About us

The exam for a
sustainable future

The exam is more than a test, not to pass, but to understand and learn from it. It is a way in which we engage schools, governments, organisations and individuals in the most urgent challenge of our time: climate change. By making science accessible and encouraging action, we aim to contribute to that.

About us

The exam for a
sustainable future

The exam is more than a test, not to pass, but to understand and learn from it. It is a way in which we engage schools, governments, organisations and individuals in the most urgent challenge of our time: climate change. By making science accessible and encouraging action, we aim to contribute to that.

About us

The exam for a
sustainable future

The exam is more than a test, not to pass, but to understand and learn from it. It is a way in which we engage schools, governments, organisations and individuals in the most urgent challenge of our time: climate change. By making science accessible and encouraging action, we aim to contribute to that.

With a purpose…

Our goal is clear: to use the exam strength to make a sustainable impact. For young and old. Because we are never done learning. Maya Angelou expressed it beautifully: "When you know better, you do better."

The more we know and understand, the better we are able to act on it. Together we are working towards a future where learning and living go hand in hand with caring for our planet.

Who we are

A non-profit initiative supported by provinces and businesses

The Climate Exam is a non-profit initiative from Darel Education and is supported by the Dutch Water Authority and the provinces of Noord-Holland, Utrecht, Zeeland, and Zuid-Holland. We collaborate with various (knowledge) partners and have an examination board to ensure the quality of the exam.

With a purpose…

Our goal is clear: to use the exam strength to make a sustainable impact. For young and old. Because we are never done learning. Maya Angelou expressed it beautifully: "When you know better, you do better."

The more we know and understand, the better we are able to act on it. Together we are working towards a future where learning and living go hand in hand with caring for our planet.

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The province of North Holland aims for a climate-neutral future by reducing greenhouse gases and protecting the region against climate change.

''To achieve this goal, we incorporate climate policy into all our activities and decisions. In this, the province plays a role model. From the budget to the projects on the ground: wherever possible, we focus on the sustainability of our own organisation. The climate examination is an important part of this approach. By informing and involving our employees in the climate challenges, we strengthen our role as a climate pioneer and take steps towards a climate-neutral province by 2050.''

Rosan Kocken

Deputy of the province of North Holland for Climate and Energy, Nature and Landscape, Water and Soil, and Climate Adaptation.

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The province of North Holland aims for a climate-neutral future by reducing greenhouse gases and protecting the region against climate change.

''To achieve this goal, we incorporate climate policy into all our activities and decisions. In this, the province plays a role model. From the budget to the projects on the ground: wherever possible, we focus on the sustainability of our own organisation. The climate examination is an important part of this approach. By informing and involving our employees in the climate challenges, we strengthen our role as a climate pioneer and take steps towards a climate-neutral province by 2050.''

Rosan Kocken

Deputy of the province of North Holland for Climate and Energy, Nature and Landscape, Water and Soil, and Climate Adaptation.

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The province of North Holland aims for a climate-neutral future by reducing greenhouse gases and protecting the region against climate change.

Rosan Kocken

Deputy of the province of North Holland for Climate and Energy, Nature and Landscape, Water and Soil, and Climate Adaptation.

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Our values

What we believe in

We believe that everyone can continue to learn. We believe in knowledge. And we believe that every action counts. With the Climate Exam, we bring it all together. Where together is the key word: our actions form a movement. In this way, we want to create a sense of agency and hope for a green future.

Knowledge as a Basis

The Climate Examination provides clear, scientifically based knowledge. Understanding the causes and consequences of climate change is essential to take action.

Together for Impact

Our planet connects us. We bring schools, communities, and organizations together to contribute to a sustainable future. Only through collective effort can we achieve real change.

Action through Awareness

Knowledge is valuable, but it only becomes impactful when it leads to action. We inspire and support participants to contribute to a sustainable world with practical ideas, whether in their organization or individually.

Our values

What we believe in

We believe that everyone can continue to learn. We believe in knowledge. And we believe that every action counts. With the Climate Exam, we bring it all together. Where together is the key word: our actions form a movement. In this way, we want to create a sense of agency and hope for a green future.

Knowledge as a Basis

The Climate Examination provides clear, scientifically based knowledge. Understanding the causes and consequences of climate change is essential to take action.

Together for Impact

Our planet connects us. We bring schools, communities, and organizations together to contribute to a sustainable future. Only through collective effort can we achieve real change.

Action through Awareness

Knowledge is valuable, but it only becomes impactful when it leads to action. We inspire and support participants to contribute to a sustainable world with practical ideas, whether in their organization or individually.

Our Partners

In collaboration with a strong alliance of partners, we make the Climate Examination substantively relevant and organisationally feasible.

Our Partners

In collaboration with a strong alliance of partners, we make the Climate Examination substantively relevant and organisationally feasible.

Edition 2024

The first edition

The first Climate Exam was organised at 11 locations. From Almelo to Heerde and from Den Bosch to Utrecht, over 400 candidates took on the challenge. The Climate Exam was also well received online, with no fewer than 10,000 candidates taking the climate test on their phone. Given the many positive responses, we will continue in 2025!

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Spread across 11 cities in the Netherlands, the climate exam was conducted for 60 minutes.

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An interactive test that sharpens your climate knowledge in 10 minutes.

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In the academy building in Utrecht

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In the academy building in Utrecht

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Edition 2024

The first edition

The first Climate Exam was organised at 11 locations. From Almelo to Heerde and from Den Bosch to Utrecht, over 400 candidates took on the challenge. The Climate Exam was also well received online, with no fewer than 10,000 candidates taking the climate test on their phone. Given the many positive responses, we will continue in 2025!

Physical

Spread across 11 cities in the Netherlands, the climate exam was conducted for 60 minutes.

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Physical participants

Online

An interactive test that sharpens your climate knowledge in 10 minutes.

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Online participants

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In the academy building in Utrecht

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The Climate Examination in the media

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