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Why the project matters

On the one hand, the Mediterranean region faces environmental degradation and resource depletion. On the other hand, there is a gap in specialized training in sustainable practices and increase environmental awareness among young people in the region. Therefore, the project aims to integrate nature-based solutions and green technologies into traditional curricula to transform the educational landscape, fostering a generation of youth who are well-equipped to tackle and mitigate ecological issues across borders.

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What it aims to achieve

• To embed sustainability into the core of Mediterranean higher education through the creation of Interactive Green Labs, Green Skills Bootcamps, and Nature-Based Solutions (NBS) curricula.
• To empower educators with cutting-edge tools and to enhance student engagement through AI and smart technologies tailored for environmental innovation.

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Expected change

• Over 5,000 students trained in green skills and sustainability.
• 400 educators equipped to teach environmental topics with modern digital tools.
• Green Labs operational across 4 countries offering practical learning experiences.
• Increased employability and innovation among Mediterranean youth.
• Strengthened institutional capacity to deliver sustainable education.

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What the project delivers

• Interactive Green Labs established across Greece, Turkey, Lebanon, and Cyprus.
• Nature-Based Solutions Curriculum integrated in social innovation programs.
• Green Skills Bootcamps combining theory and real-world practice organized.
• Use of existing EU-funded digital platforms to deliver sustainability education content enhanced by AI tools.
• Policy recommendations to institutionalize sustainable learning.
• Outreach and communication campaigns targeting students, educators, and regional stakeholders to promote sustainability awareness and engagement.

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Who benefits

• 5,000 university students from Greece, Cyprus, Türkiye and Lebanon gaining practical environmental and digital skills.400 educators and academic staff from participating universities benefiting from training in green education.
• 10,000 members of local communities, including industry stakeholders and NGO representatives, exposed to student driven innovations.