The project aimed to promote sustainability education in vocational training for the HoReCa sector by identifying key sustainability action areas and related skills requirements. It developed teaching and learning materials in line with sector needs and enhanced the capacity of VET teachers to teach sustainability effectively. The project aimed to improve students' understanding of sustainable work culture, while seeking to ensure alignment between VET programmes and labour market needs. A key outcome is the Aim2Sustain online learning platform, which provides tailor-made teaching and learning materials with Open Educational Resources (OER) for wider access to sustainability-related learning materials. In addition, the Guidelines for Sustainability as a Competence in HoReCa provide a structured framework to support educators and practitioners in embedding sustainability in education and practice.
This project focuses on building sustainability skills in the HoReCa (Hotel, Restaurant, Catering) sector through cooperation partnerships in vocational education and training. The project addresses the growing need for vocational education and training (VET) that focuses on sustainable practices within the hospitality and catering sector. With the rising demand for green skills, it is essential to equip VET students with the necessary knowledge and competencies to contribute to sustainability initiatives. By integrating sustainability-focused curricula, hands-on training, and collaboration between VET providers and HoReCa sector professionals, the project seeks to prepare the next generation of hospitality professionals better to meet environmental challenges, drive innovation, and support the transition toward a more sustainable future.