Synergy Analysis between Environmental Awareness, Student Participation, and Campus Policies in Waste Reduction and Energy Efficiency at Bina Sarana Informatika University
Dahlia Sarkawi
Faculty of Economics and Business, Universitas Bina Sarana Informatika, Jakarta, Indonesia.
Agus Priadi
Faculty of Communication and Language, Universitas Bina Sarana Informatika, Jakarta, Indonesia.
Anggi Oktaviani *
Faculty of Information Technology, Universitas Nusa Mandiri, Jakarta, Indonesia.
*Author to whom correspondence should be addressed.
Abstract
This research aims to analyze the synergy between three key elements of environmental awareness, student participation, and campus policy in the context of waste reduction and energy efficiency at Bina Sarana Informatika University. The method applied is descriptive observation, where data is collected through field notes in various campus locations as well as in-depth interviews with students. The results indicate that high environmental awareness among students contributes significantly to their active participation in waste management programs and efficient energy use practices. In addition, campus policies that support environmental initiatives were shown to play an important role in increasing student involvement. This synergy between environmental awareness, student participation, and campus policies contributes to the creation of a more sustainable campus environment. The findings also provide strategic recommendations to strengthen environmental education programs and increase student engagement in sustainability-focused campus policies, thereby encouraging more environmentally responsible behavior in the future.
Keywords: Environmental awareness, student participation, campus policy, waste reduction, energy efficiency