How to promote environmental education in school

We are facing at environmental degradation. This is the concern not only for our generation but also for that of the future. I am seriously concerned about this issue because natural environment is our asset for mankind. For environmental sustainability, I believe that education plays an important role. Now, I propose excursion to make them learn the importance of environment with two aspects.

Firstly, to make students recognize garbage problem. Let’s take Mt. Fuji for example as the destination.

The beautiful Mt. Fuji has not been appointed as a World Heritage site. It is believed to be because too much garbage is left on the mountain. In fact, junior high school students in Saitama prefecture visited Mt. Fuji. Their first purpose teachers expected was to experience climbing the mountain. However, some students recognized a lot of garbage along the path. I believe that it’s a good chance to raise their awareness for environmental degradation.

Second, to make students recognize the technology contribution. For example, the renouned automobile company -- Honda launches a program to invite students to appeal their environmental activity. It introduces the contribution of technology such as hybrid car, natural gas-powered car and technology to produce Ethanol. I believe that this would be a good trend to experience actual technology rather than visiting historical and cultural city such as Kyoto and Nara. The number of school using this program is small, roughly 15 schools every year. But it is expected to increase

In conclusion, excursion is effective to make them learn the importance of environment.