Building a better future

Schools Participating in
SDG Programs 2026

Empower your students with hands-on projects that matter. From water conservation to digital literacy, here is your creative roadmap.

Explore 12 Projects
Step 1

Define goal and linked SDG(s).

Step 2

Select age-appropriate activities and timeline (4-12 weeks).

Step 3

Assign roles: student leads, teacher mentor, community partner.

Step 4

Set 2-3 measurable indicators (input/output/outcome).

Step 5

Collect simple evidence: photos, short logs, numbers.

Step 6

Share results: school assembly, social media, SDG portfolio.

The Project Catalog

Pick a project, make an impact!

Water Conservation & Rainwater Harvesting
SDG 6 SDG 13
Class 6-12

#1 Water Conservation & Rainwater Harvesting

Install a simple rainwater harvesting system and run a water-use audit on campus.
How to do it:
Measure current water use.
Map roof catchment area.
Build a collection tank or recharge pit.
Set water-use rules and install filters.
Success Looks Like:

Reduced mains water use; raised student stewardship regarding water scarcity.

School Vegetable Garden & Composting
SDG 2 SDG 12 SDG 15
Class 5-10

#2 School Vegetable Garden & Composting

Convert unused space to vegetable beds plus a compost corner for organic waste.
How to do it:
Plan bed layout (Spinach, Tomatoes, Beans).
Start seed/seedling program.
Set up compost bins (Green waste vs Brown waste).
Integrate gardening into science lessons.
Success Looks Like:

Food for school meals; reduced waste; hands-on learning.

Clean Campus: Sanitation & Menstrual Hygiene
SDG 3 SDG 6 SDG 5
Class 6-12 and Staff

#3 Clean Campus: Sanitation & Menstrual Hygiene

Upgrade toilets, provide sanitary disposal, and deliver hygiene education.
How to do it:
Audit facilities.
Fix/upgrade toilets and install sanitary disposal bins.
Run awareness workshops on menstrual health and handwashing.
Ensure functional locks and water supply.
Success Looks Like:

Improved attendance, dignity, and health.

Energy Audit & Solar Pilot
SDG 7 SDG 13
Class 8-12

#4 Energy Audit & Solar Pilot

Conduct an energy audit then install a small solar PV panel for a classroom or lab.
How to do it:
Log electricity use using meters.
Identify wastage points (fans, lights left on).
Design a 1-2 kW solar pilot system.
Monitor generation and compare with grid usage.
Success Looks Like:

Lower electricity bills; student learning about renewables.

Waste Segregation & Plastic Reduction
SDG 12 SDG 14
All Grades

#5 Waste Segregation & Plastic Reduction

Implement 3-bin segregation, student-run recycling drives, and a plastic-free pledge.
How to do it:
Set up labelled bins (Organic, Recyclable, General).
Appoint weekly class monitors.
Partner with local recycler.
Run 'Art from Waste' competitions.
Success Looks Like:

Less landfill waste; creative repurposing habits.

Biodiversity Pocket Park & Native Plants
SDG 15
Class 5-12

#6 Biodiversity Pocket Park & Native Plants

Create a small biodiversity zone using native species, insect hotels, and bird boxes.
How to do it:
Map area for pocket park.
Source native seedlings (Milkweed, Wild Bergamot).
Build simple habitat features like Insect Hotels.
Monitor species visits (birds/bees).
Success Looks Like:

Habitat restoration; biodiversity awareness.

Nutrition, Kitchen Garden & Healthy Meals
SDG 2 SDG 3
Class 1-10

#7 Nutrition, Kitchen Garden & Healthy Meals

Link garden produce with mid-day meals or health sessions on nutrition.
How to do it:
Grow nutrient-dense crops (Spinach, Carrots).
Involve nutrition lessons & cooking demos.
Track menu changes to include garden produce.
Promote 'Garden-to-Plate' concept.
Success Looks Like:

Healthier meals; nutrition literacy.

Life Skills & Vocational Workshops
SDG 4 SDG 8
Class 9-12

#8 Life Skills & Vocational Workshops

Short vocational modules (tailoring, basic electrical, IT, carpentry) and career awareness fairs.
How to do it:
Identify local trainers.
Schedule module blocks (Electrical, IT, Carpentry).
Organize Career Awareness Fairs.
Certify participants.
Success Looks Like:

Employability skills; school-community partnerships.

Climate Action Campaigns & Tree-Planting
SDG 13 SDG 15
Class 6-12

#9 Climate Action Campaigns & Tree-Planting

Run student-led climate education, carbon-footprint mapping and annual tree drives.
How to do it:
Measure school carbon footprint.
Plan mitigation actions (routines, transport).
Plant trees with geo-tagging.
Conduct student-led climate education.
Success Looks Like:

Behaviour change; green cover increase.

Inclusive Education Projects
SDG 4 SDG 10
All Grades

#10 Inclusive Education Projects

Make classrooms accessible, run peer-support tutors and inclusive clubs for children with disabilities.
How to do it:
Conduct accessibility audit (ramps, materials).
Teacher training on inclusivity.
Create peer buddy system.
Adapt learning materials.
Success Looks Like:

Better participation and retention.

Community Health Outreach
SDG 3
Class 9-12

#11 Community Health Outreach

Student-led health camps (basic screening, awareness on hygiene and nutrition) with local clinics.
How to do it:
Partner with local health workers.
Plan sessions (Height/Weight, Hygiene).
Collect/analyse simple health indicators.
Organize Health Camps.
Success Looks Like:

Early referrals; community awareness.

Digital Literacy & Safe Internet
SDG 4 SDG 9
Class 6-12

#12 Digital Literacy & Safe Internet

Workshops on basic coding, online safety, and responsible digital citizenship.
How to do it:
Set learning outcomes (Coding, Safety).
Schedule computer labs.
Use open educational resources.
Run parent sessions on internet safety.
Success Looks Like:

Improved digital skills and safer online behaviour.