Teachers trained on transformative climate education for action

The teachers were drawn from 50 primary and secondary schools in five counties.

by GEORGE OWITI

Climate Change21 November 2025 - 19:24

In Summary

The training seeks to equip schools to become centres of innovation, resilience and practical action.
Teachers explored hands-on, inquiry-based approaches to climate education that integrates environmental science, social responsibility and practical skills.

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A number of teachers have undergone training on climate education as a way of effecting climate action in the country.

The teachers drawn from 50 primary and secondary schools in Nairobi, Kiambu, Machakos, Kakamega, and Homa Bay benefited from the training conducted in Nairobi.

The training was conducted by the Kenya Organization for Environmental Education (KOEE) under the African Regional Resilience Initiative on Climate Change Education (ARRICE) between November 20 and 21.

It was also attended by other stakeholders in the education sector, including Office of Climate Change, Siemens Stiftung, 20 student teachers and learners.

KOEE CEO and UNESCO chair at the Kenyatta University Dr Dorcas Otieno said the initiative strengthens Kenya’s leadership in climate change education and as well equips schools to become centres of innovation, resilience and practical action.

“This training isn’t just about knowledge – it’s about action. We are equipping teachers and learners with the tools to innovate, save costs, create livelihoods, and build communities that are resilient in the face of climate change,” Otieno said.

She addressed the press shortly after the training was concluded at JJ McCarthy Center on Friday.

Otieno said education has the power to transform lives, schools, and the nation.

Through intensive training, teachers explored hands-on, inquiry-based approaches to climate education that integrates environmental science, social responsibility and practical skills.

Beyond enhancing student learning, the programme demonstrates how environmental activities can support schools in cost-cutting measures such as school gardens, waste recycling and energy-saving intitiatives, while also creating opportunities for income generation and local entrepreneurship.

ARRICE empowers teachers and students to transform their schools into hubs of creativity, sustainability and community impact.

Otieno said for over three decades, KOEE has led environmental education and education for sustainable development initiatives, aligning with the government’s vision for a sustainable, resilient and green economy.

Through ARRICE, KOEE continues to demonstrate how education can be a catalyst for climate action, youth empowerment and community transformation.

KOEE, established in 1997, is Kenya’s leading institution advancing environmental education and education for sustainable development.

KOEE works nationally and regionally to promote environmental stewardship, climate resilience, innovation and practical solutions.

As host of the UNESCO Chair on ESD and Earth Charter at Kenyatta University, KOEE continues to shape education that empowers learners to act for sustainable development and community transformation.

ARRICE is an ambitious four-year project (2025–2028) focused on advancing quality Climate Change Education (CCE) across three African countries: Kenya, Senegal and Mauritius.

It is implemented by the Office for Climate Education (OCE) who acts as the leading partner, in collaboration with local partners from targeted countries: KOEE (Kenya), ENDA Énergie (Sénégal) as well as Mauritius Institute of Education (MIE) and Reef Conservation (Mauritius Island).

This pilot project is funded by the French Global Environment Facility (FFEM). It also receives co-financing from Siemens Stiftung, the Prince Albert II of Monaco Foundation, and ADEME.