Climate Skills is a multi-year programme currently running in Brazil, Mexico, Indonesia, India and Viet Nam. This global programme works with young people to sow the seeds of a fair transition away from fossil fuels.
The programme is led by British Council in partnership with HSBC to build a global approach to youth skills development and equip the next generation to understand, mitigate and adapt to climate change.
The Climate Skills programme operates in India within the context of a country highly vulnerable to the impacts of climate change. With a rapidly growing population and industrialisation, India faces numerous challenges related to climate adaptation and mitigation. The programme targets marginalised young individuals between the ages of 18-30, acknowledging the importance of inclusivity in climate action. By providing resources, training, mentorship, and grants, Climate Skills empowers these youths with the necessary tools to not only navigate the challenges posed by climate change but also to actively contribute to solutions.
In India, Climate Skills adopts a Higher Education Institution (HEI)-led approach, encouraging partner universities to embed climate education and action into their academic curricula. This approach aims to ensure the long-term sustainability and impact of the project’s outcomes. Through an open call, three HEIs were selected as delivery partners: The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI), University of Mumbai (UoM), and Hyderabad Sind National Collegiate (HSNC) University. These institutions will lead the delivery of climate skills across various locations in India, ensuring that marginalised young individuals gain the knowledge and tools necessary to drive social action in their communities
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