Themes of the Edupro Green Talent Awards
The Edupro Green Talent Awards are built around five powerful and future-focused themes. Each theme reflects a real-world area where young people can lead with ideas, action, and innovation to create a more sustainable world. Explore the themes below to find where your passion fits best.
Theme 1:
Circular Economy & Zero Waste
Reimagine waste. Redesign systems. Rethink consumption.
A circular economy is a system where products, materials, and resources are reused, repaired, shared, and recycled for as long as possible—minimizing waste and environmental impact. It replaces the traditional “take-make-dispose” model with one that keeps value in the loop. Zero waste is a lifestyle and design principle focused on eliminating waste by making smart choices at every stage—from production to disposal.
This theme challenges participants to explore how products, materials, and resources can be kept in use for as long as possible. From reducing single-use plastics to launching creative reuse projects, it's all about transforming “waste” into value and designing for a waste-free world.
Topics may include:
- Upcycling & product redesign
- Waste-free events or systems
- Community recycling or composting initiatives
- Fashion swaps, repair cafés, and second-hand solutions
- Local circular economy models
Theme 2:
Clean Energy & Climate Solutions
Power up the planet—with renewable energy and bold ideas.
This theme focuses on the shift from fossil fuels to clean, renewable energy sources such as solar, wind, hydro, and biogas. It also covers climate solutions—innovations and actions that reduce greenhouse gas emissions, improve energy efficiency, and help communities adapt to climate change.
Participants in this theme tackle the urgent need to transition to clean, affordable, and reliable energy while addressing the climate crisis. Projects may involve energy innovation, advocacy, awareness, or smart ways to reduce emissions.
Topics may include:
- Solar, wind, or biogas solutions
- Energy efficiency in schools or homes
- Youth-led climate campaigns
- Tools to reduce carbon footprints
- Community preparedness for climate shocks
Theme 3:
Sustainable Cities & Communities
Design the future. Make places livable, green, and just.
A sustainable city or community is designed to meet the needs of the present—without compromising the ability of future generations to thrive. It ensures access to housing, transport, public spaces, clean air, water, energy, and safety, all while protecting the environment and promoting inclusion.
This theme is about building urban and rural environments that are inclusive, climate-resilient, and resource-smart. Whether you're greening your school, improving transport, or reimagining public spaces, your ideas can help create cities that work for people and the planet.
Topics may include:
- Urban gardening or tree-planting
- Sustainable mobility (walking, biking, public transit)
- Smart, clean, or energy-efficient buildings
- Youth mapping of sustainability issues in local areas
- Affordable housing and equitable access
Theme 4:
Green Business & Finance
Make sustainability make business sense.
Green business refers to companies and startups that operate in ways that are environmentally responsible, socially conscious, and economically viable. Green finance supports sustainability through investments, funding, or financial tools that benefit people and the planet—such as impact investing, ethical banking, or green bonds.
This theme empowers young changemakers to shape the future of enterprise and finance. Whether launching an eco-startup, advocating for ethical investments, or promoting responsible consumption—it's about using business as a force for environmental and social good.
Topics may include:
- Social entrepreneurship with environmental goals
- Green product or service ideas
- Financial literacy for sustainability
- Circular supply chain models
- Youth investment clubs or impact fund concepts
Theme 5:
Sustainability Education & Behaviour Change
Change minds. Change habits. Change the world.
This theme focuses on building awareness, knowledge, and habits that support sustainable living. It includes climate education, environmental literacy, and creative ways to inspire communities to change behaviours—from reducing waste to conserving energy and supporting nature.
This theme invites participants to build a culture of sustainability through education, storytelling, and community engagement. From school campaigns to digital media, it's about inspiring others to live and think sustainably through creative, inclusive approaches.
Topics may include:
- Climate education for schools or youth groups
- Behaviour change campaigns (water, food, energy)
- Comics, films, or digital storytelling for impact
- Climate literacy workshops or toolkits
- Youth teaching youth initiatives
Which Theme Will You Choose?
Every project submitted to the Green Talent Awards must connect clearly to one of the five themes. Whether you’re an innovator, storyteller, designer, or activist—there’s a theme for your voice, your passion, and your impact.