The ClimatEd Summit: Envisioning new pathways for education, was a convening focusing on bringing together educators, practitioners, communicators, and policymakers to share ideas and develop strategies for integrating climate education into the formal education system. Organized by the Climate Educators Network, the summit was held in Bangalore, India on January 30-31, 2025.
With India facing significant climate challenges, this conference was one of the first of its kind to address the urgent need for addressing the climate crisis positioning climate education as a key tool. The event saw enthusiastic participation, with 143 attendees on Day 1 and 185 on Day 2, including over 70 educators from schools and colleges, representatives from government bodies, and around 80 professionals from various organizations. This diverse gathering underscored the growing momentum for climate education across sectors.
This report encapsulates the key segments, discussions, and insights from the summit, along with a compendium of presentations contributed by organizations and institutions actively engaged in the climate education space.