Education for Sustainability

Climate literacy education for meaningful change

We are a national, not-for-profit social enterprise laying the foundation for a more sustainable future for all through climate education and action. 

What We Do

8-Week Climate Literacy Programme

A fully-funded sustainability training programme for teachers and students. 

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Sustainability
Workshops

Kick-start students’ passions and interests in key sustainability topics.

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Subscription Schools Membership

Become a member and gain ongoing access to our updated resources, lesson plans, workshops and more!

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School-wide
Initiatives

Set up a student-led sustainability squad in your school and be on your way to becoming a model school. 

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Educator
Support

Structured pathways to implementing sustainability requirements through expert guidance, practical tools, and a vibrant community for teachers and school management.

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Corporate
Workshops

Align with ESG and CSRD requirements while empowering your teams with practical skills and actionable strategies to drive meaningful behavioural change.

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Our Impact

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About Education for Sustainability

Founded by Susan Adams in 2017, Education for Sustainability is a direct response to Ireland’s escalating climate crisis and the critical gap in action-based climate education.

Education for Sustainability has grown to become a national not-for-profit social enterprise with a team of  facilitators nationwide that has provided climate literacy education almost 1,000 schools in Ireland. We also work closely with community leaders and provide climate literacy training for businesses.

Dedicated to fostering real, behavioural societal change, our impact has been recognised with awards such as the LAMA Social Enterprise of the Year Award, and three awards each from Rethink Ireland and Social Enterprise Ireland

Our Vision

To build solid foundations for a more sustainable future for all through education and action.


Our Mission

To create a brighter future by providing climate literacy knowledge and tools throughout our schools, communities and businesses.

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Our Climate Action Initiatives

In 2018, Newpark Comprehensive School became Ireland’s first single-use plastic-free school.

This was a student-led campaign, inspired by Education For Sustainability’s 8-week Climate Literacy Programme.

The programme offered the students a platform to take action on an environmental topic that was important to them.

Fourteen students worked together to rid their school of single-use plastic by designing a strategic campaign that worked with school stakeholders and that targeted every level of the school community and related businesses.

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Testimonials

Education for sustainability has been an integral part of our school for years. We love the course and how it has evolved over time. Susan and her team have consistently delivered to the highest standard, bringing us current, up-to-date topics and engaging activities. Both staff and students thoroughly enjoy the course, and many students have been inspired to make changes at school, in their local communities, and even on a global scale. In today's world this course is must for every student in Ireland.
Lisa Hamilton
Lisa HamiltonSecondary School Teacher
I’ve observed a noticeable shift in my students' engagement with environmental issues since the programme began. They are now much more aware of the direct impact of their everyday choices on the environment and are eager to learn more about sustainability. Many students have started to ask insightful questions, and there’s a clear increase in discussions about climate action and sustainable living. What stands out most is their growing sense of responsibility—they’re not just learning about environmental issues but also considering how they can make a difference in their own lives and communities. It’s been incredibly rewarding to see this shift in mindset.
Mairead O'Brien
Mairead O'BrienSt Joseph's Secondary School, Tulla
I’m more aware about the inequalities of the world and how little things can create big changes
Student
StudentSt Raphaela's Secondary School
“We are very grateful to have had the opportunity to participate in the programme. The pupils enjoyed completing practical tasks and being able to continue learning at home with the extension activities. We used the learning and applied it to the initiatives we participated in. Thank you for the wonderful opportunity!”
Caitríona Lordan,
Caitríona Lordan, Dunboyne Senior Primary School, Co Meath

Recogition

National Start-up Awards – Regional Shortlist 2022

Rethink Ireland Start-up Award

Young Environmentalist Awards – Senior Biodiversity Category

People & Planet First Verified

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