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Between 8 and 29 May in 2026, the Netherlands will hold the Climate Exam. With the Climate Exam, participants increase their knowledge about climate change and discover solutions that contribute to a sustainable future.
In 2026, even more organisations, schools, municipalities, and companies will participate. New this year is the Climate Quiz, an accessible way to improve climate knowledge together. Join in and become an organiser of the Climate Examination 2026!
Would you like to organise the Climate Exam? Sign up!
5000+ participants
10,000+ participants
An exam with relevant themes:
Causes & Consequences
Solutions & Adaptation
Energy & Food Transition
What is your role?
An exam with relevant themes:
Causes & Consequences
Solutions & Adaptation
Energy & Food Transition
What is your role?
An exam with relevant themes:
Causes & Consequences
Energy & Food Transition
Solutions & Adaptation
What is your role?
An exam
for young & old
An exam
for young & old
The climate is everywhere. In the news, on social media, in conversations. But with all this information, it is becoming increasingly difficult to grasp the bigger picture. The Climate Exam brings calm and clarity, and helps you put the facts in order.
The climate is everywhere. In the news, on social media, in conversations. But with all this information, it is becoming increasingly difficult to grasp the bigger picture. The Climate Exam brings calm and clarity, and helps you put the facts in order.
Would you like to organise it for your school, company, municipality, organisation or community centre? You can. You arrange the location, we provide the content, materials, and communication tools. Sign up now as an organiser and put your location on the map!
Would you like to organise it for your school, company, municipality, organisation or community centre? You can. You arrange the location, we provide the content, materials, and communication tools. Sign up now as an organiser and put your location on the map!
The success
of edition 2025
The success
of edition 2025
The last edition has become a national success with the climate exam. Both young and old have brushed up on their climate knowledge during the exam period!
The last edition has become a national success with the climate exam. Both young and old have brushed up on their climate knowledge during the exam period!
Provinces
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Locations
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Examination candidates
The success
of edition 2025
The last edition has become a national success with the climate exam. Both young and old have brushed up on their climate knowledge during the exam period!
Provinces
+
Locations
+
Participants
The Climate Examination is over:
The Climate Examination is over:
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The Climate Exam
in your region
Throughout the Netherlands, we are organizing the Climate Exam and the Climate Quiz.
On the map, you can see where you can participate. Select your province, view the locations, and register.
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Expand your knowledge
With the Climate Exam, you enhance your knowledge about climate change: from causes to effects and solutions. Facts and action!
Locations near you
The Climate Exam is organised in schools, town halls, businesses, and many other places. Check the locations near you.
In action between 8 and 30 May
From 8 May, the Climate Exams will be held. For 60 minutes, you can relive the nostalgia and exam stress....
Exam material
What topics are covered by the Climate Examination?
The Climate Exam is an accessible way to enhance your knowledge about the climate. From causes and effects to solutions and your own role. The exam has been developed in collaboration with professionals and there are two versions: one for young people and one for adults, so that everyone can participate at their own level.
Causes & Consequences
Climate change starts with understanding: what is actually happening now?
Climate change starts with understanding: what is actually happening now?
What is your role?
And yes... you also have a role. What you do inspires others. This is how we move forward together.
And yes… you also have an important role. Even if it seems small, every action helps!
And yes... you also have a role. What you do inspires others. This is how we move forward together.
Solutions and Adaptation
From a fossil to a green future: building change together.
From a fossil to a green future: building change together.
Energy & Food Transition
And yes... you also have a role. What you do inspires others. This is how we move forward together.
And yes… you also have an important role. Even if it seems small, every action helps!
And yes... you also have a role. What you do inspires others. This is how we move forward together.
Exam material
What topics are covered by the Climate Examination?
The Climate Exam is an accessible way to enhance your knowledge about the climate. From causes and effects to solutions and your own role. The exam has been developed in collaboration with professionals and there are two versions: one for young people and one for adults, so that everyone can participate at their own level.
Causes & Consequences
Climate change starts with understanding: what is actually happening now?
Solutions and Adaptation
From a fossil to a green future: building change together.
What is your role?
And yes... you also have a role. What you do inspires others. This is how we move forward together.
Energy & Food Transition
And yes... you also have a role. What you do inspires others. This is how we move forward together.
Testimonials
Words from our participants
Words from our participants
The first edition of 2024 in numbers
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Physical participants
Physical participants
In the first edition, more than 400 people participated in the Climate Exam.
In the first edition, more than 400 people participated in the Climate Exam.
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Various cities
Various cities
In 2024, there were 11 locations that organised the Climate Exam. This year 100?!
In 2024, there were 11 locations that organised the Climate Exam. This year 100?!
"Both confrontational and a beautiful wake-up call."
