An increase in public awareness and public participation regarding environmental issues is greatly needed to create pressure on decision-makers and to promote an atmosphere where solutions to problems can be elaborated and implemented. The access to environmental information has to be improved and information about the actions of decision-makers and businesses regarding the environment should be more broadly disseminated. The level of environmental training and education is quite high in Slovenia, but more has to be done. The framework exists for training and, generally, technical training is good. Environment should be included in all subjects.
Elementary schools have the choice to introduce alternative programs.
There is a fear, however, that due to being included in the official State school system, these programs might lose attractiveness. More support for out of school programs and alternative forms of education are needed. Many NGOs are involved in environmental education and public awareness raising programs. The media need to present environmental issues in a format that is more attractive to the public.