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This briefing aims to: * Provide information and advice on ESD to those engaged in teacher education; * Outline relevant theory in the context of local, national and international strategies on sustainable development and ESD; * Review initiatives by government, business and non-governmental organisations; * Survey current best practice in schools, CPD and initial teacher education; * Draw on international perspectives; and * Provide links to a wide range of relevant sources and resources.

This briefing aims to: - Provide information and advice on ESD to those engaged in teacher education; - Outline relevant theory in the context of local, national and international strategies on sustainable development and ESD; - Review initiatives by government, business and non-governmental organisations; - Survey current best practice in schools, CPD and initial teacher education; - Draw on international perspectives; and - Provide links to a wide range of relevant sources and resources.

Schools can play a major role in preparing young people to live sustainable lives. For example, they can help their pupils learn about carbon emissions - where they arise and how to reduce them - and what could happen if we don't take action. One of the best places to start thinking about sustainability is the school itself and its own practices.

University of Plymouth Sustainability Policy and Strategic Action Plan

Green-Schools is an international environmental education programme and award scheme that promotes and acknowledges long-term, whole-school action for the environment.

The Government in England wants every school to be a sustainable school by 2020. Eco-Schools is an international award programme that guides schools on their sustainable journey, providing a framework to help embed these principles into the heart of school life.