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Our Project’s Next Steps

As the year is coming to an end and, we can look back and be sure that our project has made big strides in its efforts to help VET schools across Europe become more sustainable through a Whole Institution Approach. And as we progress through the GreenVET project, the coming months are packed with important milestones, collaborative sessions, and opportunities to refine and implement our action plans. Here's a clear roadmap for what lies ahead for everyone involved.

First and foremost, it is important to highlight that throughout the next phase, all the VET schools participating in the project will continue to receive support from their county’s dedicated project facilitator, who will guide them in implementing and reporting on the action plans they started mapping out while in training in Espoo, Finland. The two major milestones will be the next two online workshops which will take place in January and March of 2025.

The first follow-up workshop on the 28th of January will mark an important step in evaluating the VET schools’ progress with their vision boards. During this session, teams will share updates on their action plans, highlighting both challenges faced, and successes achieved so far. This will be an opportunity to exchange ideas, learn from peers, and primarily seek support to address any obstacles. In March, the second follow-up workshop will focus on finalising the action plans and presenting the progress that has been made thus far. Then, the VET schools will be invited to share one best practice that has been successfully implemented, offering valuable insights and examples for the group. This is a chance to celebrate achievements and showcase tangible progress as a testimony of the project’s impact.

Meanwhile, as part of the GreenVET initiative, several tools and resources are being developed to support the VET Schools’ efforts:

  1. The GreenVET Framework which provides structured guidance for project implementation is already available in all partner languages through our website.
  2. The GreenVET Database is currently under development and fine tuning, and it will serve as a central hub for information and resources.
  3. The GreenVET Online Path, which will be launched next year, aims to provide ongoing support to every interested VET School in Europe and beyond for long-term sustainability.

Our GreenVET journey has only just begun. The action plans, which began being drafted in November of 2024 in Finland, will serve as a foundation for further implementation in various communities. The continuation of these efforts will be key to achieving long-term success. By working together, we will continue to advance sustainable solutions and make meaningful progress toward our shared goals.

As we look to the future, let us remember that every small step taken today brings us closer to a more sustainable tomorrow. Together, we have the power to create lasting change, inspire others, and build greener, stronger communities.

The GreenVET partners wish you a peaceful and joyful holiday season. May the new year bring renewed energy, fresh ideas, and continued success in all your efforts.

Wishing you a Merry Christmas and an inspiring New Year!