Optimizing Physics Learning Based on Solar Panel Projects on Renewable Energy Material to Grow Students' Environmental Awareness

Yani Khodijah, Rahayu Kariadinata, Yulia Sukmawardani

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The phenomena of global warming and the energy problem have heightened interest in renewable energy sources, particularly solar energy.  Vocational High Schools (SMK) play a vital role in equipping the youth to confront future environmental concerns.  Consequently, implementing a solar panel project model in vocational schools will substantially enhance environmental consciousness and familiarize students with renewable energy technologies.  This study aims to evaluate energy efficiency in the context of sustainability through a solar panel project model.  This research methodology employs case studies, surveys, and quantitative data analysis.  The study's results, processed using the t-test, reveal a significance value of 0.000, indicating that the average score for sustainable learning exceeds 75, hence demonstrating the effectiveness of student awareness of renewable energy technology.

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