strategy
Improving knowledge on environmental issues
Context:
The general public's knowledge of the environment is the foundation on which environmental policies build. This knowledge is often seriously deficient. Education and public awareness programmes can change attitudes and produce more environment-friendly and sustainable life styles, at the same time encouraging public participation and action on environmental issues. Formal and non-formal education on the environment is therefore critically important. Broader:
Improving knowledgeDeveloping environmental knowledgeImproving information for decision making on the environment Narrower:
Improving knowledge on ecosystem processesResearching water resources for sustainable developmentProviding local communities with environmental know-how Facilitated by:
Using environmental labellingDeveloping ecological literacyConducting environmental workshopsDisseminating environmental informationReporting on global environmental statusDeveloping broad environmental educationApplying culture-based knowledge systemsProducing directory on sustainable developmentNetworking the environment and development arenaImproving access to sustainable development information Values:
Knowledge Subjects:
Environment → Environment Development → Reform
Type Classification:
E: Emanations of other strategies Related UN Sustainable Development Goals:
