What is meant by social ecology?

Social Ecology is a social theory which suggests the need to change the social, political, and economic trends so as to create harmony in the society. It emphasizes on the role of social relations in environmental practices and perceptions. It emphasizes that the social relationships create the environmental perceptions and practices in the society. Therefore, different social groups have different relationships to the environment and they approach it differently. Social Ecology is concerned with both rural and urban society regarding their adjustment to the environment.