The need to educate and inspire the next generation of Tidy Kiwis is at the heart of what we do. Environmental initiatives in schools are key to helping make this happen, by starting conversations, engaging kids and building a sense of community. We offer a variety of environmental education programmes for children of all ages to teach our kids the importance of caring for and protecting our environment.Mizuiku Upstream BattleDid you know that 80% of marine litter globally starts life on land?Our Upstream Battle citizen science programme aims to get students and volunteers across the country collecting litter at key upstream sites, such as rivers, lakes and streams to provide a better understanding of the root causes of ocean pollution.This environmental education programme links to the New Zealand Curriculum. Data collected as part of this programme will contribute to both national and international research.Find out moreClean Up WeekEach year we hold our annual Clean Up Week. This is Aotearoa’s biggest clean up event, and takes place every spring.In 2025, we had over 4000 volunteers register to take part in clean up events across the country. Volunteers collected a total of 30 tonnes of waste, that’s the same weight as a Sperm Whale!This is a great opportunity to get your school together to participate in New Zealand’s largest clean up event.Find out moreResene Wall Worthy CompetitionOur Resene Wall Worthy Competition gives early childhood centres, schools and youth groups the opportunity to create a large-scale artwork which communicates an environmental message that their student’s feel passionate about.Let your students’ creativity create environmental awareness and teach your tamariki the importance of Keeping New Zealand Beautiful by getting them involved in creating the design and bringing it to life!Winning submissions receive a $750 Resene paint voucher, drop cloth/s and high vis vest/s to help them bring their design to life.A range of classroom resources are also available to help incorporate the planning, design and creation of the mural art into your classroom learning.Find out moreKiki Kiwi & Friends Litter Less ProgrammeOur Kiki Kiwi Litter Less Programme educates student aged 5-11-years old about the importance of ‘Doing the Right Thing’. This programme has been developed in line with the New Zealand Curriculum.The programme consists of six inquiry questions and is delivered by teachers over 12 lesson and three themes: defining litter, understanding litter, actions.Find out moreBeautiful AwardsThe Beautiful Awards are run annually and act as a bench mark for environmental excellence. Each year we celebrate everyone and everything from young legends, sustainable schools, community environmental initiation, and best towns and cities – right through to best street and best loo!Find out moreFind out the key dates for our school programmes and competitions.2024 Programme Calendar
