Sustainable Education
- Learn
- Explore
- Apply
Nature-based learning and experiential education, woven into the ordinary school year.
Happening now
Our ongoing event
Registration is open. Everything the network does this year starts here.
Bengaluru Conclave 2026
Nature in Education for Sustainability
A one-day conclave bringing principals, teachers, education leaders and environmental experts together to make nature part of everyday learning — and to launch the Green Schools Bengaluru Network.
On the day- Keynote addresses
- Two expert panels
- Success stories
- Launch of the Network
About the network
A movement, not
A movement, not
an activity
The Green Schools Network Bengaluru (TGSN-B) is a pioneering initiative by Vanalok Foundation that reimagines education by placing nature at the heart of learning. It is a collaborative movement that empowers schools to become Model Green Organisations — institutions where sustainability is not an activity, but a way of thinking, learning, and living.
Built on the pillars of Sustainable Education, Sustainable Campuses and Sustainable Communities, the network brings together schools, educators, environmental leaders, researchers and young change makers to create a future where education nurtures both people and the planet.
Sustainable Campuses
- Plant
- Build
- Sustain
Green campus development, so the grounds a school already has become the thing being studied.
Sustainable Communities
- Share
- Collaborate
- Lead
Environmental research, leadership development and collaborative innovation across the city.
The platform
What the network does
At a time when environmental challenges are reshaping our world, schools have a unique opportunity to inspire the next generation of responsible citizens. The network provides the knowledge, partnerships and opportunities needed to turn that vision into meaningful action.
As a comprehensive platform for sustainability in education, Vanalok Foundation supports schools through nature-based learning, experiential education, green campus development, environmental research, leadership development and collaborative innovation. By connecting institutions across the city, the network enables schools to learn from one another, share successful practices, and collectively build resilient learning environments.
Capacity Building
- Train
- Mentor
- Lead
Teacher training, leadership workshops, webinars and masterclasses for the staff who will carry this.
Year-round programmeGreen Campuses
- Plant
- Compost
- Harvest
Native gardens, waste systems, rainwater harvesting and energy conservation, run by students themselves.
What we doOutdoor Learning
- Walk
- Camp
- Observe
Nature camps, forest visits, biodiversity walks and eco-trails, built into the school year.
Year-round programmeNature Research
- Measure
- Record
- Publish
Student studies on lakes, trees, air and water quality, and the local effects of a changing climate.
Year-round programmeCommunity Engagement
- Adopt
- Restore
- Campaign
Lake adoption, park restoration, awareness drives and volunteering that reach past the school gate.
Year-round programmeThe Network Itself
- Share
- Compare
- Report
Knowledge sharing, mentoring between schools, annual reporting and an exchange of what actually works.
Join the networkMore than a network, TGSN-B is a growing community united by a common purpose — to learn with nature, grow through nature, and lead for a sustainable future. It is a neutral platform where ideas become action, collaboration drives innovation, and education becomes a powerful force for environmental stewardship.
500+Schools targeted
1,500+Educators
3,00,000+Students reached
0Schools registered
In practice
What it looks
What it looks
like on the ground
Three habits, running from the school gate to the Western Ghats. Every member school picks up as much of this as it can carry.
01 — Strand
Learn with nature
Nature-based education woven into the ordinary school year, rather than saved for one field trip a term. Government and private schools alike — the network is open to any school willing to act.
- Nature camps and forest visits
- Biodiversity walks
- Eco-trails on and off campus
02 — Strand
Care for nature
Campuses the students run themselves: what gets planted, what gets composted, where the water goes. The campus stops being a backdrop and becomes the thing being studied.
- Native gardens
- Waste and composting systems
- Rainwater harvesting and energy use
03 — Strand
Lead sustainable change
Work that reaches past the gate and into the neighbourhood — and a network of schools comparing notes on what actually worked, so nobody starts from scratch.
- Lake adoption and park restoration
- Neighbourhood campaigns
- Shared reporting between schools
Why it matters
Beyond the annual
Beyond the annual
activity
Joining the Green Schools Network Bengaluru enables schools to move beyond traditional environmental activities and become leaders in sustainability, innovation and experiential education.
Benefits for Schools
- Transform into a Model Green School through sustainable campus development and environmental best practices.
- Strengthen institutional reputation by becoming part of a recognised network of forward-thinking schools.
- Access expert guidance and resources on nature-based education, green infrastructure and sustainability initiatives.
- Collaborate with leading educators and institutions to exchange knowledge, ideas and successful practices.
- Gain recognition and awards for excellence in sustainability, innovation and environmental leadership.
Benefits for Teachers
- Professional development through workshops, masterclasses, webinars and certification programmes.
- Innovative teaching methodologies using nature-based and experiential learning approaches.
- Access to curriculum-linked learning resources and environmental education tools.
- Networking opportunities with education leaders, researchers and sustainability experts.
- Recognition as environmental educators through leadership opportunities and annual awards.
Benefits for Students
- Hands-on learning through nature camps, biodiversity walks, field studies and citizen science projects.
- Critical life skills including leadership, teamwork, problem-solving and environmental stewardship.
- Real-world sustainability projects that create measurable community impact.
- Scientific inquiry and research skills through biodiversity, climate and conservation projects.
- Becoming future-ready global citizens, ready to address environmental challenges.
How to take part
Three ways to join
Membership runs for one year and is open to schools, to the people who teach in them, and to the students themselves.
Register as School
- Enrol
- Green
- Lead
₹3,000 Organizations · per year
For schools and institutions joining as a Green School — the whole campus takes part, and the school is counted in the network.
Membership detailsRegister as Teacher
- Train
- Guide
- Mentor
₹750 Individuals · per year
For teachers, principals and education leaders joining in their own right, and for any individual who wants to take part.
Membership detailsRegister as Student
- Learn
- Explore
- Act
₹350 Students · per year
For students joining as members — nature camps, field studies, citizen science and student-led projects.
Membership detailsAnnual subscription charges, valid for one year — Students ₹350, Individuals ₹750, Organizations ₹3,000. Attending the Bengaluru Conclave itself remains free and needs no membership.
Vanalok FoundationConvenor
EMPRIEnvironmental Management & Policy Research Institute
Karnataka Bharat Scouts & GuidesHost partner
Join the network
Every school a catalyst
Join the Green Schools Network Bengaluru and be part of a movement where every school becomes a catalyst for positive environmental change. The Bengaluru Conclave on 05 August 2026 is where the network comes together, and registration is free.