SUSTAINABILITY IN STEM: TEACHING ENERGY AWARENESS IN ICT THROUGH INTERDISCIPLINARY APPROACHES

Sustainability and STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) education are deeply interconnected, as STEM disciplines play a crucial role in addressing environmental and societal challenges.As sustainability becomes an increasingly relevant global issue, STEM professionals must be equipped with the necessary competencies to actively contribute to sustainable development in their careers.This study explores the integration of sustainability in STEM education, emphasizing the need for interdisciplinary collaboration.It reviews various pedagogical strategies, including problem-based learning (PBL), service-learning, and experiential learning, to foster critical thinking and problem-solving skills.The study examines case studies from higher education institutions that have adopted sustainability-focused STEM programs and evaluates their impact on students' learning experiences.A case study on raising awareness of energy sustainability has been conducted with engineering students.This intervention aims to increase awareness and encourage engineering students to adopt responsible behaviours to reduce energy consumption associated with ICT usage.The findings indicate that by embedding sustainability education in STEM programs, universities can prepare students to become agents of change, equipped to develop innovative solutions for a more sustainable future.