UPSPACE – REVEAL

Networking for Sustainable Education: BNE Teachers Meet at RUZ Reinhausen

March 27, 2026

On March 17, 2026, the Regional Environmental Education Centre Reinhausen (RUZ) hosted a networking meeting for teachers involved in Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) from the Southern Lower Saxony education region, including the districts of Göttingen and Northeim. The event provided a valuable platform for exchange and new ideas. The meeting highlighted the importance of collaboration within ESD. Schools benefit from both internal exchange and cooperation with external partners. Institutions like RUZ Reinhausen play a key role by offering hands-on…

UpSpace Project Launches Pilot Phase: Testing Sustainability Modules in Schools

March 17, 2026

sarawiemann

UPSPACE

The European Erasmus+ project “UpSpace” has now entered its pilot phase, with newly developed learning modules being tested in real classroom settings together with students. The aim is to trial and further develop innovative approaches to Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) in everyday school practice. The first module focuses on climate change and the carbon footprint, with a particular emphasis on how our diet impacts the climate. Students explore the environmental effects of different foods and reflect on their own…

Discover the first UPSPACE newsletter

November 7, 2025

Sabine Wiemann

UPSPACE

The first UPSPACE newsletter is now available, offering a snapshot of how the project is helping schools and communities across Europe explore sustainability, upcycling, and the regeneration of public spaces through education. It highlights the ideas, people, and early activities behind UPSPACE, showing how sustainability-focused learning can empower teachers, students, and local communities alike. Upcoming editions will continue to share project progress, practical resources, and what’s ahead—so keep following us as the UPSPACE journey unfolds. 🌱 👉 Read the newsletter…

Looking Ahead: Teacher Training in Thessaloniki

September 2, 2025

sebastian

UPSPACE

The next big step for UPSPACE will take place in October 2025 in Thessaloniki: our teacher training event.Here, teachers from partner countries will pilot the newly developed curriculum, test online and classroom activities, and provide feedback.This is a crucial step to ensure that the materials are not only well-designed, but also practical, inspiring, and relevant for everyday teaching.💬 We look forward to learning from their experiences and refining the curriculum together.

Insight into environmental education at WPZ-RUZ Reinhausen

September 2, 2025

sebastian

UPSPACE

At the WPZ-RUZ Reinhausen Environmental Education Centre, interested adults recently had the opportunity to take part in a training course within the framework of educational leave. The programme offered participants the chance to explore different modules on environmental education and to actively engage with sustainability topics. One example was the Weltacker puzzle (pictured), which opened discussions on land use, fair food distribution worldwide, and the high daily meat consumption in Germany. Such interactive formats not only make complex environmental issues…

Release of the Cross-Country Study

July 7, 2025

sebastian

UPSPACE

We are happy to announce the publication of the UPSPACE Cross-Country Study on EU Sustainable Development Policies! 🎉This report brings together insights from partner countries, comparing how sustainability is integrated into education across Europe.It highlights common challenges, successful strategies, and recommendations for making environmental education more effective.👉 The full report will be available on our project website and will serve as a key reference for the UPSPACE curriculum.

Why Schools Matter in the Green Transition

May 3, 2025

sebastian

UPSPACE

Schools are more than places of learning – they are spaces where values and habits for life are formed.If we want a greener Europe, schools must play a central role in fostering environmental awareness, responsibility, and action.UPSPACE believes that by equipping teachers and students with the right skills and experiences, schools can become laboratories for sustainability, where ideas for greener communities are born.

A Shared Process, A Common Tool

April 4, 2025

sebastian

UPSPACE

Developing a European curriculum is not easy – every country has its own school system and policies. But this diversity is also a strength. The UPSPACE team is working together to clarify processes, align approaches, and create a common understanding so that the final curriculum will be both flexible and practical. By combining different perspectives, we are confident we can deliver a tool that is useful for teachers across Europe.

Developing the UPSPACE Curriculum

March 15, 2025

sebastian

UPSPACE

Guided by our research and the best practices identified, we have now started developing the UPSPACE curriculum for teachers and students.The curriculum will include modules on sustainable development, efficient use of resources, upcycling, and urban regeneration. It is designed to be interactive, combining classroom learning with practical activities and digital tools. 🎯 Our goal: to give teachers concrete methods and students hands-on experiences that make sustainability part of everyday school life.

Learning from Best Practices

February 19, 2025

sebastian

UPSPACE

This month, we are diving deeper into best practices from across Europe. From national campaigns on recycling to local school initiatives on biodiversity, there are many inspiring examples of how sustainability education is already being put into practice.By analyzing these initiatives, we can see what works, what challenges remain, and how to bring successful ideas into UPSPACE. 💡 These stories remind us that change is possible – and that schools can be powerful drivers of community transformation.