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Project M232 Environmental education Levers for poverty reduction and climate adaptation in Madagascar ALL PROJECTS 01 Context Madagascar is not only severely affected by deforestation, poverty and the impacts of climate change – many children also lack access to practical environmental education and concrete opportunities for action. Project M232 addresses precisely this issue and combines education with practical application in everyday life. 02 Executive Summary Project M232 provides children and teachers in Madagascar with a deep understanding of social-ecological interdependencies and sustainable action. Around 30,000 children and 800 teachers are reached annually – through environmental lessons, practical school activities and targeted training. By establishing 10 “Écoles Vertes” (green schools) per year, ADES is embedding environmental education permanently into everyday school life. New digital learning formats, monitoring and evaluation systems, and a national database for measuring impact are improving the programme’s reach and quality. 03 Outcomes Children and teachers develop a sound environmental awareness and bring this into school, family life and society. In the long term, this leads to more conscious use of resources and greater resilience to climate risks. The project is part of a long-term commitment running until 2030. The aim is to establish a sustainable, state-funded system for environmental education. Key developments: Digitisation of learning content Expansion of monitoring and evaluation Establishment of a central impact database Greater involvement of government partners Timeline All activities are geared towards scalability and institutional integration. New components for 2025–2029 include digitization, data-based monitoring, and participatory content development. Support us Launch 2011 Pilot project Start of environmental education in public schools Milestone 1 2011-2018 Implementation Professionalization teaching modules: 6157 children, 413 teachers trained annually Milestone 2 2022-2025 Consolidation State recognition, launch of «Écoles Vertes». 30,000 children annually Scaling 2030 Outlook New annual targets: > 200 schools, > 50,000 children, 1,000 teachers and globally 100 autonomous «Écoles Vertes» Project M232 Voices from the project “I was surprised when my son Ricardo asked me to help him start a small vegetable garden. Today, we harvest directly from it. I think that’s wonderful, because that is the true purpose of education: preparing children for life .” François Betombo, father of Ricardo (Ambohitralalana Primary School) ALL PROJECTS Any questions ? Rita Bachmann is your contact for questions regarding project funding and partnerships. rita.bachmann(at)ades-solaire.org +41 44 466 60 52 Support our projects Join us in protecting forests, promoting education and strengthening clean cooking solutions – support our local projects. Donate Insights

A Swiss NPO active in Madagascar Projects OUR TEAM Our core projects ADES works with a Results Framework that enables effective implementation and measurable impact. For its climate protection measures, ADES is Gold Standard certified. For 25 years, ADES has been making a significant impact in Madagascar: ADES is one of the organisations with the most significant and long-term impact on the island. Apply M100 Solar and energy-saving cookstoves The M100 project improves access to clean cooking . Energy-saving cookstoves significantly reduce fuel consumption, costs and smoke emissions, thereby sustainably improving the living conditions of users. Explore Apply M232 Environmental Education The M232 project combines environmental education with practical application in everyday life. It teaches children concrete ways to take action, thereby promoting a sustainable and responsible approach to natural resources. Explore Apply M233 Empowerment The M233 project “Empowerment ”: supporting resellers on their path to self-employment strengthens ADES’s distribution network in Madagascar and promotes economic independence, particularly for women. Explore Apply M240 Modular Institutional Kitchens The use of energy-efficient cooking appliances has significantly reduced fuel consumption, operating costs, and smoke emissions. Consequently, the installation of these kitchens has a direct impact on the health of cooks, costs, and the environment. Explore Apply M300 Reforestation The reforestation project promotes sustainable reforestation in particularly affected regions of Madagascar. It strengthens local livelihoods and contributes to the long-term protection and restoration of forests. Explore Apply M570 ADES Village+ With Village+, ADES brings together over 25 years of experience in an integrated village development model. The project combines clean cooking, reforestation, environmental education, school kitchens and local entrepreneurship into a holistic approach. Explore Any questions ? Rita Bachmann is your contact for questions regarding project funding and partnerships. rita.bachmann(at)ades-solaire.org +41 44 466 60 52 Support our projects Join us in protecting forests, promoting education and strengthening clean cooking solutions – support our local projects. Donate Newsroom Discover the stories and people behind ADES. One click, and you're at the heart of our impact. NEWSROOM Subscribe to our newsletter «Vaovao» and never miss an update. Email* I agree to the Privacy Policy . Subscribe

Project M570 ADES Village+ Climate-Resilient Villages for Madagascar ALL PROJECTS 01 Context Madagascar is heavily affected by deforestation, biodiversity loss and the impacts of climate change. Many families still cook with firewood or charcoal, while schools and communities often have only limited resources for sustainable development. With Village+, ADES brings together more than 25 years of experience in an integrated village development model. The project combines clean cooking energy, reforestation, environmental education, sustainable school kitchens and local entrepreneurship into a holistic approach for climate-resilient villages 02 Executive Summary Village+ creates climate-resilient villages by bringing together five proven ADES approaches into one integrated programme: clean cooking energy, reforestation and biodiversity, environmental education, sustainable school kitchens, and local entrepreneurship. Together with local communities, solutions are developed to protect natural resources, promote education and create new income opportunities. The implementation of the first pilot villages is planned from 2028 onwards. 03 Outcomes Clean Cooking Energy Access to improved cooking solutions Reduced firewood consumption and lower CO₂ emissions Reforestation and Biodiversity Restoration of degraded land Protection of natural resources and promotion of biodiversity Strengthened local stewardship of natural resources Environmental Education Strengthened environmental and climate protection skills among children, young people and teachers Increased environmental awareness within communities and long-term adoption of sustainable practices Sustainable School Kitchens Energy-efficient cooking solutions for schools Improved school meals with reduced firewood consumption Local Entrepreneurship New income opportunities through local distribution and service networks Strengthened economic resilience of local communities Timeline The project is planned for the period from January 2026 to December 2028 and forms part of a long-term commitment extending to 2030. Support us Launch 2026 Pilot Project Selection of villages, participatory planning process, assessment of current conditions, start of implementation Phase 1 2027 Implementation Full implementation of the modules, guidance, and support Phase 2 2028 Consolidation Evaluation, documentation, dissemination, and decision on expansion Scaling 2030 Outlook Reach over 50 new villages Projet M570 Insights from previous projects Village+ builds on the experience gained through ADES projects M100, M232, M233, M240 and M300. Key lessons incorporated into the concept include: Local governance instead of top-down approaches: Sustainable impact is achieved where communities are actively involved. Village+ therefore relies on local steering committees in each model village. Infrastructure requires support : Building kitchens or distributing cookstoves alone is not enough. Training, local role models and trained contact persons encourage effective use and behavioural change. Participation strengthens resilience : The best results were achieved when local actors were not only users, but also co-creators. Monitoring as a learning tool : Digital tools improve impact measurement and enable continuous adaptation. Strategic focus : Drawing on lessons learned between 2023 and 2025, ADES is placing greater emphasis on structurally disadvantaged rural regions. We are looking for committed partners to support the implementation of this project. Contact us to learn more about funding and partnership opportunities. ALL PROJECTS Any questions ? Rita Bachmann is your contact for questions regarding project funding and partnerships. rita.bachmann(at)ades-solaire.org +41 44 466 60 52 Support our projects Join us in protecting forests, promoting education and strengthening clean cooking solutions – support our local projects. Donate Einblicke