To create a sustainable planet through education, we must collectively embrace a vision centered around protecting the Earth’s five foundational elements: soil, water, air, fire/energy, and space. This shared vision, along with a scrutiny on structural reform, creates a sense of heightened awareness at the grassroots level to see the interconnectedness between all disciplines, and a commitment to achieving a common goal – a regenerative world where education thrives harmoniously with the planet’s well-being.
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In today’s modern world, the educational landscape stands fragmented, often confining itself within rigid disciplinary boundaries that overlook the interconnectedness between various subjects and degree programs. The lack of holistic wisdom and a linear approach to problem-solving has resulted in pervasive issues such as plastic waste, depleted soils, contaminated air, polluted water, and biodiversity loss. To address these challenges, we must champion a comprehensive and interconnected educational approach from early schooling to university levels.
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