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SUMMARY:From Eco-Anxiety to Eco Action & Empowerment Competition
DESCRIPTION:The Trust for Sustainable Living is excited to launch its next competition inviting students to share their original\, creative and expressive responses to the theme\, From Eco-Anxiety to Eco Action & Empowerment. \nTSL wants to help young people develop a sense of agency\, empowerment and hope for solutions and action by creating a safe and supportive space and outlet for expression for students and teachers to explore moving from feelings of eco-anxiety\, to eco action & empowerment. \nWe are open to accepting any form of student response\, you can choose to create a piece of artwork\, music\, video\, poem\, essay\, letter\, story\, etc.  There are no restrictions on the type of work submitted\, we want students to be as open and creative as possible in interpreting the theme\, however it must meet the submission criteria detailed in the brief. \nThe winners of this competition can win from $1000 to $10 000 \nFor more information\, visit https://trustforsustainableliving.org/take-part/international-schools-essay-competition-and-debate \nAny other relevant information pertaining to the event (e.g. only 5 teachers per school\, items to bring along\, etc.) \nFinal Deadline for all entries – 3 March 2025 \n 
URL:https://old-ssphub.natureconnect.earth/event/from-eco-anxiety-to-eco-action-empowerment-competition/
CATEGORIES:Education
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SUMMARY:MoveUp Solar Challenge
DESCRIPTION:MoveUp by Nedbank\, is excited to present the Solar Schools Challenge\, a dynamic programme designed to empower high school learners and spark their passion for renewable energy. This hands-on initiative begins with an energy assessment where learners analyse their school’s energy usage and receive actionable insights to reduce consumption. \nLearners will dive deeper into the world of solar energy through guided courses\, gaining essential knowledge on solar power\, energy measurement\, optimisation techniques\, and how to promote cleaner energy practices in their communities. The challenge ends with the top 50 entries receiving support from the MoveUp team to develop a winning solar proposal\, giving them a chance to win incredible prizes\, including: \n● R1\,000 cash rewards \n● Solar systems worth R250\,000 \n● R25\,000 study bursaries \nBy taking part in the Solar Schools Challenge\, learners not only gain vital STEM skills but also develop leadership abilities that position them as champions of sustainability. They’ll have a direct impact on creating a greener\, more energy-efficient future for their schools and communities\, while cultivating a deep sense of responsibility toward the environment. \nJoin us in this exciting journey to make a lasting difference in the world of renewable energy! \nPlease note: \nLearners must sign up on MoveUp and gain access to MoveUp Premium in order to participate in the Solar Schools Challenge. \nLearn more and get involved today!
URL:https://old-ssphub.natureconnect.earth/event/moveup-solar-challenge/
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SUMMARY:Western Cape & National Rewards Ceremony 2025
DESCRIPTION:You’re invited! \nIt is our pleasure to invite you to our upcoming combined Western Cape Regional and National Rewards Ceremony! 🎉🏆 \nJoin us in reflecting on and celebrating our collective progress made in 2024. It promises to be an exciting evening filled with sharing\, connection and inspiration!  \nThe event will take place on Friday the 14th of March 2025 at Workshop 17\, V&A Waterfront\, Cape Town. Please arrive at 17:30 for a 18:00 start.  \nWe’d like to extend this invitation to a maximum of 2 teachers from each school.  \nPlease RSVP below by 5 March 2025\, so we can make the necessary arrangements for your attendance. \nWe can’t wait to see you there! ✨
URL:https://old-ssphub.natureconnect.earth/event/western-cape-national-rewards-ceremony-2025/
LOCATION:Workshop17 – Watershed\, Workshop17\, Watershed\, 17 Dock Rd\, Victoria & Alfred Waterfront\, Cape Town\, Western Cape\, 8002\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:Awards Ceremony,Western Cape
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20250325T173000
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SUMMARY:Pinelands High School Academic Lecture Series
DESCRIPTION:Pinelands High School invites you to the first lecture of the 2025 Pinelands High School Academic Lecture Series. \nThe lecture will be given by Professor Annie Chimphango\, Full Professor of Chemical Engineering at Stellenbosch University. She will be speaking about her research on converting agricultural waste into high-value bioproducts\, such as functional foods\, advanced biomaterials\, and biofuels. She will be presenting a lecture titled Chemical Engineering for Advancing Sustainable Development. \nThe lecture will take place on Tuesday 25th March from 5:30-6:30pm at Pinelands High School. \nClick here to register this event. \nYou can view the poster to the event below: \nProf-Chimphango-Poster
URL:https://old-ssphub.natureconnect.earth/event/pinelands-high-school-academic-lecture-series/
LOCATION:The Reeler Centre\, Pinelands High School\, Forest Dr Service Rd\, Pinelands\, Cape Town\, Western Cape\, 7405\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:Education,Event,Western Cape
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SUMMARY:National Teachers Onboarding Workshop
DESCRIPTION:We will be hosting our first (of two) National Onboarding Workshops. This virtual workshop is intended to help registered schools and teachers learn how to use the Sustainable School Hub as well as answer some of the most frequently asked questions.  \nThe workshop will include:  \n\nConnecting you with your School Coordinator \n\n\nLearning about your dashboard \n\n\nHow to find and use resources \n\n\nLearning how to access and submit your School Environmental Management Plan (SEMP) \n\n\nShowing you where to find partners and other schools \n\n\nPosting on your timeline \n\n…. And more!  \nWho is this for?  \n All Registered and paid\, Sustainable Schools  \nPlease invite as many teachers from your school as you would like. This session is available to all of our registered schools\, nationally.   \nTime: 15:30-16:30  \nDate: 26 March 2025 
URL:https://old-ssphub.natureconnect.earth/event/national-teachers-onboarding-workshop-2/
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