Solar Powered Street Lighting in Rural Areas: A Value-Use Analysis of Green Technology Axiology

Didik Riyanto (Electrical Engineering Study Program, Muhammadiyah University of Ponorogo, 63471, Indonesia)
Syaad Patmanthara (Department of Electrical Engineering and Informatics, State University of Malang, 65114, Indonesia)
Arif Nur Afandi (Department of Electrical Engineering and Informatics, State University of Malang, 65145, Indonesia)

Energy: Jurnal Ilmiah Ilmu-ilmu Teknik
ENERGY: JURNAL ILMIAH ILMU-ILMU TEKNIK (Special Issue on Engineering Paradigm 2025 Edition)

This study aims to analyze the utility value and axiological implications of the application of green technology, namely Solar Powered Street Lighting (PSL), in Duri Village, Slahung District, Ponorogo Regency. The main problem in the village is the lack of a public street lighting system due to the limited PLN electricity network on the connecting roads between villages. Through an axiological review, this solar power plant technology is analyzed not only from a technical aspect, but also from its beneficial value for community life. The research method includes field studies, planning, implementation of independent Public Street Lighting technology equipped with automatic sensors, implementation testing, and mentoring. The results of the implementation of one Public Street Lighting unit using solar electricity using Smart Bright Solar cell technology with 4000 lm lighting show that this technology provides an independent lighting solution for the general public, improves security, and supports environmental sustainability. The application of solar power plant on Public Street Lighting in rural areas realizes the axiological value of science as a means to improve the quality of life and create energy independence in remote areas.