Ecological Literacy: Theory and Practice

This chapter introduces the concept of ecological literacy as an integral component of legal inquiry. Evolving to embrace interdisciplinary perspectives and a systems-thinking framework, ecological literacy emerges as a fundamental element in the pursuit of environmental sustainability. The research asserts that incorporating an approach that advocates for eco-responsible behaviours is imperative for legal research and education centred on sustainability. This requires a departure from traditional dogmatic approaches in legal methodology towards a participatory dimension. The study lays down a theoretical groundwork aimed at redefining legal methodology to effectively integrate ecological literacy.