SCONE Project - from Water Resource Protection to the Circular Economy. Day Two of the Sustainability Camp in Roskilde

Water resource protection, the circular economy and climate change adaptation were the main themes of the second day of the international Sustainability Camp “Water is Life – Shape What’s Next!” in Denmark. In Roskilde, young people from Poland, Lithuania, Germany and Denmark took part in field activities and study visits, exploring practical solutions for managing natural resources and waste while carrying out environmental observations.

Sustainability in Practice

The second day of the international youth camp, organised as part of the SCONE – Sustainability Cooperation Network in the South Baltic project, took place in Roskilde. The programme was based on work in thematic groups, allowing participants to explore different aspects of sustainable development – from water resource and environmental protection to the circular economy and climate change adaptation.

The activities gave young people an opportunity to learn about practical approaches to natural resource and waste management, conduct their own observations and analyse the relationship between human activity and the environment.

From Waste to Energy

One group explored the natural springs and water resources of Roskilde and visited ARGO and the Energy Tower, where participants learned how a waste-to-energy facility operates.

Waste that cannot be recycled is used to generate electricity and district heating. The visit provided an opportunity to see practical solutions for municipal waste management, energy recovery and reducing the amount of waste sent to landfill.

Environmental Research in Roskilde Fjord

Another group carried out environmental research in Roskilde Fjord, combining observations of the natural environment with field activities. Participants were able to examine the local aquatic environment directly and apply their knowledge in practice.

The activities provided an opportunity to better understand the importance of aquatic ecosystems and the impact of human activity on their functioning.

People and Climate – Looking into the Past

Another group visited the Land of Legends in Lejre, where the young participants explored life during the Iron Age and learned about historical ways in which people adapted to environmental and climatic conditions.

This part of the programme offered a different perspective on adaptation, showing how people throughout history used available resources and adjusted their way of life to the surrounding environment.

Shared Experiences and International Integration

The second day of the Sustainability Camp concluded with a joint reflection on the experiences gained throughout the day. Participants exchanged observations from the different group activities and considered sustainable development from several perspectives.

The day ended with a campfire gathering, providing an informal setting for conversations, exchange of experiences and building relationships among young people from the South Baltic region.