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Through the study and analysis of the current characteristics of supply and demand of environmental information in Europe, it is possible to draw conclusions on the shortcomings of the traditional communication model, in terms of its effectiveness to induce cultural change towards sustainability. While the written media are perceived as the most important suppliers of environmental information, they are also viewed as the usual means for the transmission of the less credible data. Social perceptions of the mass media, together with their limitations (such as lack of space, diversity and specialisation, or time constrictions) determine the need for reviewing the traditional communication model.
As a result, an alternative model of environmental information exchange in Europe is being put forward. The new model is based on interactivity, participation, plurality of sources and opinions, different representations of reality, and elimination of space, time and variability constrictions. This model can be characterised by three basic aspects, namely:
This model is already being tested at various levels and some of the findings are described as case studies in this report. However, in order to promote further and deeper analysis of the models potential and implications, it is necessary to initiate and evaluate some new strategies. Chief among these are the conception, design and creation of environmental communication research projects, initiatives or centres specifically designed to deal with the development of new and innovative environmental communication systems to provide information of real value.
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