Climate

Two thirds of children across Western Europe were exposed to extreme heatwaves between 1 January and 14 July this year, according to new data from Save the Children as temperatures soar and record wildfires ravage parts of Europe

As climate risks continue to intensify, early action is key to protecting community health. Community-based approaches are opening up more sustainable solutions – especially for children and vulnerable groups.

In Tam Giang commune, Ca Mau province, young people are taking steady steps to contribute to a greener and more climate-resilient community.

On 23–24 April 2026, Save the Children Vietnam participated in the Climate Change Education Forum of Shanghai Climate Week 2026, with the support of Save the Children China.

Nearly 80,000 young people and children to benefit from a raft of green initiatives in Zimbabwe, as part of a new project launched - focusing on creating green job opportunities by training young people in sustainable agriculture, renewable energy and waste management.

More than 60 young people from Vietnam and the Republic of Korea came together to connect, exchange ideas, and share climate initiatives at the event “Vietnam–Korea Youth Acting Green for a Shared Future.”

Climate change is increasingly impacting children’s lives and learning. In this context, climate change education should go beyond simply delivering knowledge; it needs to help children understand, experience, and gradually take action within their own environments.

Climateandeducation.org launches to close the gap between the climate change and education sectors.

“I hope this season goes well, with healthy and fast-growing shrimps… Thanks to the support of shrimp and crab seedlings, my family has a better chance to make a living,” shared a resident of Tam Giang Commune, Cà Mau, with a bright smile.

As Save the Children Türkiye, in cooperation with Disaster and Emergency Management Authority, the Ministry of National Education, local municipalities and our local partner, we implemented the Climate Awareness and Resilience for Emergencies & Sustainability Project (CARES), a child-centred initiative carried out in collaboration with the Refugees Association in Sultanbeyli, Istanbul.