Integral ecology is a key concept of Pope Francis' encyclical "Laudato Si". It goes beyond the conventional boundaries of environmental discourse and seeks to establish harmony with oneself, with others, with nature and other with others, with nature and other living beings, and with God.

This approach recognises the links between social and environmental and environmental issues and promotes a vision that respects the dignity and value of every human person. The dignity and worth of every human person. Pope Francis also stresses the importance of ecological economics, simple living, ecological education, ecological spirituality education, ecological spirituality and community engagement.