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SLL-GREEN+

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SLL-GREEN+ is a model project aimed at strengthening vocational and technical education—specifically technical secondary schools and stage II sectoral vocational schools—through the implementation and testing of a scalable School Living Lab model. The project responds to the challenges of the green and digital transition.
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The energy and climate transition is accelerating, while at the same time Poland is facing a growing workforce and skills gap—particularly in professions related to renewable energy, digitalisation, and environmental technologies. By 2030, there could be a shortage of up to 1 million qualified workersincluding around 200,000 in the renewable energy sector..

SLL-GREEN+ addresses these challenges by strengthening vocational schools as places where students learn not only a profession , but also how to design and implement innovative solutions for the green economy.

Vocational schools as centres of innovation

As part of the project, by 2030 the School Living Lab model will be implemented in 16 technical secondary schools and stage II sectoral vocational schools, in cooperation with local governments and businesses. A total of 14 new and 2 modernized model labs will be created - interdisciplinary spaces combining technical competencies (including IT, renewable energy, and automation) with environmental themes such as water, energy, space, and biodiversity.

Living Labs operate based on the Code for Green® method and the innovation design process (design thinking). Working in teams, students identify local challenges, develop concepts, prototype solutions, and test them in collaboration with their surroundings—local governments, public institutions, and local businesses. As a result, schools become innovation hubs for the local economy and places where vocational education responds to real market needs.

Every year 320 students from technical secondary schools and stage II sectoral vocational schools will participate in regular Living Lab sessions, working on real environmental and technological challenges. The most promising teams will present their ideas at nationwide hackathons,and selected projects will receive microgrants and incubation support, enabling pilot implementation and further development of their solutions.

At the same time, the project strengthens vocational education staff. A total of 32 teachers and 16 school principals will be trained in the Code for Green® method and will then continue to develop their competencies through hands-on work with students. A nationwide mentoring system, implemented in cooperation with the Adam Mickiewicz University in Poznań, Politechniką Poznańską, zapewni wsparcie eksperckie i stałe powiązanie edukacji z aktualnymi wyzwaniami technologicznymi i rynkowymi.

SLL-GREEN+ is not only an educational project, but also a tool for driving systemic change.. Kluczową rolę w jego upowszechnianiu odgrywają Ministerstwo Klimatu i Środowiska oraz Ministerstwo Edukacji Narodowej, które współtworzą ramy finansowania dla modelowych pracowni i umożliwia ich replikację – skalowanie w kolejnych szkołach zawodowych w Polsce. Celem jest stworzenie trwałego „zaplecza finansowego” dla infrastruktury i innowacji edukacyjnych w obszarach energii, klimatu i środowiska.

Dzięki współpracy z biznesem model odpowiada na realne potrzeby lokalnych i regionalnych rynków pracy, a szkoły zawodowe zyskują nową rolę: hubs for developing skills and solutions for a green, resource-efficient economy.SLL-GREEN+ aligns with the strategy of the Code for Green Foundation, which focuses on creating educational models designed for large-scaleimplementation rather than one-off projects.

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Małgorzata Snarska-Nieznańska 

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See what children have achieved through our projects – students have created around 100 different prototypes, some of which have been implemented. Read also about our other achievements.

