The Taranaki Regional Council views environmental education as a key tool for promoting sustainable management of the region's natural resources.
Council encourages schools to include environmental education within their curriculum programmes.
Environmental education involves:
- education in the environment
- education about the environment
- education for the environment
Through environmental education individuals will develop the understanding, skills and attitudes to better use and protect our natural resources.
For more information, call Kevin Archer at the Taranaki Regional Council on 06 765 7127, or email kevin.archer@trc.govt.nz.
60 Springs — Education for Environmental Sustainability
Six intermediate and secondary schools are involved in Puke Ariki's 60 Springs Programme. The programme inspires students to research and monitor their own environment by doing fieldwork and then presenting their findings in creative ways.
The 60 Springs programme is delivered by Puke Ariki in partnership with the Taranaki Regional Council and Shell NZ.
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60 Springs — Education for Environmental Sustainability
Awards for school in 60 Springs programme
An education programme that encourages students to think creatively about sustainability has resulted in two national awards for Devon Intermediate School students.
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