EEF Student Programs · 2026Sichuan Study Tour 2026
Resilience & Symbiosis
A flagship interdisciplinary field camp exploring horse ecology, ESG leadership and cultural resilience on the Western Sichuan plateau.
Organised by Earth Environmental Foundation (EEF) · 地球環保基金
Enrolment Deadline
18 May 2026
Essay Submission
25 May 2026
Team Size
Up to 5 students
Word Limit
600–800 words
Future Leaders for a Future Earth
The 2026 Summer EEF Western Sichuan Field Camp invites Hong Kong and Macau secondary students into an interdisciplinary, field-based learning experience on the theme of Resilience & Symbiosis. Through encounters with horse ecology, local communities and the alpine landscape, students develop environmental awareness, cultural understanding and ESG leadership.
- Hands-on field study in Western Sichuan grasslands
- Horse ecology, conservation & community well-being
- ESG leadership for the next generation
- Mentorship from EEF and academic partners
Why Horse Ecology Matters with ESG
Each shortlisted team submits one essay of 600–800 words responding to the prompt below. This helps us see your motivation and readiness for the field camp.
Define horse ecology and explain its importance to environmental sustainability.
Show how horse interactions or conservation can affect human well-being — share an example.
Identify one ESG challenge in horse management or tourism and propose a practical solution for the Government or HK Jockey Club.
Describe how you will promote these values in your school and community.
How essays are judged
30%
Theme Understanding
Accurate explanation of horse ecology, well-being links and ESG.
30%
Critical Thinking
Realistic, creative solutions balancing E, S and G trade-offs.
20%
Personal Reflection
Clear personal connection, motivation and contribution plan.
20%
Writing Quality
Clarity, organisation, grammar and adherence to word limit.
Eligibility & Nomination
- Open to qualified Hong Kong & Macau schools previously engaged with EEF.
- Each school may nominate one team of up to 5 students.
- Shortlisted essays advance to a panel interview for final selection.
- School-nominated students are welcome to join the School ESG Ambassador Program in parallel.
- Students not nominated by a school may also become eligible for the contest by enrolling in the School ESG Ambassador Program.
School ESG Ambassador Program
A separate honour for students committed to environmental, social and governance values. No essay required — selection by panel interview.
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Get the official PDF documents to share with your school or review offline.
Ready to join the journey?
Submit student essays as a single ZIP file (PDF preferred) to EEF, or reach out to our team for any questions.
Should the study tour be unable to take place, EEF will arrange an alternative learning opportunity at its discretion.