Climate change is one of the biggest challenges of our time. The UK government has pledged to reach net zero by 2050, with a 78% reduction in emissions by 2035. Education has a vital role to play in this, contributing 36% of public sector building emissions and shaping how future generations understand sustainability. Schools are more than places of learning – they are catalysts for cultural change. Climate education gives students the tools to understand the causes and impacts of climate change and their role in being part of the solution. What is the DfE’s Sustainability and Climate Change Strategy? In recognition of this, the Department for Education (DfE) launched its Sustainability and Climate Change Strategy in 2022. It outlines how education will contribute to climate goals through decarbonisation, curriculum change, and climate adaptation. However, the strategy can be unclear and hard to navigate. This guide breaks it down simply: What the strategy involves, who it applies for, why it matters, and how your school can take practical steps to get started. Launched in 2022, the strategy sets out a roadmap to 2030 with the goal of making the UK education sector a global leader in sustainability. It