Environmental management: from theory to practice

In the submitted article theoretical questions of formation of the ekologo-geographical direction which has received the name rational environmental management are considered. The contents of this term try to explain also large number of scientists and publicists. Under it the practice of interaction with the nature but which isn't leading to degradation of natural ecosystems and complexes and damages to the nature any more, allowing to provide reproduction of the nature and an opportunity unlimited on time a managing in the territory. The author has developed and presented model of rationalization of use of natural resources in the Baikal region which main elements became: ecological requirements, technological capabilities, economic feasibility, management of environmental management, regulation of a use of natural resources, legal ensuring environmental management, an environment monitoring, environmental control behind activity of objects of economy and citizens, the sanction for violation of nature protection legislations and ecological standards, encouragement for progress and achievements in conservation, tradition and customs of the people, religious installations, process of ecological education, training, education and a protectionism.