Young Saviors of the Future: HERO 3.0 - Erasmus+ Project KA210-YOU
Young Saviors of the Future: HERO 3.0
Project Number: 2023-3-FR02-KA210-YOU-000175110
Programme: Erasmus+
Key Action: KA210-YOU (Simplified Youth Partnerships)
Duration: 24 months
Start Date: 01/01/2024
End Date: 31/12/2025
Can You Association was part of the international project “Young Saviors of the Future: HERO 3.0”, implemented under the Erasmus+ Programme, Key Action KA210-YOU.
The project brought together partners from Bulgaria, France, and Turkey, working towards a common mission: to raise young people’s awareness of climate change and motivate them to take real steps towards a more sustainable lifestyle.
HERO 3.0 focused on three key objectives:
- raising awareness about climate change and its consequences
- promoting practical methods for reducing individual carbon footprint
- encouraging young people to rethink overconsumption and build more sustainable habits
The main idea was simple: when we understand the impact of our choices, we can change the future.
The project contributed to:
- increased awareness among young people about climate change
- stronger motivation for sustainable everyday choices
- creation of practical resources that can be used beyond the project duration
- strengthening international cooperation in the field of sustainable education
The main project result was the development of an E-learning educational platform, offering accessible and useful content for young people related to climate change and carbon footprint.
The platform includes modules on topics such as:
The platform includes modules on topics such as:
- global warming and key environmental risks
- what carbon footprint is
- carbon footprint levels in different countries
- international agreements and climate policies
- ways to reduce carbon footprint in everyday life
- how to calculate your personal footprint
- eco-friendly habits and sustainable lifestyle choices
- youth action and climate responsibility
Carbon Footprint Calculator
One of the most useful and interactive outcomes of HERO 3.0 is the carbon footprint calculator, which allows everyone to check how eco-friendly their daily habits are.
Through a short quiz, the calculator helps users understand:
The calculator is freely accessible and can be used by anyone who wants to learn more about their impact on the planet:
https://hero3calculator.eu/
One of the most useful and interactive outcomes of HERO 3.0 is the carbon footprint calculator, which allows everyone to check how eco-friendly their daily habits are.
Through a short quiz, the calculator helps users understand:
- their estimated annual carbon footprint
- which habits have the biggest impact
- what small changes can lead to a more sustainable lifestyle
The calculator is freely accessible and can be used by anyone who wants to learn more about their impact on the planet:
https://hero3calculator.eu/
International partnership
The project was implemented with the participation of the following partners:
Institut Saumurois de la Communication (ISC) – France (coordinator)
ADU University – Turkey
COMU University – Turkey
Can You Association – Bulgaria
This cooperation allowed the partners to exchange experience, ideas, and good practices in the field of sustainable education and youth engagement.
Meetings and exchange of good practices
As part of the project, international meetings were organised to support coordination, share progress, and plan the next steps.
These meetings contributed not only to the successful implementation of the project, but also to building strong partnerships and a shared vision.
The project was implemented with the participation of the following partners:
Institut Saumurois de la Communication (ISC) – France (coordinator)
ADU University – Turkey
COMU University – Turkey
Can You Association – Bulgaria
This cooperation allowed the partners to exchange experience, ideas, and good practices in the field of sustainable education and youth engagement.
Meetings and exchange of good practices
As part of the project, international meetings were organised to support coordination, share progress, and plan the next steps.
- France (April 2024) – kickoff meeting and activity planning
- Turkey (November 2024) – progress review and exchange of educational approaches
- Bulgaria (September 2025) – finalisation of results and sustainability planning
These meetings contributed not only to the successful implementation of the project, but also to building strong partnerships and a shared vision.
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