Tasmania, Australia’s island state, is powered entirely by renewable energy, thanks to its hydroelectric industry. Yet, tensions run deep between its proud green legacy—the birthplace of the world’s first Green political party—and ongoing political challenges as debates over conservation and development persist.
In this episode, we explore how Tasmania is leading the way in climate education through Curious Climate Schools, an initiative that puts young people’s voices at its centre. Founder Chloe Lucas reveals a troubling insight: many young people feel uncomfortable discussing climate change with adults, as they feel they’re not being listened to. Curious Climate Schools bridges this gap by validating their worries, answering their pressing questions on climate action, and empowering them with knowledge.
From connecting students with climate experts to an immersive classroom game called The Heat is On, we delve into how this program is equipping the next generation to face a changing world.
Tune in to discover the power of listening to young voices and fostering action-based climate education.
EYES on Climate is a podcast on how educators can and should teach climate change. We talk with experts in education, climate, and journalism, about how we can empower youth to activate their knowledge and create change through storytelling.
This podcast is co-produced by News Decoder, The Climate Academy and Superfluous. We are working together to develop an accessible, engaging, and thorough climate journalism curriculum for secondary schools all around the world. Our project, Empowering Youth through Environmental Storytelling, or EYES, is co-funded by the European Union.
If you have ideas or thoughts for EYES on Climate reach out to us at amina.mccauley@news-decoder.com
Hosted and produced by Amina McCauley, News Decoder
EYES on Climate Ep.2: Climate Education in Tasmania
