We are excited to share that the Photo Story -created as part of the RAISE VET module in Eibar in November 2024- is now available as a practical example of how to implement the Photo Story tool on the European Pact for Climate website.

From the 31st of March to the 4th of April 8 students from Basque Country and Germany had the opportunity to develop a strong understanding of the Irish apprenticeship system, along with emerging green skills in the building and engineering sectors. They also received practical training in sustainable skills related to Plumbing, Refrigeration, and Industrial Insulation.  

In week 1 participants attended theoretical classes based learning and practical workshop based activities at TU Dublin, School of Mechanical Engineering within the Access to Apprenticeship program. . They explored the the following areas:

• Green skills in building and engineering

• Energy conservation and green technologies

• NZEB technical consideration

• Introduction to Plumbing skills

• Introduction to Refrigeration and Air Conditioning skills

• Introduction to Industrial Insulation skills

Sustainability and the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) were at the heart of learning across various subjects in Week 2. In English and Communication, students developed awareness of language use in real-life contexts.
In Social Education they focused on personal and social growth, encouraging exploration of topics like self-awareness, relationships, and contemporary societal issues. Through Mathematical Applications, students understood how to cultivate a work ethic rooted in precision and reliability.

Excursion to the the village that has been recognized for its exceptional achievements in renewable energy production and in reducing its carbon footprint. Students went inside the windmill and learnt about the maintanance.

In November 2024, we piloted the module with six students from Munich and six from Armeria Eskola. Over two weeks, students tackled real-world challenges like energy audits, sustainable solutions for Eibar, and eco-design discussions. Key topics included energy-saving methods and the reuse of electronic devices.

A highlight of the module was the Green Skills Workshop, with Tekniker’s Sustainability Manager, Jon Ander Sarasua, leading a session on green skills for technical professions. Students also created a “Decalogue of Green Skills” and participated in European Climate Pact actions, including an “Eibar Climate Walk” and a Photo Story.

Students visited renewable energy facilities such as BIMEP and Mutriku wave power plant, gaining practical insights into marine renewable energy technologies. These experiences aim to inspire students to become sustainability agents in their communities.

Students collaborated to identify and define key sustainable professional skills. They began with a reflection on the first week of the “Sustainability Changemakers” module experiences, followed by group work in 5 thematic blocks:

•  Resource Optimization

• Renewable Practices

• Environmental Innovation

• Ethical Responsibility

• Communication

Teams proposed skills like resource efficiency, waste management, and sustainable innovation, presenting their ideas using post-its in the first place.

A class discussion helped consolidate these ideas into a Decalogue of 10 essential skills, finalized using a Genially template. 

The session concluded with students reflecting on how these skills apply to their future careers, fostering awareness of sustainability’s role in the workplace.

Students learnt basic energy concepts, including types, measurement, and efficiency. They reflected on energy limitations, excessive consumption, and the carbon footprint. At the same time, they measured temperature, luminosity, and electricity consumption in classrooms, and prepared a report with sustainability actions.

After learning about sustainable solutions in Eibar from the City Council Technician, students modeled key sustainable actions and proposed new ones. They designed and 3D printed elements representing their proposals and handled the general electrical installation using photovoltaic panels, LED diodes, and batteries.

The Erasmus+ KA210-VET project team held a collaborative training event in Ireland, bringing together teachers, students, companies, and local authorities to explore sustainable mindsets and green skills for technical careers.

Highlights included a co-creation workshop, integrating outcomes into teacher and student manuals, and a visit to Technological University of Dublin.

The event enhanced collaboration, generated high-quality learning resources, and furthered the integration of sustainability into vocational education.

The RAISE VET project partners gathered in Munich for a key training event to prepare the physical module of the sustainability-focused study program.

Activities included developing teacher and student manuals, defining assessments, and organizing a visit to an energetically self-sufficient village. Good practices in sustainability in different German schools were presented.

Partners also worked on lesson materials integrating sustainability goals and technical English, ensuring alignment with international standards. Dissemination tasks included launching social media posts and planning the project website.

This event strengthened collaboration, produced high-quality learning materials, and laid the groundwork for effective outreach, advancing the project’s mission to enhance vocational education in sustainability.

The Erasmus+ KA210-VET project partners met in Eibar, Spain, for a joint staff training event to plan the virtual tasks for the first week of the project’s sustainability-focused study module.

The event fostered collaboration, with partners defining learning outcomes, content, and assessment for virtual tasks, as well as developing teacher and student manual templates. A visit to a wave energy power plant highlighted sustainable energy practices, while meetings with local authorities and industry experts provided valuable insights.

Key outcomes include setting up the E-twinning platform for collaboration, defining monitoring roles, and establishing a dissemination plan. This activity strengthens partnerships and sets a solid foundation for international learning opportunities, inclusion, and innovative sustainability education in vocational training.