Shillong: HCL Foundation, the corporate social responsibility (CSR) arm of HCLTech, recently launched a national-level ‘Generation for Climate Action’ (GENCAN) initiative in partnership with the Centre for Environment Education for promoting awareness and knowledge on climate action in schools through its flagship program, HCL Harit – The Green Initiative.
Marking the Earth Day celebration, the initiative was inaugurated on April 20 in New Delhi.
Over 200 students participated in this national launch. In addition, an interactive panel with nine students took place where students shared about the actions that they are taking at home and school towards a greener planet.
Generation For Climate Action Initiative is a 10-month school-based climate education and action learning program for grades 6 to 12. The program will begin in April-May 2023 and conclude in February 2024 with the announcement of the winners.
This initiative will involve 50-70 government schools spread across India targeting about 2,500-3,000 children. It will also boost teachers’ ability to successfully engage students in carbon-neutral practices in their daily lives.
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