Why Bother?

There is ample evidence that we are consuming resources and depleting our natural resources faster than they can be replenished. There is widespread recognition that we are living unsustainably and that we need to accelerate the change in our habit patterns.

EarthCARE offers the unique opportunity for a school to be a catalyst accelerating that change and creating meaningful opportunities for our school communities to be leaders in this transformation. Young people's enthusiasm and energy, mixed with the knowledge, wisdom and guidance of teachers, custodians and administrators, make a powerful combination in the development of a comprehensive program for environmental stewardship. EarthCARE focuses on creating a school environment that inspires behavioural change and provides opportunities for all key stakeholders to engage in the development and implementation of the EarthCARE program in their board.

How Behavioural Change Comes About

Visit the EarthCARE Components section to see how various components of the EarthCARE program align with these processes.