Repapel is a civil society organization that has been actively promoting environmental education and the circular economy for over 20 years in Uruguay.
It aims to transform consumption and waste disposal habits by creating recycling networks that involve communities, educational institutions, and public and private organizations.
With a presence in more than 75 schools and the support of over 160 organizations, Repapel develops waste management programs that encourage active and informed participation.
These initiatives include providing educational materials as an incentive for those who participate in recycling and the proper sorting of waste.
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Inter-institutional collaboration is a key component of its strategy. In this regard, ORT supports these efforts by donating all the paper and cardboard it collects on its campuses, reaffirming its commitment to an environmentally responsible culture.
Thanks to its track record and comprehensive approach, Repapel plays a key role in promoting sustainable practices, inspiring local communities to commit to caring for the environment and to adopt habits that foster a society that is more conscious of and respectful toward its surroundings.
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ORT and Repapel: A Partnership for Recycling and the Circular Economy
Since 2018, the Universidad ORT Uruguay activelyUniversidad ORT Uruguay with Repapel by donating all the paper and cardboard generated on its campuses.
This partnership promotes the circular economy by turning waste into valuable resources and helping to reduce waste.
Thanks to this initiative, 47.6 tons of materials have been collected and recycled; these materials are then turned into notebooks, cardstock, and toilet paper and donated to public schools.
Design, education, and social commitment: a connection that goes beyond
In addition to donating materials, students from ORT’s School of Design participated in the creation of the covers for the recycled notebooks, combining creativity, sustainability, and social responsibility.
The university also supports teacher training and inclusion by providing a scholarship that allows a teacher to participate free of charge in the educational workshop organized by Repapel.
This partnership strengthens education for sustainable development, fostering changes in habits and consumption patterns through awareness-raising and training.
A day to rethink environmental education
The conference builds on the journey that began in 2024, which brought together teachers, instructors, workshop leaders, and educators around a shared goal: to reimagine education through a connection with nature, art, and hands-on experience.
Under the theme“Weaving Connections Between Education, Nature, and the Arts,”this new edition takes an integrative approach, where science engages with art, play, and poetry, creating educational experiences that extend beyond the classroom and strengthen the connection between learning and the environment.
The main objective is to strengthen environmental education from a local and sensitive perspective, promoting knowledge that arises from direct contact with the environment and that encourages collective action.
An event organized responsibly
True to its principles, the event will be organized with a comprehensive approach to sustainability, applying circular economy principles to the use of supplies, waste management, and all aspects of logistics.
Local suppliers will be given priority, responsible practices will be encouraged, and every organizational decision will be aligned with the message being promoted.
A collective call
The Second Conference on Environmental Education invites participants to create a space for gathering, reflection, and action among educators, artists, researchers, and organizations committed to an education that embraces life, art, and the earth.
Education, nature, and art come together to pave new paths toward a culture of greater environmental awareness, collaboration, and inspiration.
Conference Schedule
The 2nd Repapel Environmental Education Conference will be held on Saturday, October 18, 2025, from 9:15 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., at the Santa Lucía Educational Farm, a natural setting ideal for connecting education with authentic experiences in nature.
Program and Activities
The event is designed to offer a comprehensive and enriching experience, combining opportunities for learning, reflection, and connection with the natural environment.
The event will begin with a group welcome and an introductory session led by Repapel, during which key ideas about environmental education will be shared from a sensitive and interdisciplinary perspective.
During the day, participants will be able to choose two of the four thematic workshops offered, which will be held in two sessions (morning and afternoon).
The activities will be led by teachers and groups specializing in the natural sciences, physical expression, poetry, and play.
There will also be opportunities to share lunch and an afternoon snack, enjoy the natural surroundings, and gather around the campfire for a closing ceremony, where the experiences and knowledge shared throughout the day will come together.
Themed workshops
Each participant may choose at least two of the following four theoretical and conceptual workshops, led by specialized instructors
- Natural Sciences:“Curiosity as a Seed”- Fiorella Fernández and Cecilia Marzaroli
- Body Expression:“Subtle Encounters”- Silvana Dalmás and Víctor García
- Poetry:“Natural Poetics”- Elisa Michelena and Laura Bianchi Zaffaroni / Cauce Experiencias
- Exhibition:“Playing?: The Playful Dimensions of Education”- JULANA Collective
Registration
Registration includes:
- Round-trip transportation from Plaza Cuba (optional)
- Lunch and snack
- Materials for the activities
- Certificate of Attendance
To participate, you must complete the registration form: Registration Form: 2nd Repapel Conference on Environmental Education
We recommend registering in advance to secure your spot (space is limited) and take advantage of discounts.
Discounts available
- 30% discount for teachers at Repapel Schools (2025), through October 3
- 20% early bird discount, valid through September 12
Contact Us
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