The 6th International Conference on Sustainability Education (ICSE), organized by the Mobius Foundation in collaboration with key global organizations, concluded in New Delhi, sending a strong message on the urgency of incorporating sustainability into educational frameworks. The two-day event, which centered around the theme "Greening Education for a Sustainable Future,
"brought together over 500 educators, policymakers, environmentalists, and thought leaders from more than 20 countries.
The conference underscored the need for an education system that actively promotes eco-conscious living and sustainable lifestyles. Discussions highlighted the critical role of the National Education Policy 2020 and the National Curriculum Framework 2023 in furthering sustainable education efforts.
The recognition of these policies as instrumental in embedding environmental consciousness into curriculums was one of the event's key takeaways.
This year's ICSE focused on the emerging importance of "green education" and "green jobs" as essential components in driving future sustainability initiatives in India and beyond.
By advocating for the integration of these elements into educational systems.
The conference aimed to foster a collective movement towards a more sustainable world.