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Digital science communication for sustainability literacy: A scoping review
Tin Shine Aung1, Cláudia Faria2, Joana Sousa3
1Ciências da Sustentabilidade, CIEBA, ITI-LARSyS, Universidade de Lisboa, Alameda da Universidade, 1649-004 Lisboa, Portugal.
Open Research Europe
|June 29, 2026
Summary
Digital science communication enhances sustainability literacy within Education for Sustainable Development (ESD). While immersive technologies and online platforms show promise, challenges remain in accessibility and demonstrating long-term behavioral change for global sustainability goals.
Area of Science:
- Environmental Science
- Education
- Digital Communication
Background:
- Global challenges like climate change necessitate sustainability literacy for achieving Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
- Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) is crucial for fostering holistic learning and action.
- Integrating digital science communication into ESD is essential for addressing these global needs.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore the role of digital science communication in advancing sustainability literacy within ESD.
- To focus on SDG targets 4.7, 12.8, and 13.3.
- To systematically review existing literature on digital approaches in ESD.
Main Methods:
- A scoping review guided by the PRISMA-ScR framework.
- Systematic review of 20 peer-reviewed articles (2000-2023).
- Searches conducted on Scopus and Web of Science, with final analysis on Web of Science data.
Main Results:
- Immersive technologies (VR/AR), game-based learning, and online platforms are key digital tools.
- These tools facilitate interactive engagement, contextualized learning, and flexible access.
- Uneven regional application, limited long-term behavioral change evidence, and accessibility issues are key challenges.
Conclusions:
- Digital science communication can enhance sustainability literacy and reconnect individuals with nature.
- Effectiveness hinges on pedagogical integration, accessibility, and behavior change alignment.
- Further research is needed on long-term impacts and diverse geographical contexts.
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