Sustainable development education is learning about and acting on the challenges we face globally and locally. Examples of this include climate change, biodiversity and habitat loss, and the unsustainable use of resources.  This enables learners to consider the impact of actions made now on the future and take appropriate action. 

Sustainable development goals

There are 17 sustainable development goals (un.org)

Resources and teaching materials

Rich resource that supports teachers and learners with climate justice in really practical ways through lesson ideas (WOSDEC). 

The World’s Largest Lesson have an array of resources for bringing the Sustainable Development Goals to life in your classroom. 

Sustainable development goals poster (GAELIC) 

This seasonal Good Food learning Resource by RHET around food production is aimed at secondary school teachers.   

Free education resources by Practical Action engage learners in real world issues including climate change, renewable energy, food security and disaster preparedness.  

e-Sgoil's set of 20, interactive IDL and discovery-based learning prompts, curated resources and tasks for use with learners from Second to Fourth level.