Education Programs - Educational Resources. The Nature of Water Power. A Hands-On Science Curriculum for Students The Nature of Water Power is a thematic science unit appropriate for grades six through eight.
The science activities in this curriculum are written to the latest science standards. Select activities will engage students in the science process, and encourage scientific thinking, hypothesizing, experimental design, collection, organization and interpretation of the data. As students experience the activities, they are provided the opportunity to move to higher levels of investigation. Thus students are better prepared to apply the processes of science to analyze, understand, and solve problems dealing with the standards. I. II. RFA: Renewable Fuels Association. NREL Model Car Comp. The National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) hosts car competitions that race solar- and battery-powered model vehicles.
Middle School teams from all around Colorado participate in this fun, educational, and exciting event every May. Teams work together building cars with guidance from a parent, teacher, or coach to compete in race and design categories. A "Spirit Award" is also presented to one team recognizing good sportsmanship. Building solar- and battery-powered cars requires skills in both math and science. The primary goal of the competitions is to generate enthusiasm for science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) skills at a crucial stage in the development of young people. Model Car Competitions The 2013 Model Car Competitions are complete; see the list of winners. NEED. Wind Is Energy. Wonders of Wind. ScienceEd.gov. Energy Kids. Energy Kids - Secondary. PBS-Wind Power. Lesson Plan This lesson is designed for physical science, earth science, or environmental science classrooms, grades 9-12.
Middle school science teachers may also find this lesson helpful. Lesson Objectives By the end of this lesson, students will be able to: Explain the use of wind power as a renewable resource. Physical Sciences. Wind Powering America. As the United States dramatically expands wind energy deployment, the industry is challenged with developing a skilled workforce and addressing public resistance.
To address these issues, Wind Powering America launched the Wind for Schools project in 2005 by conducting a pilot project in Colorado that resulted in one small wind turbine installation in Walsenburg. The program has ended, but by the end of September 2013: Wind for Schools Portal on OpenEI Visit the OpenEI Wind for Schools Portal to access data from turbines at U.S. schools, such as: Kilowatt-hours produced Utility dollars saved Average kilowatt-hours per year and month. You can also compare the performance of turbines at different locations and find educational resources.
KidWind. The Power of the Wind 4-H. The Power of the Wind Curriculum is part of the National 4-H Curriculum Collection and is designed for middle school aged youth to learn about the wind and its uses.
Youth work with members of a team to design, create, build, and test a wind powered devices and are given opportunities to explore wind as a potential energy source in their community. InfinitePower.org. Solar Energy Interntl. Solar Energy International is the leader in developing industry aligned textbooks and curriculum.
From our leading textbooks to classroom presentations, assessments, and exercises, SEI's learning material is the leading curriculum in the industry. SEI's Textbooks Since 2003, SEI has published industry-leading textbooks that set the standard for renewable energy training programs all over the U.S. and internationally. These textbooks include introductory topics for people just entering the field, as well as highly technical topics for solar professionals: Introduction to Renewable EnergyiPad / iBooks Format - Click here to purchase on iTunes Solar Electric Handbook: Photovoltaic Fundamentals and Applications (2013)Print and eBook Format. Includes full color, high resolution photos of real-world PV applications, informational graphs, and interviews with professionals throughout the industry. Curriculum Credentials Frequently Asked Questions. Florida Solar Energy Center. Solar Learning Lab™ » Teaching STEM Subjects with Renewable Energy Data.
Solar in the Schools K-12 Energy Outreach Program. Today's youth need to understand energy in order to wisely power their homes, their cars and their careers.
The Solar In the Schools outreach program is devoted to teaching the growing importance of energy - both how it is used and where it is sourced. Our hands-on renewable energy education approach not only teaches these vital concepts, it instills precious hope for the future. School Presentations Since its inception in 2002, thousands of students and teachers have participated in the Solar In the Schools program through our regional Hands-On Classroom Presentations. Each year we reach more than 2000 K-12 students, 20 at a time, with dynamic presentations that have kids generating human-powered electricity and wiring small solar cells together in no time. Teacher Training Workshops In 2007, SEI created its first accredited teacher training workshop, now called Teaching Solar Energy to Kids. US Dept Of Energy. Teach your students the importance of green energy while enhancing your required curriculum.
Here you'll find many creative lesson plans, labs, projects and other activities for grades K-12 on energy-related topics. Incorporate them into your classroom. Prepare your students for a greener future! Please see the find more resources including DOE's Energy Principles and Fundamental Concepts framework to help inform your curriculum.
Activities Energy Awareness Quiz This is a free online interactive quiz that provides answers with links to references, datasets or spreadsheets that can be used to further explore these topics. Advanced Search Select one or more options to refine your search. Type in a search term or phrase, and/or select a topic, and/or select a grade, then click search. Please Note. ATEEC. Alliance to Save Energy. US Green Bldg Council. Hear what others have to say about the benefits of USGBC membership Why should your organization become a USGBC member?
We asked hundreds of members what they value about their membership. Here's what they had to say. "Love the new platinum membership and the engagement I get with USGBC team! " "USGBC is doing some of the best work by any association or organization in this field. " GRESB: Bringing sustainability to the capital market Last week the Global Real Estate Sustainability Benchmark (GRESB), launched its 2014 Survey. Know we're back! Building Performance Matters.