Environmental Management and Education and Their Challenges in the State of Pará

Objective: The objective of this study is to analyze the challenges of environmental management and education faced in the state of Pará, with the aim of identifying strategies and practices that can promote sustainable development, considering the geographic, socioeconomic, and cultural specificities of the region. Theoretical Framework: The research is based on concepts related to environmental management and environmental education, highlighting the contributions of Jacobi (2013), Loureiro (2014), and Neto et al. (2019). The Brazilian legal framework is also explored, including the Federal Constitution of 1988 and the National Policy for Environmental Education (Law No. 9,795/1999). Method: The methodology adopted was a qualitative and descriptive approach, based on bibliographic research. Data collection was carried out through consultations and analyses of books, periodicals, specialized magazines and online sources, seeking an in-depth understanding of the challenges and potential solutions for environmental management and education in Pará. Results and Discussion: The results revealed that environmental management and education in Pará face challenges such as illegal deforestation, lack of public awareness, absence of integrated and effective public policies, and lack of financial resources and infrastructure. The discussion contextualizes these challenges with the theoretical framework, highlighting the need for coordinated actions between government, society and the productive sector. Research Implications: The implications of this research cover the areas of environmental management and education, with emphasis on the promotion of public policies aimed at sustainability, strengthening environmental governance and expanding educational programs. Such measures can positively impact environmental preservation and sustainable economic development in the state of Pará. Originality/Value: This study contributes to the literature by addressing the specific challenges faced by environmental management and education in one of the regions richest in biodiversity in the world. Its relevance lies in proposing an integrated and multidisciplinary approach to address socio-environmental problems in Pará, promoting sustainable practices and greater social awareness.