Students from Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta (UNY) carried out a community engagement activity aimed at supporting students affected by floods at SMP Negeri 5 Bendahara in Aceh Tamiang. The initiative combined renewable energy education with psychological support activities to help students recover emotionally while gaining new environmental knowledge.

During the program, UNY students introduced the concept of renewable energy and the importance of energy conservation in daily life. The session explained several environmentally friendly energy sources such as solar, wind, and water power. Through interactive explanations and demonstrations, students were encouraged to understand how clean energy can contribute to environmental sustainability and future energy security.

The activity was designed to be engaging and participatory. In addition to presentations, the UNY team involved students in interactive discussions and simple learning games related to energy use and environmental awareness. This approach helped students grasp the material more easily while fostering curiosity about sustainable technology.

Beyond environmental education, the program also emphasized psychosocial support for students who had experienced the impact of flooding. The UNY team facilitated group activities, motivational sessions, and fun learning exercises intended to rebuild students’ confidence and enthusiasm for learning after the disaster. These activities created a supportive atmosphere where students could express their feelings and reconnect with their peers.

Teachers and school administrators welcomed the initiative, noting that the combination of environmental education and psychological support was particularly valuable for students recovering from disaster-related stress. The presence of university students also served as inspiration for the younger generation to pursue higher education and remain motivated in their studies.

Through this activity, UNY students demonstrated how academic knowledge can be applied directly to help communities facing real challenges. By integrating environmental education with psychosocial support, the program not only enhanced students’ understanding of renewable energy but also helped restore optimism and resilience among the flood-affected school community.