An environmental organization is an organization coming out of the conservation or

environmental movements that seeks to protect, analyze or monitor the environment

against misuse or degradation from human forces.
- The organization may be a charity, a trust, a non-governmental organization, a governmental
organization or an intergovernmental organization. Environmental organizations can be
global, national, regional or local.
- These organizations focus on various environmental issues such as climate change,
pollution, deforestation, wildlife conservation, and sustainable development.
1. Research: Environmental organizations often conduct scientific research to gather data and
information about various environmental issues. For example, they might study the impact of
climate change on ecosystems, conduct research on endangered species, or investigate the effects
of pollution on human health. This research helps to provide a better understanding of
environmental challenges and informs policy decisions.

2. Advocacy: Environmental organizations engage in advocacy to influence policies and promote

environmental protection. They may lobby governments and policymakers to enact laws and
regulations that address environmental concerns. For instance, they might advocate for stricter
emission standards, renewable energy policies, or the protection of natural habitats. They also
raise public awareness about environmental issues through campaigns, protests, and media
outreach.

3. Outreach: Environmental organizations often conduct outreach programs to educate and

engage the public in environmental conservation. They may organize workshops, seminars, and
conferences to provide information and resources on sustainable practices. They also collaborate
with schools, communities, and businesses to promote eco-friendly initiatives. Additionally, they
might create educational materials, online resources, and social media campaigns to reach a
wider audience and encourage individual actions for the environment.

"Research Methods for Environmental Education" is a publication that explores the research
nature of environmental education and defines the scope of research through a systematic
approach. It delves into practical investigations, experiments, and verification methods used to
enhance knowledge and modify contemporary understanding in the field of environmental
education.

Governmental environmental organizations can be categorized based on the scope of their

operations and their specific focus areas. Here are some types:
1. Federal or National Environmental Agencies: These are the primary agencies at the national
level responsible for the protection of the environment and the enforcement of environmental
laws and regulations. Examples include the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the
Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) in the Philippines

2. State or Provincial Environmental Departments: These organizations operate at the state or

provincial level, implementing and enforcing environmental regulations within their respective
jurisdictions. They often work in tandem with national agencies.
• In the Philippines, the state or provincial environmental department is known as the Provincial
Environment and Natural Resources Office (PENRO). Each province in the country has its own
PENRO, which is responsible for the implementation and enforcement of environmental laws
and regulations at the provincial level. PENROs work under the supervision of the Department
of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR), which is the national environmental agency in
the Philippines.
•The PENROs are tasked with various responsibilities, including the management and
conservation of natural resources, environmental impact assessment, enforcement of
environmental laws, and the promotion of sustainable development practices within their
respective provinces. They work closely with local government units, communities, and other
stakeholders to ensure the protection and sustainable use of the environment and natural
resources.

3. Local or Municipal Environmental Departments: These organizations operate at the city or

municipal level, managing local environmental issues such as waste management, local
conservation efforts, and urban planning.
° Here are some examples of Local or Municipal Environmental Departments in the Philippines:

1. City Environment and Natural Resources Office (CENRO): CENROs are responsible for
implementing environmental policies and programs at the city or municipal level. They oversee
the management of natural resources, waste management, and environmental protection within
their respective jurisdictions.
2. Municipal Environment and Natural Resources Office (MENRO): MENROs are similar to
CENROs but operate at the municipal level. They are responsible for implementing
environmental laws and regulations, conducting environmental assessments, and promoting
sustainable development practices within their municipalities.
3. City Environmental Management Office (CEMO): CEMOs focus on environmental
management and sustainability initiatives at the city level. They coordinate efforts related to
waste management, pollution control, and environmental education and awareness.
4. Municipal Environmental Management Office (MEMO): MEMOs are responsible for
environmental management and protection at the municipal level. They oversee initiatives
related to waste management, biodiversity conservation, and environmental compliance.
4. Environmental Regulatory Bodies: These organizations are responsible for enforcing
environmental laws and regulations. They monitor compliance, issue permits, and take
enforcement actions against violators.
•In the Philippines, the primary environmental regulatory body is the Environmental
Management Bureau (EMB). The EMB is a line bureau of the Department of Environment and
Natural Resources (DENR) and is responsible for implementing and enforcing environmental
laws and regulations at the national level.