''Although I thought I was fairly well-informed, as I follow the news and care about the climate, it became clear through taking the exam that there were many things I didn't know or hadn't quite retained. That was both confronting and a lovely wake-up call. It would be perfect if, along with your marked exam, you could also walk outside with a personalised action list on how you can contribute''
Roel van Velzen
Famous Dutch Artist
A shot in the bullseye!
''The organisation of the first climate exam in May 2024 was a bullseye to inspire people about the current situation and the impact of climate change on our society and the rest of nature, and to encourage better choices''
Piet Briët
Climate exam organiser in Haarlem
It's time to succeed in sustainability, people!
''The Climate Exam is brilliant. It gives you that nice feeling from the past, that healthy exam tension with a hint of panic – only now it’s not about passing, but about the future of the planet. A wonderful déjà vu with a serious message: time to succeed in sustainability, people!''
Abbie Chalgoum
Actor & Author
'Confronting and educational'
''Confronting and educational. Everyone should take this exam to gain a better understanding of the issues and their own role in them.''
Merijn Tinga
Founder of Plastic Soup Surfer
'The Climate Exam brings you face to face with the facts'
''The Climate Exam holds your nose to the facts! Just as confronting as in secondary school, where the chance of success for the entire climate problem naturally depends on global action''
Niels Kastelein
Director of Climate at the Ministry of Climate and Green Growth
"The exam is a wonderful impactful initiative that I hope many more people will participate in."
"In May 2024, I participated in the first Climate Exam. Jaarbeurs aims to have a positive impact on the world so that future generations can continue to enjoy the wonderful events that we organise and host. Thorough knowledge of the climate is essential for creating a sustainable future. As a leader of an organisation, it is crucial that we set a good example and continue to learn how to reduce our negative impact on the environment. The exam is a magnificent impactful initiative, and I hope many more people will take part in it."
Jeroen van Hooff
CEO Royal Jaarbeurs
What a great initiative
"While my daughter was taking real exams, I participated in the climate exam last year in the beautiful auditorium of the Academy Building at Utrecht University. What a great initiative! It had been a while since I took an exam and I didn't quite finish it 😅 The exam provides a good overview of climate change itself, its effects on people, and my favourite part: the solutions. Hopefully, thousands of people will participate this year and walk out again doubly motivated."
Olof van der Gaag
Chairman of the Dutch Association for Sustainable Energy.
"An eye-opener then, probably for almost everyone!"
''I thought I knew a lot about the climate and the 2024 exam "to put it mildly". However, it is really tough and there are many facts that you are not entirely sure about. An eye-opener therefore, probably for almost everyone! Hopefully, the climate exam in 2025 will reach many people to increase the urgency for climate policy and action!''
Marjon Castelijns
Founder of Climate Connection
The Climate Exam in Utrecht was an amazing experience!
''The Climate Exam in Utrecht was a wonderful experience! It was great to see people of all ages present, from young to old, coming together to reflect on the climate. The Academy Building at Dom Square is also a beautiful and inspiring place to take this exam. I will definitely participate again next year!''
Berend de Haas
Co-Founder Carboneers
Climate exam
Frequently asked questions
Is your question not listed? Fill in the contact form and we will get in touch with you!
What is the Climate Exam?
The Climate Exam is a written exam. The exam lasts 60 minutes. There will be two variants available: for young people and for adults. Ideally, there will be an opportunity to discuss afterwards (possibly with refreshments).
What is the Climate Exam about?
It is about the causes and consequences of climate change. But of course, the solutions such as the energy transition, the circular economy, and aspects to which you can personally contribute are also included in the exam.
What is the level of the Climate Exam?
For adults, there are two levels this year: the regular exam and the expert variant. The expert variant is comparable to last year's climate exam (check it here). The regular variant will be shorter and simpler.
What is the purpose of the Climate Exam?
The aim is to give everyone more insight into climate change and sustainable solutions. This increases awareness and encourages participants to take action. Our goal is to have it organised in at least 100 locations by May 2025.
Should participants prepare themselves?
That is of course preferable. Background articles, videos, and further information will be placed on this website. But even without thorough preparation, a candidate can participate and will gain the necessary insights.
What is needed to organise the Climate Examination?
1) Establishing a location and date and time
2) Communicating and inviting participants: both parents of students and local figures (mayor, councillor, local politicians, president of the football club, vicar, police chief, etc, etc). For this, draft texts (link) and posters will be made available.
3) Printing the exams and providing pen and paper
4) Host/hostess who takes on the role of exam coordinator
5) Coffee/tea and possibly refreshments
Where is the Climate Examination?
The Climate Examination is organized at various locations in the Netherlands. Would you like to take the exam in your municipality, but it’s not listed yet? Then this is a good time to organize the Climate Examination together! Check the registration page for more information.
