Green Future, Mbarara
The project combines environmental education with concrete climate action in everyday school life. Through locally produced, energy-efficient eco-stoves and hands-on environmental learning, schools become places of change – conserving resources, protecting health, and empowering young people to shape their futures sustainably.
The project
In many communities around Mbarara, the effects of deforestation, air pollution, and inadequate waste management are felt every day. Schools consume large amounts of firewood for meal preparation – at high environmental and health costs. At the same time, there is often a lack of structured environmental education and concrete career pathways in the field of sustainable development.
The project therefore connects education with practical solutions. In eco-clubs and classrooms, students implement their own environmental projects – from tree nurseries and beekeeping to urban gardening. They experience that their actions make a difference and carry this knowledge into their families and communities.
Energy-efficient eco-stoves significantly reduce firewood consumption and improve air quality in schools. In addition, training in waste separation, sustainable agriculture, and agroforestry promotes responsible resource management.
Coaching, career training, and internships open up new opportunities for young people within the growing green economy. In close cooperation with local partners, the project creates a holistic approach that links environmental responsibility, education, and income opportunities – strengthening resilient schools and contributing to a sustainable future.
