Sustainability in Kyoto
KYOTO, JAPAN
Kyoto is a beautiful and culturally rich city, and it's a great place to explore sustainability through traditional practices, nature-based activities, and modern eco-initiatives. Every CIEE Faculty-Led & Custom program is a unique combination of high-quality academics and co-curricular activities and excursions that offer real-world experiences to enhance classroom learning.
Destination
Renowned for its rich cultural heritage, Kyoto, Japan has emerged as a leader in sustainability initiatives, blending traditional values with modern environmental practices. Kyoto's dedication to environmental stewardship is evident through various city-led programs. The city has become a leader in environmental policy and green technology, housing major research institutions and companies dedicated to sustainable development. Kyoto’s combination of historical wisdom and cutting-edge solutions provides an immersive environment for exploring how sustainable practices can be rooted in both culture and innovation—making Kyoto an ideal living laboratory for sustainability studies.
Co-Curricular Activities
LECTURES
The Sustainability in Kyoto program includes the following on-site lectures:
- Ecology Center tour with a guest speaker on Kyoto Protocol initiatives
- Kyoto Temple with a guest speaker on municipal support for sustainability initiatives at cultural sites
SITE VISITS
Here are just a few of the possibilities for co-curricular activities and excursions in Kyoto:
- Kyoto city bike tour: planning, preserving and protecting the ancient capital using Kyoto's extensive network of bicycle lanes and pedestrian-friendly streets.
- Wind Farm Visit: Explore how wind turbines convert wind into electricity, gaining insights into renewable energy technologies, and the benefits of wind energy in reducing greenhouse gas emissions and combating climate change.
- Forest Therapy Walks in Arashiyama: Participate in a guided shinrin-yoku (forest bathing) walk through the bamboo groves or nearby hills and learn about local flora, the ecosystem, and mindfulness in nature.
- A visit to an Energy Research Center to participate in interactive exhibitions that showcase the operation of nuclear power systems, energy generation processes and the importance of safety measures in nuclear facilities.
- A visit to Kansai Airport to learn about Solar Panel initiatives that align with Kansai Airports' commitment to environmental sustainability, aiming to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and promote renewable energy usage.
What's Included
Every program is tailored to suit the needs of your academic goals – so every program has unique program inclusions and pricing based on your needs. In addition to the programmatic and cultural inclusions above, a standard CIEE custom program includes on-site orientation, 24/7 emergency support, in-country transportation, accommodations, some meals, classroom space, comprehensive insurance coverage and logistical support from our on-site CIEE staff. We also offer marketing templates and other valuable tools to help you get the word out to students.
Health, Safety, & Security
CIEE has over seven decades of experience creating engaging and reliable study abroad programs around the world, with an excellent safety record. Each of our sites is regularly assessed using international risk management standards and data to facilitate successful programs. In addition, our custom and faculty-led programs include pre-departure and on-site orientations, iNext travel insurance, the support of trained CIEE staff members on-site, and 24/7 emergency support in-country. Learn more at ciee.org/safety.