Green Transition Academy: Strengthening Green Transition Education in the Czech Republic

The Green Transition Academy is a 3.5-year development project launched in February 2024, aimed at enhancing education for the green transition in the Czech Republic. By integrating innovative digital learning tools and leveraging Denmark’s expertise in vocational education, the project seeks to equip students and teachers with the green and digital skills needed for technical roles in the green economy. In partnership with Purkynka, a leading vocational school based in Brno, South Moravia, the project aims to create a scalable model for vocational education that can later be implemented in other regions of the Czech Republic. The project is supported by the Villum Foundation.

Key Objectives:

• Develop a scalable model for upskilling the workforce: The project partners collaborate to create a framework for upskilling the Czech workforce, meeting the increasing demand for green and digital skills in technical industries.
• Enhance teaching with “twin-skills”: The project integrates both technical and digital competencies, bridging the gap between the skills required for the green transition. This ensures students are prepared for emerging roles in renewable energy, energy efficiency, and sustainable technologies.
• Equip teachers with innovative tools and curricula: Purkynka’s teachers will be trained in using new digital tools, such as VR, and updated curricula, focusing on subjects meeting the increasing demand for green skills in the local job market.
• Collaboration with local businesses: In the development phase, the project actively involves local businesses to ensure the curriculum aligns with industry needs, ensuring graduates are equipped to contribute to Brno’s ambitious climate goals and the wider green economy.

Partner Group:

• Purkynka: A key partner in the project, Purkynka is a prominent vocational school in Brno, South Moravia. Purkynka is central to the project’s implementation, with a focus on integrating new green and digital skills into its curricula and enhancing the capabilities of its teachers.
• Mentor to Impact: As the lead partner, Mentor to Impact drives the project’s overall strategy and coordination. MTI brings expertise in developing strategic partnerships and capacity-building initiatives to ensure the project’s success.
• Aprendio: Developing VR learning environments, Aprendio is focused on enhancing the teaching. These immersive tools aim to improve students’ engagement and understanding of complex concepts related to the green transition.
• CELF and ZBC: These two Danish vocational schools are key partners in fostering cross-cultural exchanges and promoting best practices in vocational education. CELF and ZBC facilitate the transfer of knowledge and skills between Denmark and the Czech Republic, helping develop a green network for educators and creating new opportunities for collaboration.
• Gate 21: Specialised in sustainable solutions, Gate 21’s role in the project is to contribute expertise in green innovation, energy efficiency, and sustainability. They help ensure that the curriculum aligns with the latest advancements in the green transition

Project Scope:

The Green Transition Academy focuses on improving vocational education for the transition to the low-carbon economy in the Czech Republic, starting with Purkynka, with the aim to expand across the country later on. The goal is to strengthen curricula in green transition subjects, ensuring that graduates are ready to meet the growing demand for green skills in industries such as renewable energy, energy efficiency, and other relevant technical fields. By equipping both teachers and students with the necessary skills, the project supports Brno’s ambitious climate goals and contributes to the wider green transition.

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