When will we receive the exam?
On Wednesday 6 May at the end of the day, all coordinators will gain access to the climate exam edition 2026. The adult variant, the expert variant, the youth variant (and their English versions) as well as the climate pub quiz will then be shared. Answers will also be made available, and a standard certificate of participation will be provided.
When does the Climate Examination take place?
Between Thursday 8 May and Friday 30 May: the date and time of the day may be determined by the organiser, with an evening time (e.g. 18:30 arrival; 19:00 start; 20:00 end; 20:30 closing) being the most obvious choice for schools.
Why organise the exam as a school?
First and foremost, it is both enjoyable and educational. Climate change is a current issue and not something of the distant future. By organising the Climate Exam, the school demonstrates that it considers this topic important, and it is an opportunity to engage with parents and students in a different way. Additionally, it is a great chance to welcome the alderman or local celebrities to the school. Finally, the exam also addresses solutions, so that participants leave motivated!
What is the level of the Climate Exam for Young People?
The youth variant is based on 4 havo level. But we are developing a broad set of questions. Teachers from secondary schools can compile their own climate exam based on these questions. They can also add their own questions so that the Climate Exam aligns well with the material that has been taught.
How can candidates apply?
If you want to organise the exam, we will mention this on this website (under locations). Candidates can also register here. As the organiser, you will have access to the registrations for your location.
Who evaluates the exam?
The participants can check the exam themselves after completion. In the week following the exam, they will receive the correct answers and explanations via email. The coordinator does have the correct answers and can therefore provide an explanation during the follow-up discussion.
Who organises the Climate Exam?
The climate examination is an initiative of Darel Education and is developed in close collaboration with the KNMI, Utrecht University, the Young Climate Movement, and the Climate Alliance. Like Darel Education, it has no profit motive.
Is there promotional material to recruit participants?
Absolutely! We have created posters and flyers that can be found in this link! Download the posters, print them out & hang them up!
Is there an English version?
Certainly! The Climate Exam is also available in English, just like the online version.
Climate exam
Frequently asked questions
Is your question not listed? Fill in the contact form and we will get in touch with you!
What is the Climate Exam?
The Climate Exam is a written exam. The exam lasts 60 minutes. There will be two variants available: for young people and for adults. Ideally, there will be an opportunity to discuss afterwards (possibly with refreshments).
What is the Climate Exam about?
It is about the causes and consequences of climate change. But of course, the solutions such as the energy transition, the circular economy, and aspects to which you can personally contribute are also included in the exam.
What is the level of the Climate Exam?
For adults, there are two levels this year: the regular exam and the expert variant. The expert variant is comparable to last year's climate exam (check it here). The regular variant will be shorter and simpler.
What is the purpose of the Climate Exam?
The aim is to give everyone more insight into climate change and sustainable solutions. This increases awareness and encourages participants to take action. Our goal is to have it organised in at least 100 locations by May 2025.
Should participants prepare themselves?
That is of course preferable. Background articles, videos, and further information will be placed on this website. But even without thorough preparation, a candidate can participate and will gain the necessary insights.
What is needed to organise the Climate Examination?
1) Establishing a location and date and time
2) Communicating and inviting participants: both parents of students and local figures (mayor, councillor, local politicians, president of the football club, vicar, police chief, etc, etc). For this, draft texts (link) and posters will be made available.
3) Printing the exams and providing pen and paper
4) Host/hostess who takes on the role of exam coordinator
5) Coffee/tea and possibly refreshments
Where is the Climate Examination?
The Climate Examination is organized at various locations in the Netherlands. Would you like to take the exam in your municipality, but it’s not listed yet? Then this is a good time to organize the Climate Examination together! Check the registration page for more information.
When will we receive the exam?
On Wednesday 6 May at the end of the day, all coordinators will gain access to the climate exam edition 2026. The adult variant, the expert variant, the youth variant (and their English versions) as well as the climate pub quiz will then be shared. Answers will also be made available, and a standard certificate of participation will be provided.
When does the Climate Examination take place?
Between Thursday 8 May and Friday 30 May: the date and time of the day may be determined by the organiser, with an evening time (e.g. 18:30 arrival; 19:00 start; 20:00 end; 20:30 closing) being the most obvious choice for schools.
Why organise the exam as a school?
First and foremost, it is both enjoyable and educational. Climate change is a current issue and not something of the distant future. By organising the Climate Exam, the school demonstrates that it considers this topic important, and it is an opportunity to engage with parents and students in a different way. Additionally, it is a great chance to welcome the alderman or local celebrities to the school. Finally, the exam also addresses solutions, so that participants leave motivated!
What is the level of the Climate Exam for Young People?
