The climate crisis disrupts 40 million children’s education every year. Here’s how we could fix it

Feb 14, 2023

The climate crisis and young people’s education are inextricably linked, according to a new UK government report. Image: Unsplash/Kenny Eliason

Johnny Wood

Writer, Formative Content

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The climate crisis has direct and indirect impacts on children’s education. Image: UK Government.

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Bringing this relationship into sharper focus could help give young people in marginalized communities some of the tools needed to mitigate the worst impacts of the climate crisis. Image: UK Government.

Boosting problem-solving skills could help society adapt to the climate crisis. Image: UK Government.

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