Macmillan Education Caribbean has officially announced the commencement of the 2025 Young Environmental Scientists (YES) Competition, set to kick off in October 2025. This initiative invites primary school students aged 7 to 11 and secondary students aged 12 to 18 from across the Caribbean to explore local environmental challenges and devise innovative, actionable solutions aligned with the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goal 15: Life on Land. The competition aims to inspire young minds to address pressing ecological issues while fostering creativity and scientific curiosity. Participants are required to form teams of four and prepare a 2–5 minute video report showcasing their research, proposed solutions, and potential impact. Supplementary visuals such as models, posters, or photographs are encouraged to enhance their presentations. Submissions will be accepted until November 28, 2025, and must be submitted via the official competition portal by a teacher, parent, or guardian. The competition will recognize both regional and country-specific winners, with prizes including workshops for entire classes and monetary vouchers redeemable at local bookstores. Katy Corderoy, Marketing Manager at Macmillan Education Caribbean, emphasized that the YES Competition is more than a contest; it is a platform for nurturing environmental awareness, critical thinking, teamwork, and scientific curiosity among Caribbean youth. The initiative seeks to amplify the voices of young environmental scientists and empower them to drive sustainable change in their communities. For further details, including competition guidelines and submission instructions, interested parties can email [email protected] or visit the entry portal at https://forms.microsoft.com/e/AVE58k4uss. Macmillan Education Caribbean eagerly anticipates the innovative ideas and contributions that this year’s participants will bring, celebrating their efforts toward a greener future for the region.
