A knowledgeable, skilled and environmentally active citizenry is vital in resolving the
environmental issues our planet is facing. Since most environmental issues are surrounded by
great ubiquity, reaching a solution is difficult. Environmental literacy does not just happen, it
requires a united effort by all those concerned with education to use all relevant information
in order to develop and deliver the right programmes and materials to the those who are
trying to influence environmental behaviour.
The development of a specific environmental education programme to be offered to such
people is of extreme importance due to their indirect role as environmental practitioners;
often providing information about the local environment to visiting tourists. An appropriate
environmental programme tailored to their assessed needs and characteristics is of extreme
importance.