Section 10-A628. E-5.2 ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION AND STEWARDSHIP

 

628.1A key element of the District’s environmental strategy is increased environmental education. This should begin with collaborative efforts between local non-profits, the private sector, District and federal governments, and our K-12 schools. Aquatic and wildlife education programs instill appreciation of natural resources in our youth and provide them with knowledge and skills that they may use later in life. Environmental education activities should continue with adult programs, professional development for teachers, and outreach to the business community on environmental quality issues. These programs should move the city beyond environmental awareness to increased stewardship and informed action. 628.1

 

628.2Policy E-5.2.1: Environmental Education in District Schools

 

Develop or expand programs to educate youth from pre-school to high school about the importance of protecting the environment. 628.2

 

628.3Policy E-5.2.2: Continuing Education on the Environment

 

Encourage greater participation by residents, business owners, institutions, and public agencies in maintaining environmental standards. This should be achieved through public education, media, outreach and awareness campaigns, compliance assistance, and environmental enforcement programs. Typical programs could include recycling projects, creek cleanups, and tree planting initiatives. 628.3

 

628.4Policy E-5.2.3: Interpretive Centers

 

Support the development of environmental education and nature centers in the District, particularly in recovering habitat areas such as the Anacostia River shoreline. 628.4

 

628.5Policy E-5.2.4: Demonstration Projects

 

Encourage best practice guides, demonstration projects, tours, and other tools to create a culture where the “green choice” (i.e., the choice that results in greater energy efficiency and better environmental health) is the preferred choice for energy, transportation, construction, and design decisions. 628.5

See also Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Policy PROS-2.2.8 on Stewardship of Public Space.

 

628.6Action E-5.2.A: Partnerships for Environmental Education

 

Develop partnerships with environmental non-profits and advocacy groups to promote environmental education in the District. Examples of such programs include the Earth Conservation Corps effort to employ inner-city youth in environmental restoration along the Anacostia River, the Anacostia Watershed Society’s tree planting, clean-up, and riverboat tour events, and the National Park Service summer programs for high school students at Kenilworth Park. 628.6

 

628.7Action E-5.2.B: Production of Green Guide

 

Produce a “Green Guide” aimed at homeowners, builders, contractors and the community at large with guidelines and information on green building and low-impact development. 628.7

 

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