Sustainable awareness, defined as the perception and understanding of the importance of caring for the environment and adopting sustainable practices, has gained increasing significance in today's context of environmental challenges. Education plays a pivotal role in promoting this awareness, from early stages to higher education. To achieve a meaningful shift toward more environmentally respectful behaviours, various pedagogical strategies have been explored, with the use of journals proving to be an effective tool for fostering reflection and the development of pro-environmental skills. This text addresses the relationship between sustainable awareness and journaling, analysing its importance in the educational process and in shaping individuals and designers committed to environmental preservation. Additionally, it reviews studies exploring how education and knowledge levels correlate with environmental awareness, highlighting the relevance of higher education in promoting sustainable behaviours. Notably, the implementation of this method over the last two years among multidisciplinary students, from the first to the final year of professional education, has yielded highly favourable qualitative and quantitative results. These results demonstrate deep and positive reflections and compelling data on the utility of journaling in cultivating sustainable habits and awareness. Through this exploration, the emphasis is on the importance of instilling values, attitudes, and pro-environmental knowledge through education and journaling, aiming for a meaningful shift toward a more sustainable and harmonious designed future with nature.
