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Erschienen in: Clean Technologies and Environmental Policy 1/2006

01.02.2006 | Original Paper

Education for sustainability: challenges and trends

verfasst von: António A. Martins, Teresa M. Mata, Carlos A. V. Costa

Erschienen in: Clean Technologies and Environmental Policy | Ausgabe 1/2006

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Abstract

There has been increasing recognition of the critical role of education for sustainability (ES). This article addresses the subject of ES through all the levels of formal and non-formal education, including basic education, university, organisations (private and public) and lifelong learning. The challenges and implications of effectively incorporating sustainability concepts and principles through all the levels of the education system are presented and analysed. Examples and suggestions are presented and discussed, taking into account the interactions, needs and objectives of people and society.

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Metadaten
Titel
Education for sustainability: challenges and trends
verfasst von
António A. Martins
Teresa M. Mata
Carlos A. V. Costa
Publikationsdatum
01.02.2006
Verlag
Springer-Verlag
Erschienen in
Clean Technologies and Environmental Policy / Ausgabe 1/2006
Print ISSN: 1618-954X
Elektronische ISSN: 1618-9558
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s10098-005-0026-3

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