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\nWind Power\n

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\nWind power blows non-renewable sources away! Why are there not more wind power plants? Science sleuths track down the reasons behind our limited use of wind energy with a video from NOVA's energy unit. The resource covers the storage and...\n
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\nCambridge Ideas - How Many Lightbulbs?\n

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\nHumans have become addicted to fossil fuels. From pumping oil into our cars, to burning natural gas to heat our water, or using coal to create electricity that lights our homes, we are constantly relying on these nonrenewable resources....\n
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\n3D Printing Robots\n

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\nWhat is water worth to you? The answer probably depends on many different variables. Learners explore the value of water in space and what it takes to transport the resource to locations in a galaxy far far away. They then consider...\n
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\nWhat is an Ecological Footprint?\n

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\nIntroduce youngsters to the term ecological footprint. Learners identify ways in which humans affect the environment. They look at the problems associated with the use of natural resources, and focus on ways to preserve natural...\n
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\nSustainable Development\n

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\nTwelfth graders explore the difference between natural and man-made environments.  In this renewable resources activity students evaluate the economic importance of resources. \n
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\nRenewable Energy and\n

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\nStudents identify and explore renewable energy options and then research, develop and install a renewable energy system in their school or community. Students identify the use of renewable energy sources in the north, demonstrate their...\n
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\nClassic Trash\n

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\nStudents investigate how trash is classified and the options to deal with it. In this trash and recycling instructional activity, students perform an activity to classify trash into organic, renewable/ recyclable, now...\n
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\nApplied Science - Built Environment (2) Pre Lab\n

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\nSecond graders review how our society affects nature. In this energy lesson, 2nd graders discuss the different ways that energy is collected. They review renewable and nonrenewable energy sources. \n
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\nOur Treasured Trees\n

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\nStudents discuss natural resources and renewable resources with trees being considered renewable resources which need special attention. In this Earth science lesson, students write a list of reasons for why it would be good to stop...\n
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\nForms of Energy\n

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\nGive me a home where electric buffalo roam and I'll show you an ohm on the range. Introduction your classes to potential and kinetic energy, electricity, and renewable resources with a resource that combines observation, direct...\n
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\nNon-Renewable Energy Resources\n

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\nWhat is a fossil fuel and why is it important? The video explains fossil fuels as an energy source and how they may be harmful to the environment. Nuclear energy is an alternative with its own implications. \n
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\nRunning on Renewables\n

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\nStudents investigate the costs and benefits of switching their school to sustainable technology energy production. They use software called HOMER developed by the National Renewable Energy Lab to do the cost/ benefit analysis. They then...\n
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\nConsider Your Options-Plastics\n

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\nStudents explore plastics and what plastics students use to pack a lunch. In this plastics lesson plan, students observe each other pack lunches and take note of all the plastics used in packing the lunch. They discuss the impact of...\n
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\nDesign a Recycling Game!\n

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\nStudents discover that recycling is using a product more than once so that natural resources can be saved and so that we won't need so many garbage dumps and landfills. They see that there are different ways to recycle. Students design a...\n
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\nRenewable Energy Sources - Solar and Wind\n

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\nThere has been a huge solar energy spill! Let's go outside to play in it. This lesson includes multiple experiments showcasing solar and wind energies. Scholars build a solar heater and an anemometer before testing the results. The...\n
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\nEthanol Fermentation\n

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\nBiofuel is a possible form of clean and renewable energy. Engineering explorers observe the fermentation process, and then alter the temperature to discover the effect on fermentation. The plan is complete with materials, procedures, and...\n
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\nSolar Thermal Energy: Harnessing the Power of the Sun\n

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\nA small community in Denmark meets almost all of its energy needs through a solar energy plant. The video explains how solar panels work. Individuals in European countries who have installed solar panels on their homes share the...\n
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\nNatural Resource Awareness\n

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\nSeventh graders design a collage that shows natural resources or things made from natural resources. They discuss the collages and decide how they use natural resources at home and school. They listen to a read aloud of a Native American...\n
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\nEnergy Sources and Use\n

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\nFourth graders study renewable and non-renewable sources of energy. Using the internet and multiple websites, 4th graders research and compare alternative energy sources. They present their findings to the class.\n
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\nSources of Energy\n

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\nSeven slides simplify sources of energy for your upper elementary science superstars. This concise presentation defines energy, lists forms of energy, and then compares renewable to nonrenewable sources. Have viewers take notes, and then...\n
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\nEnergy is Everywhere\n

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\nStudents differentiate between renewable and non-renewable resources and identify the different forms of energy and list the advantages or disadvantages of different forms of energy. They also determine the benefits as well as the...\n
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\nUnderstanding Forms and Sources of Energy\n

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\nWhat is the difference between a form of energy and a source of energy? This first activity in a series of 19 lessons uses demonstrations and discussions to introduce energy to the class. Through using hand-generator flashlights,...\n
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\nResources\n

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\nIn this resources worksheet, learners review renewable and nonrenewable resources. Students also review how resources can be conserved. This worksheet has 7 terms in a crossword puzzle, 3 true or false, and 10 short answer questions.\n
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\nPopulation and resources(\n

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\nStudents describe what a consumer is and give examples of how we affect the earth. They explain how we as consumers can change our actions to have less of an impact. Students discuss \"How can we reduce the size of our footprint?\"\n
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