Press start on net zero: Minecraft, climate action and children’s rights

In this session, the NSW Department of Education STEM Enrichment team explores the strategic importance of Net Zero education and demonstrates how game-based learning supports systems thinking, collaboration and real-world problem solving. Participants will experience a guided tour of the Minecraft world, followed by insights from UNICEF Australia, linking climate learning to children’s rights and global citizenship. Audience takeawaysEarly access to Eco Detectives Unite – The Race to Zero in Minecraft Education, with a guided overview of how the world works and how it can be implemented in classrooms. Ready-to-use classroom resources that teachers can download and use immediately, including lesson ideas, curriculum links and student activities. Practical strategies for teaching Net Zero and sustainability, using immersive game-based learning to develop systems thinking, collaboration and problem-solving. Connections to global citizenship and children’s rights, with ideas for empowering students to take action on climate challenges in their schools and communities.