Project Information
Project: Learning for Sustainable Future – Higher Education for Green Transition in Southeast Asia
Acronym: GreenEdAsia
Project ID: 101177627
Duration: Dec. 1, 2024 – Nov. 30, 2027
Partners:
(1) Ho Chi Minh City University of Technology and Education (HCMUTE), Vietnam
(2) Dong Thap University (DThU), Vietnam
(3) Rajamangala University of Technology Lanna (RMUTL), Thailand
(4) Rajamangala University of Technology Thanyaburi (RMUTT), Thailand
(5) Hame University of Applied Sciences (HAMK), Finland
(6) University of Burgos (UBU), Spain
Project Goal
“Learning for Sustainable Future – Higher Education for Green Transition in Southeast Asia (GreenEdAsia)” project enhances environmental sustainability through higher education in Vietnam and Thailand. It strengthens institutions’ capacity to train a skilled workforce in circular bioeconomy and renewable energy.
GreenEdAsia develops an innovative, multidisciplinary curriculum integrating sustainability principles across academic disciplines. Institutional management is engaged to ensure long-term implementation, while faculty training equips educators to sustain curriculum delivery beyond the project. Emphasizing hands-on learning, the project collaborates with local industries and government bodies, offering students real-world experiences that drive the green transition and instill a commitment to environmental responsibility.
Project Impact
- GreenEdAsia advances the Green Deal goals by promoting renewable energy and the circular bioeconomic, driving economic transformation, clean energy, and climate action.
- Engaging students, educators, industry leaders, and policymakers in real-world challenges enhances climate awareness and fosters proactive problem-solving for sustainability.
- Collaboration between Vietnam, Thailand, and Europe strengthens regional solutions and innovation. Student-industry partnerships equip future professionals with essential skills for a sustainable workforce.
Disclaimer: The GreenEdAsia project has been co-funded by the Euroepan Union with the project number 101177627. Views and opinions expressed are however those of the author(s) only and do not necessarily reflect thos of the European Union or European Education and Culture Executive Agency (EACEA). Neither the European Union nor the granting EACEA can be held responsible for them