Climate change education and citizen engagement are crucial drivers in the shift toward a decarbonized society. Informal learning environments—such as research centres, science labs, and especially environmental observatories—are well positioned to rise to this challenge. By incorporating real-world data from environmental monitoring stations and satellites, educators can offer students both a clear understanding of climate change and an immersive experience in climate research. One such initiative is the ERASMUS+ project Climademy. Using authentic climate data in educational activities is a proven strategy for delivering accurate information, cultivating personal connections to the issue, and fostering scientific inquiry and critical thinking. Data owners are encouraged to contribute by sharing their datasets and illustrating how they are turning them into educational tools, combating misinformation, and building trust in scientific evidence.
However, effective climate education goes beyond presenting scientific data—it also requires understanding how different populations perceive and respond to climate change. People’s attitudes and adaptation strategies vary based on geographical location, environmental background, education level, income, and other socio-economic factors. Diagnosing these variations is essential for designing targeted and impactful educational approaches.
This session invites studies that employ quantitative and qualitative methods to assess environmental, economic, and social dimensions of climate change perception. Through case studies, participants will explore how real-world data can be leveraged to meet diverse educational needs across various national curricula.