ENVIRONMENTAL COMPONENT OF SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT OF TERRITORIAL COMMUNITIES

Abstract

The article discusses the development of a target system for stimulating public governance in the context of sustainable development. It emphasizes that current mechanisms of environmental governance are imperfect and do not fully utilize the latest management technologies. The need for the development of measures to enhance the activity of government bodies and the public in the process of making environmental decisions is noted. The sustainable development of society is discussed, highlighting the importance of communication links that influence environmental development. The role of local self-government bodies and state administration in ensuring continuity is emphasized. An emphasis is made on strategic partnership. The impact of human activity on the environment is explored with a focus on environmental risks. The state of Ukraine's ecological system is analyzed before and after the start of full-scale military operations. It is noted that local communities are often better equipped for effective management of the environmental sphere compared to the public and private sectors. Positive practices promoting the sustainable development of territorial communities are reflected. The importance of environmental awareness of the population is recognized, and problems related to low awareness, motivation, and environmental education are identified. The formation of goal-oriented Information-Active Units (IAUs) is proposed to stimulate eco-activities at the level of territorial communities. The proposed system is intended to perform functions such as provision, coordination, and forecasting. The structure of Information-Active Units in the environmental sphere at the level of territorial communities and key elements are presented. A model for coordinating cooperation in the public environmental management system is proposed. The implementation of the proposed measures involves assessing collaboration needs, defining goals, and improving coordination methods. Overall, the importance of collaboration, coordination, and effective communication in the public governance system in the environmental sphere is emphasized to achieve sustainable development goals at the local level.