A Study on Generation Z`s Knowledge and Awareness Levels Regarding Sustainable (Green) Hospitals

Authors : Haydar Kerem Hoşgör, Hacer Güngördü

Pages : 17-28

Doi:10.56493/nkusbmyo.1622411

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Publication Date : 2025-04-28

Article Type : Research Paper

Abstract :This study aims to determine the knowledge and awareness levels of Generation Z students regarding the concept of sustainable (green) hospitals. The data of this cross-sectional study that designed in a quantitative type, were collected from university students studying in the Medical Documentation and Secretarial Program of a public university in Turkey. In the study, where the complete whole sampling method was used, the data collected from 175 students were analyzed with the IBM SPSS 26 package program. Explanatory Factor Analysis, t-test in independent groups, ANOVA test and correlation analysis were used in the analysis of the data. The findings revealed that although Generation Z students have a low level of knowledge about green hospitals concept, their awareness of the concept is relatively high. It was concluded that especially women and those applying to private hospitals have significantly higher levels of knowledge and awareness about sustainable (green) hospitals compared to others. Moreover, it was observed that as students\\\' awareness of green hospitals increased, their annual hospital visit frequency decreased. This finding illustrate that green hospital awareness may influence not only individuals’ consciousness about environmental sustainability but also their behavior in health management. Considering the study findings, it may be beneficial to organize training programs, seminars or applied projects to address students\\\' lack of knowledge.
Keywords : Sürdürülebilirlik, Yeşil Hastane, Karbon Ayak İzi, Z Kuşağı, Öğrenci

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