETEL and Salesianos Urnieta who have actively participated in the project.
- Teachers who have implemented and used the materials developed in Growing Green.
- Students who took part in the project’s pilot activities, who shared their first-hand impressions and experiences.
Final Results Presented
During the event, we showcased the main achievements and products developed in Growing Green:
- Compendium of Prototypes: We presented the final collection of green business projects created by students, serving as a showcase of innovative and sustainable ideas.
- Educational Manual: We explained in detail the manual designed to integrate circular economy principles into existing curricula.
- Educational Game: We conducted a demonstration of the game created to facilitate practical learning of sustainability and circular economy concepts.
- Growing Green Competence Framework: We presented the final set of competencies for green entrepreneurship, aligned with the European Qualifications Framework (EQF).
Impact and Attendees’ Reaction
The reception of the event was extremely positive. Attendees showed great interest in the project’s results and its potential to transform vocational training. They particularly highlighted:
- The practical applicability of the developed materials.
- The innovative approach to integrating sustainability into education.
- The added value of including direct experiences from teachers and students who have participated in the project.
Several participants expressed their desire to implement aspects of Growing Green in their own centers, demonstrating the project’s potential for scalability.
Conclusion and Next Steps
The success of this final event marks an important milestone in the conclusion of the Growing Green project. It has demonstrated the positive impact that the project has had on the educational community in the Basque Country and beyond.
As we approach the official end of the project, we are committed to continuing to disseminate these results and to support other training centers in implementing sustainable and innovative educational practices.
If you’re interested in learning more about Growing Green or how your center can benefit from this initiative, don’t hesitate to contact our team. Together, we can continue training the professionals of the future with a solid foundation in sustainability and environmental responsibility.
