EcoPodcasts Erasmus+ Project

16/12/2024

received the ! 🏅
This month, the EcoPodcasts Project, concerning "Students Podcasts on Eco-Conscious and Sustainable Living", had its efforts and results recognized by Erasmus+, by being awarded with the Project Quality Award!

The award ceremony was organized by the Human Resources Development Center (HRDC), the Erasmus+ Bulgarian National Agency (https://hrdc.bg/en/). The event brought together leading experts, representatives of educational institutions and of the scientific community. It was dedicated to the opportunities that the Erasmus+ and European Solidarity Corps programs provide for sustainable development and the integration of green technologies.

The AEG "Geo Milev" School in Burgas, Coordinator of the EcoPodcasts Project, under the Erasmus+ program, received the Award and Certificate of Quality Performance, in partnership with all the project partners, including: the University of Macedonia in Greece, the University of Salento in Italy, the Primary School of Alexandria in Greece, the AE Camilo Castelo Branco School association in Portugal, REACH Innovation in Austria and the IIF Institute in Malta. Check the full report via: https://lnkd.in/dfUHFfdc .

The award for excellent quality of project implementation is a recognition of the contribution of AEG "Geo Milev", and all partners of the EcoPodcasts project, towards education for sustainable development.
This recognition emphasizes the importance of the work done by all partners' intitutions in sustainable development and environmental values ​​in education, among young people.

The award motivates us all to continue developing projects that drive change and inspire the younger generation to think and act sustainably.
The Ecopodcast project is an innovative initiative aimed at promoting a sustainable lifestyle through the creation of educational podcast episodes. They address key topics related to ecology and climate change. By combining digital technologies with environmental education, the project reaches a wide audience and inspires young people to take steps towards a more sustainable future. The podcasts not only inform, but also offer concrete ideas for implementing sustainable practices in everyday life.

The Students' Podcasts created with the EcoPodcasts project on 'Eco-Conscious and Sustainable Living' are just the beginning of the "environmental awareness wave" of the involved educational institutions. All schools that piloted the EcoPodcasts project continue to work towards taking on new initiatives to inspire an ecologically responsible way of life within their communities.

Check the students' podcasts produced in EcoPodcasts and join our Network!
https://go.ecopodcasts.eu/ &
http://www.ecopodcasts.eu/

05/09/2024

Hi there! Here is EcoPodcasts Project's Mascot and Logo ("Friendly Mike") talking to you, on behalf of the whole Team.

What an incredible journey! 💚

After three years of dedicated and rewarding work, with over 110 EcoPodcasts Originals produced in 6 different languages and six Multiplier Events across various countries, the has come to an end. Time truly flies! 🚀

We want to take this moment to thank everyone involved for their outstanding effort and team spirit! 💯
A special thank you to our Project Coordinator, the English Language Secondary School Geo Milev from Bulgaria, for providing a well-structured and organized environment that allowed the project to thrive. 💡
We are also deeply grateful to Dimotiko Sxoleio Alexandrias from Greece and Agrupamento de Escolas Camilo Castelo Branco from Portugal, where students played an active role from day one. 🔊

We extend our thanks to the teams of the University of Macedonia in Greece, for their major role in this project as concept developer; the University of Salento in Italy, for their networking and piloting activities; and the International Integrity Foundation in Malta, for their excellent platform implementstion and deployment. All were invaluable contributions. 💯

And a big thank you to REACH Innovation from Austria, our Communication and Dissemination Partner, for bringing visibility to this project - REACH may be the reason you're reading this today - and for the engaged school in Graz (Lichtenfels Gymnasium) for piloting the project in Austria in such a high standard! ✨

A heartfelt thank you goes out to all the students who participated and created the fantastic podcasts available on the EcoPodcasts Platform: https://go.ecopodcasts.eu/. 🎙

Lastly, we want to thank you for following our journey, supporting us with your likes, shares, and encouragement. We hope we’ve inspired you to take action for the environment and become more mindful of climate change and sustainability. 🌍

Though the project has come to an end, the mission continues: producing podcasts to raise awareness about the climate crisis and environmental protection. The website (http://www.ecopodcasts.eu/cms/) and the platform (https://go.ecopodcasts.eu/) along with all materials and information, will remain online for you to explore, listen to podcasts, upload your own, and share your knowledge with the world. 🌱

Thank you for being part of this journey - hear you soon!
Yours, Friendly Mike 🎙

23/07/2024

We are delighted to present to you the latest edition of our Newsletter, dedicated to our journey into the field of education through the Power of Podcasts.🎙

Over the past 3 years, we have explored the potential of podcasts in education, promoting creativity, collaboration and communication between students and educators. This project has been a remarkable experience and we're excited to share our achievements and expertise with you in this closing Newsletter. 🌍

