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Opinions and Knowledge About Drought Among Young People in Krakow (Southern Poland)

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  • Katarzyna Baran-Gurgul

    (Faculty of Environmental Engineering and Energy, Cracow University of Technology, Warszawska 24, 31-155 Kraków, Poland)

  • Karolina Łach

    (Faculty of Environmental Engineering and Energy, Cracow University of Technology, Warszawska 24, 31-155 Kraków, Poland)

  • Karol Haduch

    (Faculty of Environmental Engineering and Energy, Cracow University of Technology, Warszawska 24, 31-155 Kraków, Poland)

Abstract

Recurrent droughts in Poland necessitate an increase in public awareness regarding their causes, consequences, and mitigation strategies. Education plays a crucial role in this process. The aim of this study was to analyze the knowledge and opinions of primary school students and university students from Krakow regarding drought. To assess their understanding, a survey was conducted, including multiple-choice questions and Likert-scale-based questions. A comparative analysis was performed to identify differences between the two groups, focusing on the relationship between the level of education and drought awareness. This study highlighted the need to intensify climate education at both the school and university levels. Furthermore, it emphasized the necessity of broader discussions on the risks associated with extreme weather events (including droughts) and the importance of actively supporting youth engagement in climate-related initiatives.

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  • Katarzyna Baran-Gurgul & Karolina Łach & Karol Haduch, 2025. "Opinions and Knowledge About Drought Among Young People in Krakow (Southern Poland)," Sustainability, MDPI, vol. 17(11), pages 1-27, June.
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