The youth variant is based on 4 havo level. But we are developing a broad set of questions. Teachers from secondary schools can compile their own climate exam based on these questions. They can also add their own questions so that the Climate Exam aligns well with the material that has been taught.
How can candidates apply?
If you want to organise the exam, we will mention this on this website (under locations). Candidates can also register here. As the organiser, you will have access to the registrations for your location.
Who evaluates the exam?
The participants can check the exam themselves after completion. In the week following the exam, they will receive the correct answers and explanations via email. The coordinator does have the correct answers and can therefore provide an explanation during the follow-up discussion.
Who organises the Climate Exam?
The climate examination is an initiative of Darel Education and is developed in close collaboration with the KNMI, Utrecht University, the Young Climate Movement, and the Climate Alliance. Like Darel Education, it has no profit motive.
Is there promotional material to recruit participants?
Absolutely! We have created posters and flyers that can be found in this link! Download the posters, print them out & hang them up!
Is there an English version?
Certainly! The Climate Exam is also available in English, just like the online version.
Climate exam
Frequently asked questions
Is your question not listed? Fill in the contact form and we will get in touch with you!
What is the Climate Exam?
The Climate Exam is a written exam. The exam lasts 60 minutes. There will be two variants available: for young people and for adults. Ideally, there will be an opportunity to discuss afterwards (possibly with refreshments).
What is the Climate Exam about?
It is about the causes and consequences of climate change. But of course, the solutions such as the energy transition, the circular economy, and aspects to which you can personally contribute are also included in the exam.
What is the level of the Climate Exam?
For adults, there are two levels this year: the regular exam and the expert variant. The expert variant is comparable to last year's climate exam (check it here). The regular variant will be shorter and simpler.
What is the purpose of the Climate Exam?
The aim is to give everyone more insight into climate change and sustainable solutions. This increases awareness and encourages participants to take action. Our goal is to have it organised in at least 100 locations by May 2025.
Should participants prepare themselves?
That is of course preferable. Background articles, videos, and further information will be placed on this website. But even without thorough preparation, a candidate can participate and will gain the necessary insights.
What is needed to organise the Climate Examination?
1) Establishing a location and date and time
2) Communicating and inviting participants: both parents of students and local figures (mayor, councillor, local politicians, president of the football club, vicar, police chief, etc, etc). For this, draft texts (link) and posters will be made available.
3) Printing the exams and providing pen and paper
4) Host/hostess who takes on the role of exam coordinator
5) Coffee/tea and possibly refreshments
Where is the Climate Examination?
The Climate Examination is organized at various locations in the Netherlands. Would you like to take the exam in your municipality, but it’s not listed yet? Then this is a good time to organize the Climate Examination together! Check the registration page for more information.
When will we receive the exam?
On Wednesday 6 May at the end of the day, all coordinators will gain access to the climate exam edition 2026. The adult variant, the expert variant, the youth variant (and their English versions) as well as the climate pub quiz will then be shared. Answers will also be made available, and a standard certificate of participation will be provided.
When does the Climate Examination take place?
Between Thursday 8 May and Friday 30 May: the date and time of the day may be determined by the organiser, with an evening time (e.g. 18:30 arrival; 19:00 start; 20:00 end; 20:30 closing) being the most obvious choice for schools.
Why organise the exam as a school?
First and foremost, it is both enjoyable and educational. Climate change is a current issue and not something of the distant future. By organising the Climate Exam, the school demonstrates that it considers this topic important, and it is an opportunity to engage with parents and students in a different way. Additionally, it is a great chance to welcome the alderman or local celebrities to the school. Finally, the exam also addresses solutions, so that participants leave motivated!
What is the level of the Climate Exam for Young People?
The youth variant is based on 4 havo level. But we are developing a broad set of questions. Teachers from secondary schools can compile their own climate exam based on these questions. They can also add their own questions so that the Climate Exam aligns well with the material that has been taught.
How can candidates apply?
If you want to organise the exam, we will mention this on this website (under locations). Candidates can also register here. As the organiser, you will have access to the registrations for your location.
Who evaluates the exam?
The participants can check the exam themselves after completion. In the week following the exam, they will receive the correct answers and explanations via email. The coordinator does have the correct answers and can therefore provide an explanation during the follow-up discussion.
Who organises the Climate Exam?
The climate examination is an initiative of Darel Education and is developed in close collaboration with the KNMI, Utrecht University, the Young Climate Movement, and the Climate Alliance. Like Darel Education, it has no profit motive.
Is there promotional material to recruit participants?
Absolutely! We have created posters and flyers that can be found in this link! Download the posters, print them out & hang them up!
Is there an English version?
Certainly! The Climate Exam is also available in English, just like the online version.
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