Ecological Education in Church Documents and Canon Law

Abstract

The environment determines the existence of man who nowadays is considered
to be the main and sometimes the sole protagonist of transformations. Man connects
its existence with nature, he depends upon it and at the same time he conditions
its existence from its good or ill will. He possesses the tools and knowledge about
the possibilities of nature’s transformation and even annihilation of it which makes
him occupy a unique position in the universe. Therefore, efforts to protect the
environment of life must be multidirectional and coordinated. It is possible that
in future modern biotechnology will be the solution for sustainable development,
which provides the possibility to exercise control over economy and directs scientific
research. Making any decision in this area involves the responsibility of international
institutions, government, and citizens. Hence, it is important to create a situation in
which the development and use of modern technologies, knowledge and skills, are in
conditions which ensure maximum safety and exclude needless risk to humans and
the environment of their lives.