Analysis of Environmental Awareness and Attitudes of Youth in Terms of Sustainability
Abstract
Improving environmental awareness among youth is vital for a sustainable future. Growing individuals who are sensitive to nature ensure that permanent steps are taken to solve environmental problems. This study aims to analyze young people’s perceptions and attitudes toward the environment and to reveal their level of sensitivity and environmentally friendly behaviors. A face-to-face survey was conducted with 286 young people living in Hatay province. The findings obtained were evaluated by factor analysis. In addition, it was found that they acquired environmental knowledge mostly on their own and that they were aware that deforestation and environmental pollution threatened the future. It was determined that youth have recycling awareness. Besides, it is argued that paper, plastic, glass and metal waste should be separated, waste oil should not be poured down the sink but collected in suitable containers, used batteries should be collected separately and recycling bins should be kept at home or in the neighborhood. Moreover, it is stated that environmental awareness should be taught as a course in schools through experts in order to instill it in people. Additionally, it should be supported to organize events and activities aimed at raising environmental awareness in individuals. Furthermore, practices such as social responsibility projects should be implemented to increase youth responsibility towards the environment.
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Ayrıntılar
Birincil Dil
İngilizce
Konular
Tarım Ekonomisi (Diğer)
Bölüm
Araştırma Makalesi
Erken Görünüm Tarihi
9 Mart 2026
Yayımlanma Tarihi
9 Mart 2026
Gönderilme Tarihi
14 Ağustos 2025
Kabul Tarihi
4 Aralık 2025
Yayımlandığı Sayı
Yıl 1970 Sayı: Advanced Online Publication
