Measuring the level of environmental awareness in some areas of southern Libya

Abstract

The study was conducted in the Brak Al-Shati area to determine the level of environmental awareness among them. The sample consisted of 91 people, using a random sampling system. The test was conducted on the environmental awareness scale after environmental information. To achieve the study objectives, a scale consisting of (25) paragraphs was developed. The results of the study showed that 93.4% were aware that environmental pollution greatly affects human health, 72.35% responded to the need to add curricula that include environmental awareness, 81.3% responded to the need to rationalize and consume environmental resources, 95.6% responded that alternative energy sources should be used, and 97.8% of the participants responded that they appreciate researchers and those interested in environmental issues. The results also showed that 75.8% and 92.3% are very interested in environmental topics and problems that occur in the world, respectively, and that 95% support countries' commitment to environmental agreements, 100% responded that environmental laws should be activated. The results also showed statistically significant differences at the level (α = 0.05) for the variables of gender, educational qualification, and age. This shows that the residents of the area have a very sufficient environmental awareness regarding the environment.