International organization
•They often collaborate with governments, NGOs, and other stakeholders to address
environmental challenges, advocate for policy changes, and raise awareness about the
importance of environmental conservation.
• These organizations often work towards influencing international policies and agreements
related to environmental conservation and sustainable development.
• By collaborating with governments and NGOs, international environmental organizations can
leverage their expertise, resources, and networks to address complex environmental issues more
effectively. Together, they can work towards achieving sustainable development goals and
creating a healthier and more resilient planet.
ex. international environmental organization is the World Wildlife Fund (WWF). WWF is one of
the largest and most well-known conservation organizations in the world. It operates in over 100
countries and has a global network of offices and partners.

WWF focuses on protecting endangered species, conserving habitats, and promoting sustainable
practices in areas such as forestry, fisheries, and agriculture. They work closely with
governments, NGOs, local communities, and businesses to address environmental challenges and
promote sustainable development.

WWF engages in a wide range of activities, including research and monitoring, policy advocacy,
capacity building, and on-the-ground conservation projects. They collaborate with governments
to develop and implement environmental policies and regulations, and they work with NGOs to
share knowledge, build capacity, and mobilize collective action.

For example, WWF collaborates with governments to establish protected areas and wildlife
reserves to safeguard critical habitats and preserve biodiversity. They also work with local
communities to promote sustainable livelihoods that are compatible with nature conservation,
such as community-based ecotourism initiatives.

WWF also engages with businesses and industries to promote sustainable practices and reduce
their environmental footprint. They work with companies to develop sustainable sourcing
policies, promote responsible production methods, and encourage the adoption of renewable
energy and efficient resource management practices.
Through its collaborative efforts with governments, NGOs, communities, and businesses, WWF
strives to achieve its mission of conserving nature and ensuring a sustainable future for both
people and the planet.

Global organization
These organizations often work towards influencing international policies and agreements related
to environmental conservation and sustainability in a wider scale.

Nonprofit environmental organizations prioritize conservation initiatives, ranging

from protecting wildlife to implementing energy-efficient solutions to combat climate change
threats directly. Donations, grants, and fundraising activities mainly fund these nonprofits. They
play a crucial role in sustaining the Earth.
- support global preservation efforts. Additionally, they conduct research and advocate for
policies. They shape environmental policies by supporting public voices that call for
sustainable practices.
- Nonprofit Environmental Organizations work with government agencies and companies
to strengthen their mission of saving valuable resources on Earth.
- They are torchbearers of environmental awareness, bringing attention to neglected issues.
They urge everyone to take action for the well-being of our planet now and in the future.
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 Political forces - refer to the influence of political factors and dynamics on their
operations, advocacy efforts, and impact. These forces play a significant role in shaping
the priorities, strategies, and outcomes of environmental organizations. include
government influences such as changes in the policies that may put impact or pressure.
 Economic conditions and factors refer to the financial aspects and economic
considerations that influence their operations and initiatives. These forces play a crucial
role in shaping the strategies, funding, and impact of environmental organizations. can
include things such as businesses
 Sociocultural forces - Another factor affecting organizations is social demographics and
socioculturalism, or a combination of social and cultural contributors. Some sociocultural
factors include population size and cultural trends
 Technological forces - refer to the use of advanced technologies to address environmental
challenges, improve efficiency, and promote sustainable practices. These technologies
play a crucial role in enhancing the effectiveness and impact of environmental initiatives.

GAHP (Global Alliance on Health and Pollution) is a network of international and national level
agencies committed to a collaborative, multi-sectoral approach to address the global pollution crisis
and the resulting health and economic impacts. GAHP’s overall goal is to reduce death and illness
caused by all forms of toxic pollution, including air, water, soil and chemical wastes especially in low
and middle-income countries

The Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) is an international organisation that focuses
on making scientific data on biodiversity available via the Internet using web services.[1] The data are
provided by many institutions from around the world; GBIF's information architecture makes these
data accessible and searchable through a single portal. Data available through the GBIF portal are
primarily distribution data on plants, animals, fungi, and microbes for the world, and scientific names
data. The mission of the GBIF is to facilitate free and open access to biodiversity data worldwide to
underpin sustainable development.

The Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI) is an intergovernmental organization based in Seoul,
South Korea. It is dedicated to promoting green growth, which integrates economic
progress with environmental sustainability. GGGI provides technical support, research opportunities,
and stakeholder collaboration to develop green growth plans, focusing particularly on the needs
of developing countries.

