Centre for Environmental Awareness and Education Development
Established on 5 January 2026 as part of the Environmental Investment Centre (KIK), KAKK serves as a collaborative platform that facilitates the exchange of knowledge and experience, strengthens cooperation across sectors and levels of governance, and fosters joint initiatives and development activities in the field of environmental awareness and education.
What We Do | Value We Bring |
|---|---|
| Connecting needs and opportunities. We collect and share information, bring partners together and help identify funding opportunities. | An open platform for collaboration, knowledge exchange, networking, joint activities and projects. |
| Driving strategic initiatives. We initiate and implement strategic education and communication activities and empower nationwide and international initiatives. | Access to valuable resources, including expert knowledge, best practices, emerging trends and effective methodologies. |
| Strengthening networks and quality. We support national and regional environmental awareness networks while promoting the quality and visibility of environmental education. | Greater visibility, representation and opportunities to contribute to shaping the future of the sector through regular dialogue and engagement. |
Our Long-Term Goal
Our long-term goal is to advance environmental awareness and education, empowering people to make more environmentally responsible choices and adopt sustainable practices in their everyday lives.
Projects
The Centre for Environmental Awareness and Education Development (KAKK) leads major initiatives and serves as a hub for international cooperation, facilitating the exchange of knowledge and expertise and connecting partners with funding opportunities.
The Centre develops and implements a range of projects aimed at advancing environmental awareness and education.
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Contact and Resources
Head of the Centre for Environmental Awareness and Education Development (KAKK)
Overall management and strategic direction of the Centre, development of cooperation networks, strategic communication, coordination of funding opportunities, including securing additional funding, and international cooperation and partnerships
Project Manager
Communication, training and development activities in the field of circular economy, including awareness-raising campaigns, research, training programmes and innovative solutions.
Key areas of responsibility also include the circular economy conference, food waste prevention and reduction initiatives, European Week for Waste Reduction, training for hazardous substances auditors, and research on reuse practices.
Project Manager
Development of climate education and promotion of climate awareness through educational resources and learning solutions, including training programmes, online courses, the environmental education conference and advanced climate courses.
Development and implementation of the Youth Green Technology Programme, including cooperation with schools, partners and mentors, as well as the organisation of events and awareness-raising activities.
Project Manager
Strengthening the capacity of schools to integrate environmental sustainability into teaching and everyday operations, including identifying development needs, preparing educational and guidance materials, and training mentors.
Supporting environmentally sustainable development in local governments, including green public procurement, environmental footprint and greenhouse gas emissions assessments, access to environmental data, and implementation of waste management reforms.