GREEN TECHNOLOGY: UNLEASHING THE POTENTIAL FOR SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT IN THE EDUCATIONAL SECTOR

Abstract

Technology has an extensive influence on society and its surroundings, contributing to the creation of more modern economies, such as today's global economy. In the 21st century, people are highly dependent on technology. We also cannot deny the fact that human life relies greatly on the environment. Science has provided numerous technologies for us. Green technology is one of them, which is considered to be very environmentally friendly as it can help to overcome the problems of climate change, global warming, soil degradation, etc. Green technology acts as a boon to our environment as it can promote environmental awareness among students in education. It acts as a catalyst for reducing the emissions of carbon, thereby maintaining sustainability in our environment. It has the eminent power to minimize environmental degradation and safeguard our environment. Many green education programs are run by various educational institutions that provide real-time, hands-on experience to preserve nature to mitigate its detrimental impact on the environment. There is a need to update the curriculum by including green technology-related courses on sustainable agriculture, renewable energy sources, waste management, etc. Energy-efficient equipment can be installed and sustainability-related workshops and seminars can be conducted to raise awareness about green technology. The paper provides insights regarding the concept of green technology, the significance of green technology for sustainable development, the concept of green ICT, ways of implementing green technology in the educational sector and the various challenges and discussions regarding the integration of green technology for sustainable development in education.