Study on Greek Pupils’ Awareness about the Contribution of Renewable Energy in Sustainable Development

Abstract

Environmental issues have now reached global proportions, threatening both the quality of life and the viability of the planet.The current level of interest in finding reliable, efficient, and cost-effective solutions is impressive. In this context, it appears that broadening the development and utilisation of renewable energies is a top priority. The aim of the present paper is the investigation of students ‘views on environmental problems and renewable sources of energy. They are seen as a healthy starting point for solving the ecological problems facing the Earth. Since changing human behaviour is regarded as a capable and necessary condition for resolving our planet's major environmental problems, understanding students' knowledge and concepts about the environment and environmental problems is regarded as a primary action.  According to the results of the surveys, students have a positive attitude toward the environment and are concerned about environmental issues. However, their environmental knowledge is limited, and school is not the primary source of informing students about environmental issues.