Abstract

The COVID-19 pandemic has offered a unique opportunity to reassess human-environment interactions and the role of public awareness in promoting sustainability. As global lockdowns significantly reduced industrial activities transportation and energy consumption unprecedented environmental improvements were observed including decreased air and water pollution. This study explores the implications of these temporary changes on long-term sustainability efforts and public attitudes toward ecological challenges. Focusing on urban and rural settings this research examines how the visible effects of reduced human activity have influenced public perception and behavior toward ecological conservation. Surveys and interviews conducted in diverse socio-economic contexts highlight varying degrees of awareness with many recognizing the pandemic as a wake-up call for prioritizing ecological balance. Additionally the study evaluates local and global initiatives aimed at integrating sustainability int