“Forest in a Jar” Workshop with the University of the Third Age at the University of Economics in Katowice | March 20, 2025 | Green Pulse of Poland
“Forest in a Jar” Workshop with the University of the Third Age at the University of Economics in Katowice | March 20, 2025 | Green Pulse of Poland
Can a forest fit inside a jar? It turns out it can – along with its entire micro-world.
This is how we launched Green Pulse of Poland – a project by the One More Tree Foundation, carried out with its strategic partner, Stellantis Philanthropy, part of the global automotive group Stellantis. This new initiative expands the activities known from Green Pulse of Silesia, this time on a nationwide scale.
The first meeting, which officially opened Green Pulse of Poland, took place at the University of the Third Age operating at the University of Economics in Katowice. The workshop brought together not only U3A participants, but also university students.
A forest under glass
During the “forest in a jar” workshop, participants created their own closed ecosystems. Layer by layer, small forest micro-worlds came to life – with soil, plants, and natural balance enclosed in glass.
In a practical way, we demonstrated how an ecosystem works – what drives the water cycle, the role of soil and microorganisms, and why balance between all elements is essential for its functioning.
Forests on a micro and macro scale
The workshop was accompanied by a discussion panel, where we talked not only about biodiversity and the importance of forests, but also about corporate responsibility, CSR activities, and Stellantis’ green energy transition.
The forest in a jar proved to be a great starting point for a broader conversation about how nature works on a larger scale. We discussed forests and their role in the climate, biodiversity, insects, and the complex relationships that sustain ecosystems. We also shared examples showing that many ecological solutions can be implemented not only in forests, but also in cities and our immediate surroundings.
A green beginning
The workshop in Katowice marked the first stage of Green Pulse of Poland. In the coming months, the project will expand to different regions across the country.
Planned activities include field actions, the creation of green spaces, biodiversity-supporting initiatives, and educational workshops – including new formats such as “gardens of good thoughts” and STEM classes for children and youth.
We hope that all these activities will show that caring for the environment can take many forms – and that everyone can find their place in it.
