19 Oct 2023 To address climate change effectively through education, a fundamental shift in educational approaches is crucial. Until recently, education prioritized conventional subjects, but there is now a growing acknowledgement and acceptance of the urgent need to integrate fundamental aspects of climate change education into the school curriculum.In India, the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 emphasizes the integration of environmental awareness and sustainability into school curricula and, through the 2023 National Curriculum Framework for School Education (NCFSE), the country recognizes environmental education as a multidisciplinary field that has connections to all subjects. Incorporating relevant elements of climate change into education at all stages equips learners and young people with the knowledge, skills, behaviour and initiative to become responsible agents in coming up with climate solutions.It is also crucial to recognize that policies, no matter how well-conceived, should be translated into tangible actions and effective implementation. While the NEP 2020 and the NCFSE lay a strong foundation for environmental education in India, their success hinges ultimately on the practical steps taken and partnerships built to contribute towards schools and educational institutions across the nation.