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Environmental Education - TSV
Environmental education refers to educational activities aimed at acquiring knowledge about environmental conservation, deepening interest and understanding of environmental issues, and fostering environmentally conscious behavior and decision-making abilities. It has developed based on the three pillars proposed by British educator Arthur Lucas in 1972: 'education about the environment,' 'education in the environment,' and 'education for the environment.' In 2003, Japan enacted the 'Act on the Promotion of Environmental Conservation Activities through Environmental Education,' and in 2024, the basic policy was revised to address climate change crises by supporting and promoting both individual awareness and behavioral changes and organizational and socio-economic system transformations. It is implemented in various settings including schools, communities, and businesses, and is closely related to Education for Sustainable Development (ESD).
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01 education-about-environment Education About the Environment A cognitive approach to environmental education that deepens knowledge and understanding of environmental issues. Lucas's Three Categories
02 education-in-environment Education In the Environment A practical approach to environmental education that involves learning through direct experience in natural environments. Lucas's Three Categories
03 education-for-environment Education For the Environment An action-oriented environmental education that fosters the ability to act and sense of responsibility for solving environmental problems. Lucas's Three Categories
04 school-based-education School-Based Environmental Education Systematic environmental education implemented in elementary, secondary, and higher education institutions. Implementation Location
05 community-based-education Community-Based Environmental Education Lifelong environmental learning activities conducted in local communities. Implementation Location
06 corporate-environmental-education Corporate Environmental Education Environmental education conducted by companies for employees and stakeholders. Implementation Location
07 esd-education Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) A comprehensive educational approach toward realizing a sustainable society. Related Concepts
08 climate-change-education Climate Change Education Environmental education aimed at addressing climate change issues. Related Concepts
09 biodiversity-education Biodiversity Education Environmental education aimed at conserving biodiversity and its sustainable use. Related Concepts
10 waste-reduction-education 3R and Circular Society Education Environmental education that promotes waste reduction and resource circulation. Related Concepts