Traces the progress of environmental education and discusses its role in enhancing the quality of life on our planet. Describes several initiatives aimed at deepening environmental awareness among all Americans and enhancing participation in solving environmental problems. (JRH)

Describes the work of the Brooklyn Center for Urban Environment (BCUE) which aims at encouraging young people to appreciate the city's built and designed aspects as well as study and care for the islands of green space that help lend harmony to the built environment. (JRH)

Explains how common-sense notions correspond with fundamental ecosystem principles and can be applied towards finding solutions to environmental problems. A more holistic approach to environmental education, with emphasis upon basic principles of ecosystem ecology, is needed. (WB)

Asserts that care and knowledge are the keys to protecting the environment. The roles that nongovernmental organizations should play in environmental education are examined. (WB)