Noordoostpolder kids become Junior Climate Coaches with fun challenges
Over 80 children in the Noordoostpolder are learning to tackle climate issues through playful challenges, from biodiversity to sustainable transport. The program, led by TV hero Varkentje Rund, empowers kids to make a difference at home and in their community.
| Key Data Point | Details |
|---|---|
| Program | Junior Climate Coach |
| Location | Noordoostpolder (Emmeloord) |
| Kickoff Date | March 9, 2026 |
| Participants | 80 children (BSO De Tamtam, BSO Emmelerbos, BSO De Spetters) |
| Age Group | 7–12 years |
| National Participation | Over 1,000 children |
| TV Hero Involvement | Varkentje Rund (from Het Klokhuis) |
| Focus Themes | Biodiversity, water, transport, waste reduction |
The Noordoostpolder municipality, in collaboration with childcare organizations like SKN, promotes environmental awareness among youth through educational initiatives. This program aligns with broader national efforts to engage children in sustainability from an early age.
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Children in Noordoostpolder to become Junior Climate Coaches
Doing a good deed for the climate. How do you do that? Throughout the entire month of March, groups across the country will launch this cheerful educational program. In the Noordoostpolder, the official kickoff will take place at BSO De Tamtam in Emmeloord on Monday, March 9. Alderman René van Amersfoort: “Adult-sized themes such as biodiversity, water, the impact of goods and transport are made practical. Knowledge and awareness of what you can do for a better climate are increasing.” Joyce Ferwerda of SKN: “The children are working on this at the BSO and at home with their families. They are aiming to become a true Junior Climate Coach.” A total of 80 children from BSO De Tamtam, BSO Emmelerbos, and BSO De Spetters are participating.
Increasing awareness of climate issues through play
What lives in a tree? Where do your favorite vegetables come from? And take a look in your wardrobe. Over 1,000 children across the Netherlands, aged approximately 7 to 12, will participate in Junior Climate Coach, tackling climate issues through short challenges in a playful and practical way.
Defeating the sock monster with a TV hero
TV hero Varkentje Rund (known from the TV program Het Klokhuis) will take on the role of Junior Climate Coach for four weeks, working with the children on practical climate actions. Together, they will learn about plants and animals and think about different ways to travel from here to there. And do you also suffer from the sock monster? The Junior Climate Coaches will tackle it together.