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Environmental Concerns
GreenClass: Reducing Waste in Our Schools
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Competition Brief
Welcome to the "Environment Around Us" pitch competition, an inspiring platform where innovative minds converge to address the pressing environmental challenges of our time. This unique event invites entrepreneurs, scientists, and visionaries from diverse backgrounds to present groundbreaking ideas and sustainable solutions that can transform our interaction with the natural world. Participants will have the opportunity to showcase their projects in front of a panel of esteemed judges, industry leaders, and potential investors, all eager to support initiatives that promise a positive impact on our planet. From revolutionary technologies that reduce carbon footprints to pioneering conservation strategies, "Environment Around Us" is dedicated to fostering creativity and collaboration in the pursuit of a healthier, more sustainable future. Join us as we celebrate innovation and work together to protect and preserve the environment for generations to come.
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The environmental agency supports our local community by encouraging and investing in creative, community-led solutions that address urgent environmental challenges. Their work focuses on empowering residents to take action, fostering collaboration, and developing innovative approaches to sustainability, resilience, and environmental justice.
Problem
Our school produces a significant amount of waste daily — from uneaten cafeteria food to excessive paper usage and unrecycled plastics. Despite student interest in sustainability, we lack a coordinated system to reduce and manage our school’s environmental footprint. This contributes to landfill overflow, carbon emissions, and missed educational opportunities around climate responsibility.
Solution
GreenClass is a student-led initiative that introduces a three-part sustainability program:
Smart Sorting Stations in cafeterias with visuals and student ambassadors to guide proper disposal (compost, recycle, landfill).
Paper-Lite Classrooms that transition to more digital assignments and shared resources.
“Green Points” Challenge – a school-wide competition that tracks class participation in green habits, with monthly rewards to encourage behavior change.
This solution is low-cost, leverages existing resources, and centers student leadership.
Audience | Target Market
Our primary audience is middle and high school students, teachers, and school administrators in public schools. These groups are both contributors to school waste and potential changemakers. Secondary markets include school districts, PTAs, and local environmental nonprofits who can support scaling and funding. Over time, the program can expand to elementary schools with simplified components and community centers looking for youth-led sustainability models.
Learning Outcomes | Community Impact
GreenClass not only reduces physical waste — it builds long-term environmental awareness in the next generation. By embedding sustainability into daily school life, it:
Promotes climate literacy and responsible decision-making
Equips youth to lead environmental change in their communities
Reduces landfill contributions and encourages composting and recycling
Models scalable, low-cost programs that other schools and communities can replicate
Over time, GreenClass contributes to a culture of sustainability that ripples beyond school walls into families and neighborhoods.
Next Steps
Next Steps:
Get Approval: Meet with school admin and custodial staff to discuss logistics and permission.
Pilot Program: Launch a 4-week trial in one grade level.
Gather Feedback: Use surveys and waste tracking to evaluate impact.
Scale Up: Present pilot results to expand school-wide.
Sustainability Plan: Partner with the PTA for funding and set up an annual student-led Green Committee.
Reflection | Other Info
This project helped us realize that real change doesn’t require big budgets — it requires people who care. We learned how to collaborate across grade levels, communicate with school staff, and think about long-term sustainability. Even small actions like sorting waste can spark bigger conversations about climate responsibility. Our goal isn’t just to reduce waste — it’s to create a culture of accountability and care for our environment.
Resource | Support Needs
We will use this money to begin a new project in the community.
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