The Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering (DICA) at Politecnico di Milano announces the launch of the ‘My Sustainable School’ – ideas for building the future, starting from the high schools.
Inspired by the United Nations 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, the competition emphasises specific Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) particularly relevant to environmental and civil engineering, including:

• Goal 6: Clean Water and Sanitation
• Goal 7: Affordable and Clean Energy
• Goal 9: Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
• Goal 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities
• Goal 12: Responsible Consumption and Production
• Goal 13: Climate Action
• Goal 15: Life on Land

Eligibility
The contest is open to classes or groups of pupils who, in 2025-2026, will attend the 3rd or 4th year of a high school in the province of Milan. The maximum number of pupils per group is 30, all attending the same school in the year 2025-2026.

Contest Guidelines
Participants are invited to propose solutions aimed at enhancing their school’s sustainability across aspects such as physical spaces, daily practices, and resource utilisation. Proposals should demonstrate critical thinking, practical application of knowledge, and a commitment to transforming schools into more efficient, inclusive, and forward-looking environments. Submissions must be realistic, innovative, and supported by thorough analyses of costs, constraints, and expected benefits.

The deadline for submitting proposals via the online form on the contest website is September 30th, 2025. Comprehensive information materials will be made available to assist participating schools in their project planning. The initiative also involves the Infrastructure and Services Management Area, with a focus on projects targeting reduced energy consumption, sustainable mobility, and circular economy principles.

Awards
Finalist groups will have the opportunity to receive specialised consultancy from partner companies and participate in educational experiences focused on sustainability, such as guided tours and field trips. The award ceremony will be held in 2026.

Rules and registration form at this page (in italian): La Mia Scuola Sostenibile

For further information, please contact: comunicazione-eventi-dica@polimi.it