Sustainability Education for Recycling: Multidisciplinary Approaches and Innovative Practices
A special issue of Recycling (ISSN 2313-4321).
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 15 December 2025 | Viewed by 22
Special Issue Editor
Interests: circular economy; environmental communication; life-cycle assessment; recycling; waste management; water and wastewater in ancient civilizations; water supply
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Recycling is a crucial element in the transition toward a circular economy and sustainable development. However, its success depends not only on technological advancements and policy frameworks, but also on the collective awareness and behavior of citizens. Environmental education plays a fundamental role in fostering sustainable mindsets and encouraging active participation in recycling practices.
This Special Issue aims to explore the educational and communicative dimensions of recycling from a multidisciplinary perspective. We welcome contributions from all academic fields, including environmental sciences, humanities, social sciences, education, communication, psychology, design, and the arts.
The Special Issue is particularly interested in showcasing the following:
- Educational methodologies and tools for promoting recycling;
- Case studies of formal and informal educational projects;
- Communication strategies and public awareness campaigns;
- Cultural, social, and philosophical reflections on recycling;
- Innovative didactic approaches and community-based interventions.
Descriptive or narrative contributions are welcome, provided that they clearly demonstrate relevance, originality, and potential impact. Projects that present methodological approaches, pedagogical strategies, or experiential learning practices are highly encouraged.
The objective of this Special Issue is to create a vibrant platform that brings together educators, researchers, communicators, and practitioners to share knowledge, inspire innovation, and promote effective and inclusive environmental education on recycling.
Dr. Giovanni De Feo
Guest Editor
Manuscript Submission Information
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Submitted manuscripts should not have been published previously, nor be under consideration for publication elsewhere (except conference proceedings papers). All manuscripts are thoroughly refereed through a single-blind peer-review process. A guide for authors and other relevant information for submission of manuscripts is available on the Instructions for Authors page. Recycling is an international peer-reviewed open access semimonthly journal published by MDPI.
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Keywords
- circular economy
- community engagement
- environmental education
- environmental humanities
- innovative teaching methods recycling
- sustainability communication
- sustainability education
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