Promoting Green Technologies and Innovative Solutions for a Sustainable Future in the Context of Higher Education

This study investigated university students’ knowledge of green technology and explored their innovative solutions for promoting sustainability. Employing a mixed methods design that combined a descriptive survey and a case study, the research gathered both quantitative and qualitative insights. A researcher-developed questionnaire, grounded in related literature and validated by five experts, was administered to 283 purposively selected students enrolled in the Bachelor of Secondary Education, Bachelor of Science in Entrepreneurship, Bachelor of Science in Criminology, and Bachelor of Science in Hotel Management programs. These students were taking courses such as Research, Teaching of Science, Environmental Science, and Science, Technology, and Society. Quantitative data were analyzed using percentages, means, and standard deviations, while qualitative data underwent coding, thematic analysis, and triangulation. Findings revealed that most students were only slightly familiar with green technology, except for the BS Entrepreneurship group, which reported a moderate level of familiarity. Although respondents acknowledged the importance of adopting environmentally friendly practices, their limited knowledge reflects the minimal availability and utilization of green technologies in local contexts. Notably, the majority expressed strong agreement that higher education institutions have a responsibility to integrate green technology and sustainability into teaching and campus practices. There was a statistical difference in the level of familiarity among university students. The results highlighted innovative, small-scale initiatives such as the use of recycled materials in instruction, signaling grassroots efforts toward ecological awareness. The study underscores the need for universities to revisit curriculum frameworks, strengthen institutional policies, and provide administrative support to enhance students’ competencies in green technology. Embedding sustainability concepts in higher education is essential to equip future professionals with the knowledge and skills necessary to address the escalating impacts of climate change and environmental degradation.

University Students, Awareness and Understanding, Facilities

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