ECO-UNESCO, Ireland’s environmental education and youth organisation, is delighted to host ECO-Week 2026 from Monday 21^st to Friday 25^th September, in celebration of Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) Week.

ECO-Week is a series of free, online sustainability sessions tailored to young people aged 8-12 and 13-18. Get the basics of climate change, learn about Ireland’s wildlife, discover how we can stop fast fashion, and more! Whether in school, in a youth group, community group or from home, young people across the island can join live or playback the sessions.

To view the ECO-Week schedule flyers, click here: Ages 8-12 & Ages 13-18

Explore and sign up to one or more sessions on ECO-UNESCO’s Eventbrite, or see the full ECO-Week 2026 schedule below:

Monday 21st September

Meet the SDGs!

Get introduced to the Sustainable Development Goals! Explore what they mean, why they matter and how they help tackle some of the biggest challenges facing our world.

When? Ages 8 – 12 at 10am | Ages 13 – 18 at 1:30pm

Links: Ages 8 – 12 or Ages 13 – 18

Exploring Ireland’s Wildlife (SDG 15)
Join Ross McIlwrath from Ulster Wildlife for a journey into the fascinating world of Ireland’s wildlife. Discover the secret lives of red squirrels and pine martens, find out why these species are so special and learn how conservation projects are helping to protect them.

When? Ages 8 – 12 at 1:30pm | Ages 13 – 18 at 10am

Links: Ages 8 – 12 or Ages 13 – 18

Tuesday 22nd September

Can We Stop Fast Fashion? (SDG 12)

Our clothes have a story! Join Solene Schirrer from VOICE’s Fabric of Change campaign to follow the journey of our clothes, uncover the secrets of fast fashion and discover how our fashion choices affect people and the planet.

When? Ages 8 – 12 at 10am | Ages 13 – 18 at 1:30pm

Links: Ages 8 – 12 or Ages 13 – 18

Water: Every Drop Counts (SDG 6)

Water is everywhere, but how much do we really know about it? Join ecologist and educator Alex Konieczka from Understory to dive into the world of water, find out why it matters and discover how we can care for every drop.

When? Ages 8 – 12 at 1:30pm | Ages 13 – 18 at 10am

Links: Ages 8 – 12 or Ages 13 – 18

Wednesday 23rd September

Climate Change Explained (SDG 13)

Our planet is changing, but why? Discover what’s causing our climate to change, how it affects people and nature, and what we can do to help.

When? Ages 8 – 12 at 10am | Ages 13 – 18 at 1:30pm

Links: Ages 8 – 12 or Ages 13 – 18

Powering Our World (SDG 7)

Every light, phone and journey starts with energy. Discover the amazing world behind the power we use, explore renewable energy and learn why access to reliable energy is still a challenge for many around the world with Una Halpin from SEAI.

When? Ages 8 – 12 at 1:30pm | Ages 13 – 18 at 10am

Links: Ages 8 – 12 or Ages 13 – 18

Thursday 24th September

The World Beneath the Waves (SDG 14)

From tiny plankton to magnificent whales, our oceans are full of life. Meet Noirín Burke, from Galway Atlantaquaria and the Irish Ocean Literacy Network, as we dive into the wonders of our seas and learn how we can all play a part in keeping them healthy.

When? Ages 8 – 12 at 10am | Ages 13 – 18 at 1:30pm

Links: Ages 8 – 12 or Ages 13 – 18

Zero Waste for Zero Hunger (SDG 2)

Over one-third of food is wasted, yet millions of people face hunger. Catch Cian Walsh, UCC Government & Political Science student with experience working with FoodCloud, as we explore how we can waste less, share more and build stronger communities.

When? Ages 8 – 12 at 1:30pm | Ages 13 – 18 at 10am

Links: Ages 8 – 12 or Ages 13 – 18

Friday 25th September

One Planet, Different Experiences (SDG 10)

We share one planet, but we don’t all experience its challenges in the same way. Join Waheed Liam Adam, GOAL NextGen Alumni member with a background in UNICEF Zimbabwe and a Bachelor’s in Global Responsibility and Leadership, to explore what inequality looks like around the world, how environmental challenges can affect people differently and what disability can teach us about creating more inclusive climate action.

When? Ages 8 – 12 at 10am | Ages 13 – 18 at 1:30pm

Links: Ages 8 – 12 or Ages 13 – 18

Finding Hope in a Changing Climate (SDG 3)

Climate change can feel overwhelming, but hope can help us find a way forward. Explore climate anxiety, discover how connecting with nature and spending time outdoors can support our wellbeing, and learn how we can take care of ourselves while caring for our planet.

When? Ages 8 – 12 at 1:30pm | Ages 13 – 18 at 10am

Links: Ages 8 – 12 or Ages 13 – 18

To coincide with ECO-Week 2026, registration has also opened for the Young Environmentalist Awards (YEA) 2026/2027 here, which supports and celebrates youth-led action on environmental issues.

Find out more about ECO-UNESCO visit ecounesco.ie or contact info@ecounesco.ie.