Sustainable Community Development Through Renewable Energy Education: A CSR-Based Collaborative Approach in Pulau Ketam Malaysia
Keywords:
Sustainable community development, renewable energy education, corporate social responsibility (CSR), human resource development (HRD)Abstract
The urgent demand for sustainable community development requires innovative approaches that integrate human resource development (HRD), renewable energy education, and corporate social responsibility (CSR). This study investigates the collaborative CSR initiative between Universitas Pembangunan Panca Budi (UNPAB), Indonesia, and Tuanku Syed Sirajuddin Polytechnic (PTSS), Malaysia, in empowering the local community of Pulau Ketam through renewable energy education. Employing a mixed-method design, data were collected through surveys, focus group discussions, and field observations involving fishermen, farmers, and small-scale entrepreneurs. The CSR program included training modules on solar panel installation, biogas utilization, and micro-hydro systems. Quantitative analysis revealed significant improvements in participants’ technical competencies, while qualitative findings highlighted enhanced awareness of conservation practices and stronger community engagement in forest preservation. The results demonstrate that renewable energy education not only strengthens local green skills but also contributes to environmental sustainability and economic resilience. This research proposes a CSR-based HRD model that links renewable energy education with conservation objectives, offering a replicable framework for sustainable community development in Southeast Asia and beyond.
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