Italy To Become First Country To Require Climate Change Education

Italy's education minister announced that public schools will require students to study climate change and environmental sustainability for at least 33 hours a year. This curriculum will be integrated into existing subjects like math and geography, making Italy the first country to mandate such education. The new requirements will start in September, aiming to prioritize the environment and society in education. Despite facing criticism, the announcement coincides with the US withdrawing from the Paris Climate Accord and a global declaration of a climate emergency.

What new requirement is being introduced in Italy's public schools regarding climate change?

How many hours a year will students be required to study climate change and environmental sustainability?

What subjects will include lessons on sustainability in Italy's new curriculum?

What criticism has Lorenzo Ferro Monte faced regarding his green policies?

What significant global event coincided with the announcement of Italy's climate change curriculum?