The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is responsible for coordinating responses
to environmental issues within the United Nations system. It was established by Maurice Strong, its
first director, after the United Nations Conference on the Human Environment in Stockholm in June
1972. Its mandate is to provide leadership, deliver science and develop solutions on a wide range of
issues, including climate change,[3] the management of marine and terrestrial ecosystems, and green
economic development.[4] The organization also develops international environmental agreements;
publishes and promotes environmental science and helps national governments achieve
environmental targets.

The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) is an intergovernmental body of

the United Nations. Its job is to advance scientific knowledge about climate change caused by
human activities.[1] The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) and the United Nations
Environment Programme (UNEP) established the IPCC in 1988. The United Nations endorsed the
creation of the IPCC later that year.

The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) is an international

organization working in the field of nature conservation and sustainable use of natural resources.
IUCN has widened its focus beyond conservation ecology and now incorporates issues related
to sustainable development in its projects. IUCN does not itself aim to mobilize the public in support
of nature conservation. It tries to influence the actions of governments, business and other
stakeholders by providing information and advice and through building partnerships. The
organization is best known to the wider public for compiling and publishing the IUCN Red List of
Threatened Species, which assesses the conservation status of species worldwide.

Greenpeace is an independent global campaigning network, founded in Canada in 1971 by a group

of environmental activists. International NGO with a goal to "ensure the ability of the Earth to nurture
life in all its diversity.".

Fauna and Flora International nature conservation charity and non-governmental organization
dedicated to protecting the planet's threatened wildlife and habitats. organization coming out of
the conservation or environmental movements that seeks to protect, analyse or monitor the
environment against misuse or degradation from human forces.
In this sense the environment may refer to the biophysical environment or the natural environment.
The organization may be a charity, a trust, a non-governmental organization, a governmental
organization or an intergovernmental organization. Environmental organizations can be
global, national, regional or local. Some environmental issues that environmental organizations
focus on include pollution, plastic pollution, waste, resource depletion, human
overpopulation and climate change.
Environmental Defense Fund or EDF is a United States-based nonprofit environmental advocacy
group. The group is known for its work on issues including global warming, ecosystem restoration,
oceans, and human health, and advocates using sound science, economics, and law to find
environmental solutions that work.
Key Functions:

 It develops and promotes tools for advancing sustainability, including the ecological
footprint and biocapacity, which measure the amount of resources we use and how much
we have.
 These tools aim at bringing ecological limits to the center of decision-making

Green Cross International is an environmentalist organization headquartered in Geneva,

Switzerland, founded by former Soviet leader Mikhail Gorbachev in 1993. Today there are
member organizations in 30 countries. Its primary mission is to "respond to the combined
challenges of security, poverty and environmental degradation to ensure a sustainable and secure
future". Green Cross International was founded by former Soviet leader Mikhail Gorbachev in
1993, building upon the work started by the 1992 Earth Summit in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.

The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is a specialized agency of the United
Nations (UN) that focuses on environmental issues and sustainable development. It was
established in 1972, following the United Nations Conference on the Human Environment held
in Stockholm, Sweden. UNEP's mission is to provide leadership and encourage partnership in
caring for the environment by inspiring, informing, and enabling nations and peoples to improve
their quality of life without compromising that of future generations.

CITES operates under the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) because of the close
connection between wildlife conservation and environmental sustainability. UNEP is the leading
global environmental authority within the United Nations system, responsible for coordinating
environmental activities, promoting sustainable development, and addressing global
environmental challenges.
The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) operates under the auspices of two
United Nations bodies: the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) and the United Nations
Environment Programme (UNEP). The decision to establish the IPCC under the joint leadership
of these two organizations was made to ensure comprehensive and interdisciplinary expertise in
addressing climate change

The International Maritime Organization (IMO) is not under the direct authority of the United
Nations Environment Programme (UNEP). However, UNEP and IMO have a close working
relationship and collaborate on various environmental issues related to maritime activities. While
IMO operates independently as a specialized agency of the United Nations, UNEP and IMO
collaborate closely to address the environmental challenges associated with maritime activities.
Their partnership helps ensure the integration of environmental considerations into the shipping
industry and supports the sustainable management of the marine environment.