ILLUMINATING LIVES: ENHANCING COMMUNITY SATISFACTION THROUGH SOLAR ENERGY IN INDIGENOUS SCHOOLS OF PAHANG
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https://doi.org/10.21837/pm.v23i39.1931Keywords:
Indigenous Community, School, Solar Lighting, Sustainable EnergyAbstract
In remote Orang Asli communities, especially in Pahang, where the majority of these communities live, solar lighting is a practical way to address electricity shortages. Energy reliability is increased by incorporating solar lights into schools, which serve as important educational hubs and central gathering spaces for them. The purpose of this study is to evaluate the effectiveness of solar lighting applications for a remote school with 40 school users, who represent a diverse group of staff, who will participate voluntarily. In a case study conducted in Jerantut, the effects of solar lights are assessed using field installations, observations, and questionnaire surveys. The study assesses community involvement, sustainability, and energy efficiency. The findings show night illumination has significantly improved, going from 15 lux to 100 lux, and almost 90% of the respondents are satisfied. These results address important energy concerns in rural areas, foster a resilient learning environment, and add to the larger conversation on sustainable energy availability.
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