Does gender matter? A moderation analysis of renewable energy and sustainability performance in Indonesian higher education institutions

Sulistiani, Dwi ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-7921-1913, Lestari, Yona Octiani ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-1825-0097 and Kusuma, Yuanda (2026) Does gender matter? A moderation analysis of renewable energy and sustainability performance in Indonesian higher education institutions. Journal of Environment and Sustainability Education, 4 (2). pp. 322-332. ISSN 3025-0714

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Abstract

This study aims to provide empirical evidence on the influence of renewable energy (RE) on sustainability performance (SP), while also examining the role of gender in this relationship. A quantitative research method employing a survey technique was used with university lecturers in Indonesia as respondents. 232 samples were measured using random sampling which was processed using the SmartPLS 4.0 application. The results found a significant influence of renewable energy on sustainability performance. However, gender was not found to moderate the effect of renewable energy on sustainability performance. This study confirms that the success of renewable energy strategies in improving sustainability performance in universities depends not only on technology and investment, but also on gender diversity. In the context of sustainability research, gender socialization theory provides a robust theoretical foundation to support the argument that gender equality is a vital prerequisite for achieving equitable, inclusive, and sustainable development for all. Thus, this study makes a significant contribution to the literature on renewable energy, sustainability, and gender, offering new insights into the development of more inclusive and sustainable higher education policies. The results also confirm the relevance of public policies that link the sustainability agenda to gender equality in the higher education sector.

Item Type:	Journal Article
Keywords:	Gender; Higher education institutions; Renewable energy; Sustainability performance
Subjects:	09 ENGINEERING > 0906 Electrical and Electronic Engineering > 090608 Renewable Power and Energy Systems Engineering (excl. Solar Cells) 15 COMMERCE, MANAGEMENT, TOURISM AND SERVICES > 1501 Accounting, Auditing and Accountability > 150106 Sustainability Accounting and Reporting 15 COMMERCE, MANAGEMENT, TOURISM AND SERVICES > 1501 Accounting, Auditing and Accountability > 150116 Educational Accounting
Divisions:	Faculty of Tarbiyah and Teaching Training > Department of Social Science Education
Depositing User:	MSA,Ak,CA Dwi Sulistiani
Date Deposited:	15 Jul 2026 22:02

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