FLOODA app for monitoring plants
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FLOODA app for monitoring plants
An innovative Android tool for monitoring the moisture of indoor plants. It uses moisture sensors that send data about the soil's condition directly to the user's smartphone. It allows for precise adjustment of watering amounts, supporting the health and condition of the plants. The user-friendly interface makes plant care easy and efficient.
Solar Bench of Good Energy
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Solar Bench
This is the first Code for Green project at the SSP in Kaczanów – it is located outside the school and provides 24/7 access to USB charging ports powered by solar energy (solar panel). The students designed, raised funds, and built the bench, demonstrating to the local community the benefits of renewable energy sources and promoting conscious use of energy resources.
Air Quality Measurement Station
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Air Quality Measurement Station
The air quality measurement station designed by students from ZSP in Września monitors the concentration of suspended particulate matter around the school and preschool. Designed and 3D-printed, it is equipped with a clear display that allows the community to track air quality in real-time.
Prototype of a fence powering the garden
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Retention Fence Prototype
The prototype of a water-retaining fence, designed for a school garden, was created by students from the Municipal Primary School in Kaczanów. Its function is to collect rainwater without taking up additional space. Fences covered with vegetation can directly irrigate plants, while the soil moisture monitoring system regulates the irrigation process, preventing excessive water usage.
The interactive beehive
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The interactive beehive
The interactive beehive is an educational tool for schools, using panels to showcase the importance of pollinators for biodiversity. Equipped with a location-based app, it was developed at High School No. 8 in Poznań using IT and graphic tools, in collaboration with a student with Down syndrome from the King David Christian School.
Climate Education Handbook
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Climate Education Handbook
The handbook is a practical tool that supports teachers in integrating climate education into schools. Through the method of experiential learning, it develops a sense of agency in children and young people, motivating them to take action for the environment. It teaches planning, evaluation, and responsible decision-making, while fostering empathy, creativity, critical thinking, collaboration, communication, and leadership. It inspires students to take independent action in shaping a positive future.
Biodiversity Monitoring App
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Biodiversity Monitoring App
LichenGO is an app developed by ZS in Polkowice that allows users to monitor air pollution using lichens. Users report the presence of lichens, helping to assess the environmental condition in their area. The app enables data collection and analysis using advanced tools, such as thermal cameras. LichenGO promotes learning through hands-on field experiences, fostering empathy and responsibility toward the environment. With an open map, every user can contribute to building the database.
Smart Home
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Smart Home Prototype
Prototyp domu heksagonalnego nagrodzony przez SAP to inteligentny budynek, odpowiednio oszklony, który obraca się w kierunku słońca. Wykorzystuje technologię OZE do efektywnego odzyskiwania energii. Projekt nadal rozwijany przez uczniów Zespołu Szkół Technicznych we Wrześni obejmuje także system przesyłania sygnałów za pomocą wiązek laserowych i podczerwieni.
E-learning Platform
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E-learning Platform
We are building an e-learning platform https://cfg.e-learning.pl, which offers: access to training that enables comprehensive development in the areas of environmental protection and sustainable development, a wealth of educational resources in the form of interactive modules, the opportunity to exchange experiences through chats and discussion forums, participation in practical online workshops, tracking the latest information, and supporting the development of climate and environmental educators.
Summer camps in Suwałki region
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Summer Camps for Children
We have completed three editions of the summer camps at Lake Szelment, during which a total of 140 children participated in sports and environmental activities. The Foundation's project brought together participants from Poland and Ukraine, fostering their collaboration skills. The children explored the life of the lake using the mobile laboratory "MobiLab," learning about biodiversity. The summer camps provided an opportunity for learning, building bonds, and promoting intercultural integration, which was a key element of this year's edition.
Port Suwałki and Port Polkowice
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Port Suwałki and Port Polkowice
„Port Suwałki” and „Port Polkowice” were mobile educational workshops for children from Ukraine who were still enrolled in the Ukrainian education system. Created by the Code for Green Foundation, they provided a safe space for learning, peer integration, and educational support. As part of the "Support for Refugee Children from Ukraine in Poland" project, summer camps, training, and integration activities were conducted, reaching over 600 participants. Both "Ports" operated for 8 hours a day, offering support to children aged 7-18.
MobiLab
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MobiLab
MobiLab is a mobile workshop laboratory that combines new technologies with field activities and data analysis under the guidance of experts. As part of the Code For Green® program, MobiLab enables students and teachers to implement the curriculum in the areas of air quality, biodiversity, and water conservation. Participants learn through experience, using modern tools such as thermal cameras and tablets. Field activities engage students, fostering their critical thinking and empathy towards the natural environment.
Polkowice Climate Dialogue
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Polkowice Climate Dialogue
The Polkowice Climate Dialogue was an event held at Primary School No. 4 in Polkowice, gathering around 250 participants, including youth, entrepreneurs, NGOs, seniors, and local authorities. The meeting aimed to facilitate a joint discussion on climate change, its impacts, and local action opportunities. As part of the initiative, thematic stations were set up, featuring presentations of research, Norwegian experiences, and proposals for climate projects. The conclusions from the event were intended to influence the climate policy of the Polkowice municipality.
Little Garbage Can
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Little Garbage Can
MobiLab - 36 schools (primary and high schools), 698 students participated in the activities, 57 teachers, 95 workshop hours, 21 localities, 2060 km of traveled route. Living Lab - 900 students in the project, 30 teachers, 5800 hours of classes, 150 hours of field activities in national parks, 240 hours at UAM and Wrocław University of Technology. Summer Camps - 140 children in three editions of summer camps. 600 participants in the project for students from Poland and Ukraine.
Interactive Trash Bin "Śmieciuś"
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Little Garbage Can
The "Śmieciuś" (Little Garbage Can) is an interactive project created by students of the IT technical high school in Września as part of the School Living Lab program. Its purpose is to teach waste segregation to the youngest children. Images of waste are displayed on the bin's screen, and after clicking, the appropriate color of the bin lights up, indicating correct segregation. In the future, "Śmieciuś" will communicate vocally with the user - it may therefore become an even more engaging educational tool.
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Działania Fundacji Code for Green w latach 2022-2024 dofinansowane z Funduszy Norweskich w ramach Programu Aktywni Obywatele-Fundusz Regionalny, dzięki grantowi M1/0086
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