Environmental social work: an adjunct to environmental Science and technology

Environmental degradation threatens not just the quality, but the very existence of life on earth. The road to an environmentally sustainable future requires an interdisciplinary response that engages both the social and physical sciences (Schmitz et al., 2012). In the article, the author begins by shedding light on the concepts and causes of environmental degradation, thus presenting the complexity of environmental issues and the need for an interdisciplinary approach. In the mission for protecting our environment, the field of Environmental social work is introduced as an adjunct to the field of Environmental Science and Technology. The prevalent strategies and prominent international and national efforts towards environment protection are described. The role of the social worker in Indian environmental practice is also analyzed based on a study conducted by the author and literature review. This article hopes to be useful to professionals in the field of environmental science and technology by conscientizing them about the role of social workers as collaborators in the interdisciplinary team.