Alfonso Benevento, Scientific Coordinator of the Project and ANP Member, answered some questions about the project, offering his perspective on the experience that students and teachers had during the phases of “The more I know, the less I consume”.
1) What is the level of interest and awareness among students on sustainability topics?
«Often, younger children know little about these topics because they are not yet widely discussed in schools. The project fills this gap with a gradual approach that introduces children to key concepts in a simple and engaging way, grounding abstract topics in their daily reality. The integration of the digital dimension, using tools like Arduino and artificial intelligence, further amplifies their interest. Think of the enthusiasm that arises in the classroom when experimenting with robotics».
2) How were the schools that stood out and were awarded on October 15 identified?
«We awarded schools that demonstrated not only learning but also teamwork, collaboration, and knowledge sharing, including community involvement. For example, some schools transformed Safer Internet Day into a widespread day of environmental and digital sustainability, while others organized public events to showcase their work. Initiatives like these spread the culture of sustainability within local communities and increase awareness».
3) Can the project help schools themselves to integrate STEAM topics into their curricula?
«Certainly. With robotics, coding, and computational thinking, “The more I know, the less I consume'”represents a real paradigm shift, opening new educational scenarios where technology becomes a tool for active and engaging learning. Teachers can experiment with new methodologies, and the enthusiasm of students and parents confirms the effectiveness of this approach, which prepares young people with future skills and motivates them to learn».
4) What is the project's impact on students and families in terms of engagement and learning?
«It has been truly remarkable, as demonstrated by the exponential increase in participants, and it involves not only students but also their families. Many parents, like a mother who wrote to us, have discovered Plenitude's commitment to youth education and the promotion of future-proof energy models. Her words, “The more I know, the less I consume” is educating my son and, consequently, me as well,' perfectly encapsulate the project's deep impact at the family level».
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