How can the integration of behavioral science and environmental science provide a framework for understanding and mitigating human-driven environmental degradation? The authors, Gerald T. Gardner and Paul C. Stern, leverage their expertise in psychology and social science to bridge the gap between ecological problems and human action. They synthesize research from multiple disciplines to evaluate why individuals engage in environmentally harmful behaviors and propose evidence-based strategies for intervention and change.

This text is regarded as a foundational resource for students and researchers seeking to understand the intersection of human psychology and environmental policy. Its structured approach provides a clear, academic introduction to the behavioral dimensions of ecological challenges.