We hope you enjoy this latest edition and continue to participate in the wonderful world of educational podcasts. Together, we have created a legacy that will inspire future educational projects and innovations. 💚

The EcoPodcasts Team

P.S.: You can find the Newsletter on our homepage or here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/11NHwcrDdcyaa4ehZH6y2dNlPC4eIttcy/view?usp=sharing

29/06/2024

Today we celebrate the International Day of the Tropics! 🎉

This day honors the extraordinary diversity of the tropics and highlights the unique challenges and opportunities faced by tropical nations. It provides an opportunity to take stock of progress across the tropics, to share tropical stories and expertise and to acknowledge the diversity and potential of the region.

Through EcoPodcasts, we aim to raise awareness about the incredible beauty of our planet and the urgent need to protect and cherish it. Let's come together to celebrate and safeguard our tropical treasures. 🌴🎙️🌿

20/06/2024

June is when many people start preparing for Plastic Free July. ☀️ Whether you're getting together a reusable kit or looking for places to buy unpackaged produce or bulk foods, now's the time to get ready to choose to refuse single-use plastic.

Small steps now will add up to make big changes during July! Join 100+ million participants worldwide by being counted and taking the challenge on our website. Participants tell us that the tips and tricks in our weekly emails during July help them to keep motivated during the challenge. ♻️

🔗 https://www.plasticfreejuly.org/take-the-challenge/

12/06/2024

The is currently being piloted by the partner schools and/or their selected collaborating educational institutions. 🎙

Check out the podcasts produced by the students and teachers of Geo Milev in Bulgaria! You'll find interesting topics developed by the students, such as Air Pollution, Sustainability and Recycling and Waste Disposal. 💯

This and other podcasts in english are now available at https://go.ecopodcasts.eu/podcast/ - have a listen and let us know what you think! 💚

Stay tuned as the students' podcasts are currently developed, and join the Network!

https://go.ecopodcasts.eu/ & http://www.ecopodcasts.eu/

07/06/2024

On the 5th of June we celebrated the ! Through our project, we aim to raise the awareness of schoolchildren and young adults about the Environment and Climate Change through a playful and interesting way: Podcasts. You can find these amazing EcoPodcasts Originals on our Platform (https://go.ecopodcasts.eu/) to get inspired! 💚

But let this day also be a reminder of what is happening to our Environment at the moment. The UN Environment Programme put this years focus on land restoration, desertification and drought resilience under the slogan “Our land. Our future. We are .” Drought and desertification are threatening essential ecosystems across the planet, including freshwater ecosystems and soil, the connective tissue that makes all life on Earth possible. 🌍

Let's come together and be the by protecting the environment in every way we can! 💯

02/06/2024

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23/05/2024

Discover the podcasts produced by the students and teachers of the “Giovanni Calò” State Technical and Economic Institute of Franceville Fontana (BR) and the Liceo Scientifico e Linguistico Statale “A. Vallone” of Galatina (LE) in Italy in collaboration with the project partner University of Salento. 🎙

You will find interesting topics developed by students I.T.E. Calo', such as "Pollution of the marine and coastal environment caused by the excessive use of plastic" dedicated to how to commit to using less plastic, a pollutant that dominates our beaches and seas, causing damage to the fish that live there and to us who feed on them. 🌅

The EcoPodcasts Originals form the A. Vallone include topics such as "Visit the Natura 2000 Acquatina Frigole Network Site" dedicated to the issues of conservation, sustainability and value of the natural environments they are visiting and "touching first-hand" at the Acquatina di Frigole Basin (Lecce). 🌿

This and other podcasts in Italian are now available at https://go.ecopodcasts.eu/ listen and let us know what you think! 💚

Stay tuned as student podcasts are currently being developed and join the Network!

https://go.ecopodcasts.eu/ & http://www.ecopodcasts.eu

22/05/2024

Today we celebrate ! Biodiversity is crucial for our and everyone elses survival on this planet. Let's come together to preserve and protect what was given to us. 🌎 💚

21/05/2024

In Portugal, the partner school AECCB takes us on a botanical journey in their latest series of EcoPodcasts Originals: "Green Talks".🎙

You'll hear dialogues between unlikely but fascinating characters - the spontaneous and endemic plants of Parque Devesa, an urban park in Vila nova de Famalicãoin northern Portugal. The students explore the rich biodiversity of this urban oasis through creativity and environmental inspiration.🌍

Stay tuned as the students' podcasts are currently developed, and join the Network! 💚

https://go.ecopodcasts.eu/ & http://www.ecopodcasts.eu/