PT - From Knowledge to Action

Thematic - Climate Change and Circular Economy

The workshop was designed as a participatory session that adapted complex environmental concepts into a family-friendly format. The session opened with a brief introduction using data sourced from the European Parliament and research-based graphics to establish a foundational understanding of climate change. This introductory phase was intended to bridge the gap between global statistics and the local realities of the participants, which included a diverse group of children, parents, and teachers.

The main activity, facilitated by Associação Transitar, utilized a tailor-made version of the Climate Fresk game. Participants selected cards representing various climate causes and consequences, such as rising sea levels or CO2 emissions, and illustrated their interpretations. These drawings served as a visual prompt for the experts to explain the scientific links between environmental challenges. This process transitioned into a solution-oriented phase, where attendees drew and shared practical ideas for improving the sustainability of their local community.

To address the concept of the Circular Economy, the workshop transitioned from visual arts to a physical dynamic. Participants were divided into two groups to physically represent the Linear and Circular models. The linear group demonstrated the "take-make-waste" lifecycle of a plastic water bottle through a static line, while the circular group used a reusable metal bottle to visualize a continuous, sustainable loop. This movement-based exercise allowed participants to experience the efficiency of circularity firsthand, which was then reinforced by a discussion on practical daily habits like secondhand sharing and reducing unnecessary consumption.

The session concluded with a collaborative wrap-up where every participant was invited to summarize their experience in a single word. This final reflection highlighted a high level of engagement and community connection. Following the structured activities, the group shared snacks and completed feedback questionnaires, providing a space for informal networking and