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Original language
English
Original title of the resource
Green Schoolyards America
English translation of the title
Organization
San Francisco Green Schoolyard Alliance (USA)
Year of the publication
Keyword
SDG 3: Good health and well-being
Keyword
SDG 11: Sustainable cities and communities
Keyword
SDG 13: Climate action
Format
Website / Online Platform
Vocational/professional sector
 
Sector
Various sectors
What is the resource about?
The Green Schoolyards America website presents an initiative focused on transforming school grounds into nature-rich, green learning and play spaces. It showcases how replacing asphalt with plants, gardens, and natural elements supports students’ health, learning outcomes, community engagement, and climate resilience.
What is the resource about? (in English)
Why is the resource useful for VET actors?
This resource is useful for VET actors because it offers practical examples of how green infrastructure and nature-based solutions can be integrated into educational environments. It is especially relevant for vocational training in fields such as landscaping, construction, environmental management, and sustainability, as it connects real-world skills with climate adaptation, community well-being, and hands-on learning approaches.
Why is the resource useful for VET actors? (in English)
Link
https://www.greenschoolyards.org/