Best Entry
Eco Talks by Zane Fenech Episode 3
submitted by St Edward's College : Zane Fenech for 11-14
campaign: YRE Entry
dissemination(s): other, School magazine, school media, website
filed under Podcasts
awarded: Best Entry
Eco Talks is a podcast all about sustainability and the environment, designed to inspire and empower listeners to make simple, impactful changes in their daily lives. Each episode features engaging and accessible conversations on practical ways to live greener, whether it’s reducing waste, conserving energy, or making eco-friendly lifestyle choices. In Episode 3, Zane interviews Prof. Alan Deidun, a marine biologist and environmental advocate, raises awareness about marine conservation. He highlights pollution, habitat destruction, and climate change, working on projects to protect Malta’s coasts and seas. He promotes sustainable practices and scientific research to safeguard marine biodiversity. Spotify Link- https://open.spotify.com/show/2i0bw6RufmQxLpjLflVQRG?si=7beb56f73f844f85 Youtube full episode: https://youtu.be/A5ozCZHoTUI?si=Cb_miDn2adCgxxPP 5 Min Snippet: https://youtu.be/vyjN4pDC06g Other screenshots – https://docs.google.com/document/d/1aFMAC7uBX289xrLu_wsv41pH_vyk1hna/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=118360512661484413456&rtpof=true&sd=true
Embrace the Night Flyers
submitted by Immaculate Conception School St. Jeanne Antide College Tarxien : Elisa Vassallo for 11-14
campaign: YRE Entry
dissemination(s): School magazine, school media, website
filed under Short form campaign video Video Clips
awarded: Best Entry
This video titled ‘Embracing the Night Flyers’ focuses on raising awareness about the critical role bats play in maintaining a balanced ecosystem. It aims to clarify common misconceptions about bats, which are often unfairly perceived as dangerous to humans. In reality, bats offer numerous benefits to the environment, agriculture, and ecosystems, such as controlling insect populations and pollinating plants. The video also highlights the importance of preserving these remarkable creatures, emphasising their ecological value. Additionally, it sheds light on how Xrobb l-Għaġin Nature Park serves as a vital shelter for bats, providing them with a safe habitat to thrive. Through this informative piece, the video seeks to educate the public on the importance of bat conservation and the positive impact these creatures have on both nature and human activities. YouTube link to the video:

A Cleaner Tomorrow Starts Today
submitted by St Augustine College : Isaac Borg
campaign: YRE Entry
dissemination(s): newspaper, School magazine, school media
filed under One Take Photo Photos
awarded: Best Entry
A flipped bucket reveals cigarette butts, showcasing the hidden pollution we often overlook. A striking reminder to keep our world cleaner
Golden Bay Cleanup: Restoring Our Shores, One Piece at a Time
submitted by St Augustine College : Jayden Lee Micallef, Nathan Muscat, Shawn Agius for 15-18
campaign: YRE Entry
dissemination(s): newspaper, School magazine, school media
filed under Articles
awarded: Best Entry
Following a clean up at Golden Bay, the students analysed the litter collected and are proposing some ideas on how litter can be further reduced on our beaches.
Mesmerised
submitted by Gozo College Agius de Soldanis Middle School : EkoSkola Committee
campaign: YRE Entry
dissemination(s): other, School magazine, school media, website
filed under Photo Story Photos
awarded: Best Entry
Foraging, using pesticide-free nettle. The tiny snail is living proof.
Mil-Lenti Tagħna-E07: Dr.Miriam Dalli [niddiskutu l-ambjent f’Malta]
submitted by Hamrun Our Lady Immaculate School : Deva Chircop Caruana, Elisa Caruana, Emma Camilleri, Emma Zahra, Estella Marie Attard, Lyn Mizzi Camilleri, Rebecca Farrugia for 15-18
campaign: YRE Entry
dissemination(s): other
filed under Podcasts
awarded: Best Entry
Episodju 7 mal-Ministru għall-Ambjent, l-Enerġija u l-Indafa, l-Onor. Dr.Miriam Dalli. F’dan l-episodju sirna nafu aktar mill-qrib lill-Ministru Miriam Dalli. L-għan ta’ dan l-episodju kien li nsiru nafu aktar dwar x’qed isir, u x’inhuma l-pjanijiet tal-Gvern preżenti fil-qasam ambjentali. Iddiskutejna, l-bżonn ta’ parks naturali, l-Awtorita tal-Klima, il-kampanja “Saving our Blue” fost ħafna affarijiet oħra. Rajna wkoll x’jaħsbu n-nies billi morna l-Belt Valletta u staqsejnihom diversi mistoqsijiet relatati mal-ambjent f’Malta. Segwuna ħalli flimkien ngħinu sabiex pajjiżna jkollu ambjent aħjar. Link to 5 minute clip: https://youtu.be/AGpKt3B-pkc Link to full podcast: https://youtu.be/5I1O2SQBjf0

Save our Oceans… Say NO to Plastic
submitted by Dun Manwel Attard St. Nicholas College Wardija school : Axel Gialanze for 19-25
campaign: YRE Entry
dissemination(s): school media
filed under Short form campaign video Video Clips
awarded: Best Entry
Plastic pollution in the ocean is one of the most significant environmental threats to marine life. Marine animals often mistake plastic for food or get entangled in it. This hinders them from moving and hunting for food resulting in starvation or drowning. Save our oceans and say no to plastic. Together we can make waves! This is the link to the video on Youtube:

Geo-Inf: A Sustainable Solution to Malta’s Water Crisis
submitted by St Michael Foundation : Chloe Coppini, Tommy Gatt for 11-14
campaign: YRE Entry
dissemination(s): School magazine, school media
filed under Articles
awarded: Best Entry
The article, written by students at St. Michael Foundation Senior School, highlights the launch of the Geo-Inf project aimed at addressing Malta’s water crisis. The initiative, which involves the installation of two new boreholes, is designed to replenish the island’s groundwater by collecting rainwater from surfaces like roofs and playgrounds. The students explain how this project helps reduce reliance on costly and energy-intensive desalinated water while promoting sustainable water management. Geo-Inf will save up to 2.5 million liters of water annually, contributing to Malta’s water conservation efforts. The article also emphasizes the students’ role in raising awareness about the importance of water conservation and encourages others to adopt similar environmentally friendly practices. Through their work, the students are actively contributing to the sustainability of Malta’s water resources.
Waves of Waste: When Nature Meets Neglect
submitted by Malta Visual and Performing Arts : Jethro Azzopardi Duca
campaign: YRE Entry
dissemination(s): other, school media
filed under One Take Photo Photos
awarded: Best Entry
This image captures the remains of a once-seaworthy boat, now stranded and deteriorating among overgrown vegetation and discarded waste. The peeling paint and broken structure tell a story of abandonment, while the surrounding litter highlights a broader issue—human neglect of both land and sea. Once a vessel of exploration, it now stands as a stark reminder of our responsibility toward the environment. Will we continue to let our surroundings decay, or will we take action to protect and restore them?
From Eco-School student to environment entrepreneur.
submitted by Immaculate Conception School, Tarxien : Kyla Nicole Psaila for 11-14
campaign: YRE Entry
dissemination(s): other, School Facebook page and shared by influencer, school magazine, school media, website
filed under Articles
awarded: Best Entry, Finalist
The article is about how Eco-Schools is a great opportunity for anyone and how greatly it can affect your life. It also is about how positively it affected Samira Axiak. An ex Eco-School student who is now an environmental entrepreneur. She is also a thrift shop co-owner with Maya Mifsud. The article has also a transcribed interview that I carried out with her. It shares information about the shop and her views and perspectives on certain things.


