Modules
- Embody sustainability values
- Embrace complexity in sustainability
- Envision sustainable futures
- Act for sustainability
Why is GreenComp important?
Integrating sustainability into education systems is essential to develop key skills for responsible action, protect the planet, and support the transition to a green economy.
How are educators and learners supported?
GreenComp provides a shared framework to help educators design sustainability-focused learning programs and guides learners in acquiring knowledge, skills, and attitudes to address environmental and societal challenges.
Who is the framework for?
It targets individuals of all ages and education levels, applicable in formal (schools, universities), non-formal (training courses), and informal learning contexts.
What skills can be developed?
Twelve key competencies are identified across four areas: sustainability values, critical thinking, envisioning sustainable futures, and action for change.
Is GreenComp applicable across Europe?
Yes, it is a flexible tool adaptable to any national context, serving as a non-binding reference to revise curricula, train educators, and promote sustainability learning initiatives.
About GreenComp
Integrating sustainability into education and training systems is crucial to tackling global environmental challenges and acquiring the skills needed to protect the planet, fostering a fairer and greener society.
This is the context in which GreenComp, the European sustainability competence framework, was developed, as announced under the European Green Deal.
To support educators and learners in integrating sustainability at every educational level and context, 12 competencies have been defined, organized into 4 interconnected areas:
embody sustainability values, embrace complexity in sustainability, envision sustainable futures, and act for sustainability.
Objectives
GreenComp aims to:
- Guide curriculum revisions.
- Support teacher training course design.
- Facilitate competence certification and monitoring.
- Promote sustainability-focused education policies.
EU Member States are encouraged to use GreenComp as a reference framework to develop educational programs addressing the challenges of climate change and biodiversity loss.
Advantages
- Shared standard: A common base for educators and learners across Europe.
- Adaptability: Applicable in formal, non-formal, and informal contexts.
- Flexibility: Non-binding and customizable.
Exam Mode
The evaluation and certification exam, in compliance with the TSA_PRO scheme requirements according to the UNI/Pdr 109.2:2021 reference standards, will be conducted on the Intertek portal. It consists of a repeatable online test with 30 multiple-choice questions to be completed in 60 minutes (the passing threshold is 70%).
Upon passing the exam, you will be registered in the Accredia national registry and included in the future National and European repertoires, with the certificate issued and sent in PDF format along with an Open Badge. The certification is valid for 3 years and can be renewed thereafter.
Looking Ahead
GreenComp represents a crucial step toward fostering a culture of sustainability through education and training.
Using this framework, educators can design innovative learning pathways, while learners can develop essential skills to tackle present and future environmental challenges.
Harness GreenComp to transform education into a driver of change and contribute to a greener future for all.
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