Our Vision in Action: The Year 10 student pilot program at Woodridge SHS powerfully embodies Climate Action Schools' vision of "Redesigning Success: People and planet, thriving together," by empowering students to connect global challenges with local action.
Woodridge SHS Vision/Values: Learners Today, Leaders Tomorrow. Empowered, Resilient and World Changing
Read MoreOur Vision in Action: Shailer Park SHS exemplifies Climate Action Schools' vision of "Redesigning Success: People and planet, thriving together," by fostering teamwork and innovation for a sustainable future. Principal Megan Herbert calls us a ‘critical support partner”.
Shailer Park SHS Vision/Values: Excellence in Learning and Life, Purpose – Inspiring lifelong learners to succeed in a world of opportunities.
Read MoreOur Vision in Action: Woodridge State High School truly embodies Climate Action Schools' vision of "Redesigning Success: People and planet, thriving together," by transforming waste into opportunity and empowering its students.
Woodridge SHS Vision/Values: Learners Today, Leaders Tomorrow. Empowered, Resilient and World Changing
Read MoreOur Vision in Action: This story embodies Climate Action Schools' vision of "Redesigning Success: People and planet, thriving together," showcasing how functional sustainability can drive profound change.
The Opportunity: In 2024, Climate Action Schools launched its Logan Regional Pilot Program to address critical challenges in school waste management. The goal was clear: transform schools into hubs of functional sustainability, reduce landfill waste, and create tangible pathways to industry.
Read MoreBeyond the Hype: Practical Sustainability for a Thriving Future
At Climate Action Schools, we often hear the questions: "Does it really make a difference?" or "Aren't you just brainwashing kids?" Our answer is clear: We teach functional sustainability, not ideology. We're not climate change activists; we're empowering schools and students with practical tools that create tangible, measurable impact, right here, right now.
Our program focuses on functional sustainability – applying industry-proven methodologies like LEAN to everyday school operations. This means students learn Take 5 personal safety, 5S organization, 8 Wastes identification, 5 Whys analysis, and Fishbone problem-solving. These aren't abstract concepts; they are essential skills used by major industries worldwide, from manufacturing to resource recovery.
And the difference? It's undeniable. Our partner schools are diverting up to 75% of resources from landfill, achieving 65% reductions in waste costs, and generating income through the circular economy. This isn't just good for the planet; it's smart economics and builds stronger communities.
Read MorePilot testing Year 10 program at Woodridge SHS
Woodridge SHS Year 9/10 Pilot: Young Leaders Drive Real Change!
At Climate Action Schools, we believe in Redesigning Success: People and planet, thriving together. This vision truly came alive during our recent pilot program with Year 9 and 10 students at Woodridge State High School.
These incredible young leaders embarked on a journey that transformed their understanding of sustainability from theory to tangible action.
Read MoreWe’re proud to share that Climate Action Schools has been awarded Highly Commended for Environmental Innovation of the Year at the 2025 WRIQ Industry Awards.
This recognition is more than a plaque on the wall — it’s a celebration of what can happen when schools, students, and communities come together to imagine a better way forward. At the heart of our Logan Pilot Program were young people learning to think differently, act boldly, and take responsibility for the world they are shaping.
The results speak for themselves:
Read MoreIndustry 6.0 envisions a highly intelligent, fully circular, human-augmented, and ethically driven manufacturing ecosystem, deeply integrated with society and the environment. Climate Action Schools (CAS) is not just aligned with this future; it's actively cultivating the very foundations and human capabilities required to build it.
Here's why CAS is a perfect fit for Industry 6.0:
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