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It platform as a tool for improving social awareness in the field of climate change and protection of the environment

  • Silesian University of Technology

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Abstract

One of the most negative effects of the development of our civilization is global warming. The results of many studies and analyzes clearly confirm that it is human activity that is the main cause of changes that occur in the natural environment, which in turn also leads to climate change. Increasing emissions of greenhouse gases and other harmful gaseous, liquid and solid substances cause very intense destruction of our ecosystem. This, in turn, results in irreversible changes in the natural environment, which can have a very negative impact on the health and existence of subsequent generations. In this context, it is necessary for the further economic development of our planet to take greater account of the impact on the environment than at present. Among other things, the idea of sustainable development serves this purpose. Analyzing previous activities in this area, especially in politics, it can be stated that their effects are very questionable and they are badly forecasting for the future. It seems that the only effective course of action that can force decision-making is the pressure of public opinion on decision-makers. For this to happen, society must have appropriate knowledge in this field. This, in turn, should result in pressure and demand from the government for effective measures to protect the climate and the environment. The IT tool in the form of a platform proposed in the article is intended to raise the ecological awareness of the society. It will be available to anyone interested in climate change in acquiring specialist knowledge and presenting their views, comments and information. Operation of such a platform should improve the effectiveness of the ecological education process of its users. The paper presents the concepts of such a platform in which scientists, practitioners, politicians and all other interested persons can present their opinions. A very important element will be to encourage the use of the platform for elementary and high school students and students. In many cases, it will be the easiest way to reach older people through the education of young people. The platform will also be an example of the positive use of new information technologies for ecological social education, which should result in the promotion of pro-ecological behavior and be a source of reliable information on the state of the natural environment.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationEducation and Accreditation in Geosciences; Environmental Legislation, Multilateral Relations and Funding Opportunities
PublisherInternational Multidisciplinary Scientific Geoconference
Pages303-310
Number of pages8
Edition4.2
ISBN (Electronic)9786197408768
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2019
Event19th International Multidisciplinary Scientific Geoconference, SGEM 2019 - Albena, Bulgaria
Duration: 9 Dec 201911 Dec 2019

Publication series

NameInternational Multidisciplinary Scientific GeoConference Surveying Geology and Mining Ecology Management, SGEM
Number4.2
Volume19
ISSN (Print)1314-2704

Conference

Conference19th International Multidisciplinary Scientific Geoconference, SGEM 2019
Country/TerritoryBulgaria
CityAlbena
Period9/12/1911/12/19

UN SDGs

This output contributes to the following UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

  1. SDG 4 - Quality Education
    SDG 4 Quality Education
  2. SDG 8 - Decent Work and Economic Growth
    SDG 8 Decent Work and Economic Growth
  3. SDG 12 - Responsible Consumption and Production
    SDG 12 Responsible Consumption and Production
  4. SDG 13 - Climate Action
    SDG 13 Climate Action
  5. SDG 17 - Partnerships for the Goals
    SDG 17 Partnerships for the Goals

Keywords

  • E-learning
  • Ecology
  • IT platform
  • Social awareness
  • Social responsibility

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Geotechnical Engineering and Engineering Geology
  • Geology

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