NEW DELHI (India CSR): As part of its commitment to community development, Sembcorp, a leading energy company, has launched a transformative education initiative to uplift students in underserved areas. Based on a need assessment conducted in communities surrounding its project locations, the initiative aims to strengthen learning outcomes and open new opportunities for students through access to quality education.
Boosting Rural Education
In a significant boost to rural education, Sembcorp, in collaboration with MASTER Interactive Sciences, has set up fully-equipped STEM labs in 10 government schools across Gujarat, Rajasthan, Karnataka, Telangana, Maharashtra, Uttar Pradesh, and Andhra Pradesh.
Inspiring Scientific Curiosity
Targeting students from Classes 5 to 10, the initiative focuses on sparking scientific curiosity and building stronger learning foundations through experiential, hands-on education. Each lab features over 80 interactive models designed to simplify core science and math concepts, making them more relatable and engaging.
Inspiring Scientific Curiosity
“The STEM lab at our school has been a big difference. It has created a lively learning environment where students can try out experiments and enjoy learning science,” shared a teacher from one of the participating schools. “It’s making a real impact beyond the classroom too.”
Expanding Educational Access
This initiative complements Sembcorp’s broader education-focused efforts, including the solar electrification of six schools in Rajasthan, Telangana, Uttar Pradesh, and Andhra Pradesh carried out earlier this year. The project brought reliable electricity to classrooms, supporting uninterrupted academic activities and benefiting 2,500 students across various rural schools.
Expanding Educational Access
“Now that we have a STEM lab, we feel more confident about learning science. It helps us understand tough topics more easily and makes learning fun,” said a student from one of the schools.
Empowering Student Learning
By integrating practical learning tools with traditional classroom teaching, the STEM initiative has already impacted more than 3,000 students, equipping them with the skills and confidence to explore careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM).
Enhancing STEM Skills
Together, Sembcorp’s STEM and solar electrification programs have positively touched the lives of more than 5,500 students, contributing to a stronger educational foundation across various regions.
Strengthening Educational Foundations
This effort marks a significant step in bridging the urban-rural education divide and preparing young learners for a knowledge-driven future.
(India CSR)
