Project Overview: GOODPLANET, So That Sustainability Becomes Your Second Nature
GOODPLANET believes that one day, taking care of life will be as natural for everyone as breathing… This vision has driven the project for over 25 years, inspiring countless generations to embrace sustainability with ease and passion. At its core, GOODPLANET makes that first step toward sustainability accessible to everyone. The initiative offers a rich variety of educational and engaging projects designed to transform everyday actions into opportunities for a greener future. The emphasis is on cultivating habits where sustainability becomes second nature, open to students, communities, and all stakeholders. Its warm, inviting approach instills responsibility while nurturing a genuine connection with nature and society.
Main Benefits & Key Features
- Automatically making sustainability as natural as breathing
- Over 25 years of commitment to an environmentally responsible vision
- Hands-on learning that inspires and empowers all generations
- Interactive projects and workshops that make sustainability accessible and engaging
- An array of programs from educational agricultural projects to international collaborations on water policy
Cultivating Tomorrow
Imagine a scenario where students get to play a central role in the agricultural renewal for tomorrow… “Cultivating Tomorrow” is just such a project. It invites students to step into a world of sustainable agricultural practices where they meet dedicated farmers and explore future-oriented careers. This project is about more than learning – it is a front-row seat to the renewal of local agricultural traditions with a modern, sustainable twist. Every lesson and interaction is designed to ignite curiosity, encourage dialogue, and empower the next generation of agricultural innovators.
Natura 2000 in Motion
Natura 2000 in Motion brings students even closer to nature, making biodiversity and environmental conservation both fun and informative. Designed for secondary school students, this project organizes free workshops that highlight the importance of protecting natural habitats. Through dynamic demonstrations and engaging activities, participants learn about the critical roles these ecosystems play in our lives. The workshops create a vibrant setting where nature conservation is not just an abstract concept but a tangible and exhilarating experience. This project gently reminds everyone that nature’s wonders are meant to be explored and preserved.
Hunt for Raw Materials
In a world increasingly aware of the need for sustainable practices, “Hunt for Raw Materials” explores new possibilities for the cycle of electrical devices and mobile phones. This animation-based initiative challenges participants to think critically about raw materials, mining, and the circular economy. Centrally focused on secondary schools, it encourages discussions on transforming wasteful cycles into models of efficiency and reuse. The tone is conversational and engaging, inviting students to question and reimagine how everyday items might follow a more sustainable trajectory. There’s a sense of discovery here… a quest to find smarter, greener ways to innovate.
Project Impact
- SDG 4: Quality Education – Inspiring learning through practical and engaging activities
- SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production – Encouraging the circular economy and sustainable resource use
- SDG 13: Climate Action – Promoting low-carbon practices and responsible energy use
- SDG 15: Life on Land – Fostering a deeper connection with nature and sustainable farming
Additional Initiatives
Beyond these cornerstone projects, GOODPLANET offers a plethora of additional initiatives that complement its sustainable mission. The GoodPlanet Challenges motivate communities to take simple yet impactful actions six times a year. The themes, which include active mobility, local and seasonal food, zero waste practices, energy conservation, water management, and reconnecting with nature, encourage a hands-on approach to lifestyle change. Furthermore, the Young People’s Parliament of the Escaut serves as a vibrant forum where young individuals from Belgium, France, and the Netherlands come together. Around the captivating theme of water, these young minds debate and reflect on international water policy, setting the stage for informed future decision-making. And then there is the Climate Coach – an innovative tool that invites students to don’t just dream of a low-carbon society by 2050, but to embrace interactive methods with the help of My 2050. Each of these additional projects reinforces the core message: sustainability is not a distant goal but a way of life that can and should be embraced by everyone.
