Generation Z Education Based on Green Technology in Climate Mitigation

Abstract

Climate change increases the frequency of hydrometeorological disasters, such as floods, droughts, and storms, which adversely affect the environment and health, as well as increasing morbidity and mortality rates. Green technology is present as a strategic solution through innovations in waste management, renewable energy, environmentally friendly buildings, and carbon capture technology. However, the main challenge is the low environmental literacy and green technology in Generation Z, even though they are a strategic group that will be the decision-makers in the future. This article aims to explain the role of green technology in climate change mitigation, describe education strategies for generation Z based on Education for Sustainable Development, and document community service practices as a means of knowledge transfer. The method used is Systematic Literature Review. The results of the study show that the application of green technology not only contributes to climate mitigation, but can also be an effective educational instrument through interactive digital media such as webinars, videos, infographics, and gamification. Furthermore, the implementation of Education for Sustainable Development encourages the involvement of Generation Z as agents of change who are able to instill sustainability values and put them into practice.