- Illustration displaying locations for immersive nature encounters and ecological learning opportunities.
When it comes to environmental learning and urban greenery in Berlin, it can be tough to stay updated on all the various projects and activities. To help simplify this, a wide array of environmental education offerings have been consolidated onto an online map, modeled after a traditional city map. Over 600 'eco-education locations' can be found across the city, encompassing community gardens, guided herb tours, and educational programs for kids.
The project behind this map is spearheaded by the 'Naturstadt.Berlin' network, which includes district-level coordination offices for nature, environmental, climate, and sustainability education. These offices are located throughout the city. The creation of the map was supported financially by the Berlin Senate Department for Transport, Mobility, Climate Protection, and the Environment.
According to Judith Hübner from the Free University (FU), the map aims to provide useful information for schools looking to incorporate outdoor learning, individuals interested in volunteering at local community gardens, families planning their next weekend excursion, and many other groups. The purpose of the map is to enhance communication and collaboration between interested parties and service providers within the city. The coordination office for the Steglitz-Zehlendorf district is located at the FU.
This online map is a valuable resource for schools seeking to integrate outdoor education, as it provides numerous 'eco-education locations' for learning about the environment. Individuals who wish to contribute to local community gardens or families planning an environmentally-focused outing can also benefit from utilizing this comprehensive tool.
