Climate change presents one of the most complex and urgent challenges of the Anthropocene, demanding educational responses that move beyond awareness toward action, resilience, and justice. This paper examines the evolving role of climate change education in the 21st century, arguing that classrooms must function as “climate labs” where students acquire scientific understanding, critical thinking skills, interdisciplinary perspectives, and the emotional capacity to engage constructively with ecological crises. Drawing on global reports, pedagogical models, and experiential learning methods, the study outlines how educators across disciplines can embed climate concepts into curricula and foster agency among learners. The paper further highlights the expanding landscape of green careers and emphasises the need for education systems to prepare students for a just transition in a rapidly changing world. Ultimately, the work positions climate education as a transformative tool that empowers youth to navigate uncertainty, challenge inequalities, and participate actively in shaping a sustainable future.
Saira Grace Saju has worked as a Research Assistant at Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam, Kerala. She has also worked as a Research Assistant at the Center for Human Security Studies, Hyderabad. She holds a Master's degree in Political Science and International Relations from Central University of Kerala. She has done her Bachelor's in History from St Stephen's College, Delhi University. She has an excellent background in Geopolitics, History and Security Studies with research experience. She has presented papers at various forums like the National Institute of Advanced Studies (NIAS) Bangalore, International Institute of Human Security Governance (IIHSG) JNU, Mahatma Gandhi University- Kottayam, Kerala and has authored two published research articles. She's also been associated with think tanks like the Center for Human Security Studies- Hyderabad, Foreign Policy Research Centre- Delhi, NIICE- Nepal, the Centre for West Asia -India Studies (CIWAD)- New Delhi and so on. She's also a budding poet who has written a few anthologies among which two are selected in the International Book of Records. Her other interests include Travelling, Cooking, Playing Chess, Watching Web series, Poetry Writing, Academics and Research.
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