6 Schools, 6 Green Walls – The MOUNT GREENFRA Project Brings More Greenery to School Environments

September was a month dedicated to greenery, sustainability, and cross-border cooperation within the MOUNT GREENFRA project. We officially handed over new green walls at six secondary schools in Slovakia and Hungary, which not only enhance the school environment but also highlight the importance of environmental protection and sustainable solutions.
The green walls were implemented as part of the MOUNT GREENFRA – Mount green infrastructure development for water valorisation (HUSK/2302/1.2/060) project, which aims to promote the development of green infrastructure, sustainable water management, and environmental awareness in the Slovak-Hungarian border region.

Their implementation followed the EcoChallenge environmental competition, in which students demonstrated their knowledge, creativity, and interest in nature conservation. Their success in the competition was transformed into tangible green solutions that have become a permanent part of their school environments.

Three Green Walls in Slovakia

In Slovakia, the official handover ceremonies took place at three schools – Gymnázium in Spišská Nová Ves, Gymnázium, Trebišovská 12 in Košice, and Gymnázium-Gimnázium in Kráľovský Chlmec.
The ceremonies were also attended by Ing. Rastislav Trnka, President of the Košice Self-Governing Region, whose presence highlighted the importance of green initiatives and environmental education.
All three events also featured interactive environmental workshops, during which students explored topics such as environmental protection, sustainability, and the importance of greenery in everyday life.

The Green Initiative Continued in Hungary

Following the successful handover ceremonies in Slovakia, the project continued in Miskolc, Hungary, where three additional green walls were installed.
The official handover ceremonies took place at Fráter György Katolikus Gimnázium, Herman Ottó Gimnázium, and Fényi Gyula Jezsuita Gimnázium, successfully completing the series of six handover events.
The events were also attended by Bánné dr. Gál Boglárka, President of the General Assembly of Borsod-Abaúj-Zemplén County, who showed her support for the initiative through her participation.
In Hungary, the programme also included environmental workshops organised by the Zöld Kapcsolat Egyesület association, introducing students to biodiversity, nature conservation, and sustainable lifestyles through interactive activities.

More Than Just Green Walls

The new green walls are more than just an aesthetic addition to school premises. They demonstrate how green infrastructure can be combined with environmental education and the active involvement of young people.

Six schools, two countries, and one shared goal – a greener and more sustainable future.