| 英文摘要 |
The "Environmental Education Act" was officially implemented in 2012. In line with the government's implementation of the Act, the Environmental Protection Bureau of Chiayi City Government has been promoting environmental education initiatives since 2014. Through the integration of various environmental education advocacy plans, it aims to encourage Chiayi citizens to participate in outdoor environmental education activities, and hopes to cultivate a heightened sensitivity and literacy towards environmental issues among citizens through these advocacy efforts.
The "2024 Chiayi City Environmental Education Advocacy Integration Plan" aligns with Taiwan’s 2050 Net Zero Emissions, specifically focusing on the topic of "Net Zero Green Living." Through diverse activities and courses centered on environmental education, combined with elements unique to Chiayi, the plan encourages the public to pay attention to environmental issues, fostering environmental literacy and awareness. This, in turn, aims to influence citizens' attitudes and actions, contributing to sustainable development.
The final report for this project covers the period from January 1 to November 30, 2024, spanning 11 months. The following key tasks have been completed:
1. Continuous Promotion of Environmental Education Activities:
To deepen citizens' understanding, values, and actions regarding environmental issues and to enhance civic awareness, the Chiayi Earth Day event "Chiayi City Earth Day 2024—Exploring a New Sustainable Future with Net Zero" was held at Chiayi Park and in front of the Chiayi City Baseball Stadium. The event featured activities such as ecological tours of the Chiayi Arboretum, focusing on the classification of plants and addressing common questions about plant protection. This was done to promote correct tree conservation concepts and techniques. Additionally, the event featured storytelling and competitions to popularize environmental education, with activities designed for both children and the general public. For example, the environmental education picture book competition "Illustrating Green Chiayi" attracted 16 submissions, and the award ceremony was held on October 29 with Mayor Huang presenting the awards. Winners were also interviewed on radio to discuss their creative process and thoughts on promoting environmental sustainability.
The Chiayi City preliminary round of the Environmental Knowledge Contest was held on September 21, with 388 participants, and the top five contestants will represent Chiayi City at the national competition on November 16.
2. Enhancing the Professional Knowledge of Environmental Education Volunteers:
The core of environmental education promotion includes lesson plans, facilities, management, and personnel training. Chiayi City’s environmental education volunteers include environmental protection volunteers, energy-saving volunteers, and environmental education volunteers, totaling 58 individuals. Various training sessions were held this year to improve their knowledge, including four basic training sessions, four specialized training sessions, and two advanced skill courses. A large-scale volunteer assembly was also organized to encourage teamwork and a sense of belonging among volunteers.
3. Implementation of the Environmental Education Act:
To comply with Article 19 of the Environmental Education Act, which requires institutions and schools to conduct at least four hours of environmental education annually for all employees and students, two explanatory meetings were held on April 26 and October 4, 2024, with 111 participants. Additionally, 13 units in Chiayi City were inspected, with guidance provided to ensure compliance and active participation in environmental education activities.
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