Annenberg Foundation
Annenberg Learner: Science in Focus: Energy: Understanding Energy
A video workshop looking at the world's use of fossil fuels as an energy source. Includes discussions about the limits of fossil fuel use and the importance of teaching energy conservation and investing in alternative energy sources.
US Department of Energy
U.s. Department of Energy: Solar Energy Technologies Program: Solar Power Basics
Learn about the process of generating solar electricity from photovoltaic cell and concentrating solar power technologies. [3:57]
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: Energy Sources
This video segment illustrates a variety of energy sources used to generate electricity, some of which are in use and some of which are under exploration. [6:09]
Science Friday Initiative
Science Friday: Biofuel Roundup
Cellulosic ethanol? Cyanobacteria? Algae? Microbial fuel cells? Join a discussion about current research into biofuels, and where the field is headed.
Science Friday Initiative
Science Friday: Biofuels Research Roundup
Ira talks with several researchers looking at innovative ways to harvest energy from plant materials, including gasoline-like chemicals, ethanol, and hydrogen production.
Science Friday Initiative
Science Friday: Biofuels Update
Join Ira Flatow in this hour of Science Friday for a discussion of alternative energy and biofuels.
PBS
Pbs: Nova Labs: Wind Power
A good argument for the use of wind power lays out both the benefits and the challenges of using this alternative energy source. [2:33]
Science Friday Initiative
Science Friday: Automakers Drive Towards Hydrogen Cars
Find out what obstacles still stand in the way of alternative energy sources. Jennifer Kurtz discusses the current state of hydrogen fuel technology.
California Academy of Sciences
California Academy of Sciences: Wave Power
Find out what wave energy is, and how it works. [2:17]
Science Friday Initiative
Science Friday: Wind Energy Potential
A new report says wind turbines have the potential to supply all the world's energy needs. Sciene Friday talks with the authors of the report about their findings, and the barriers to putting such a plan into practice.
Science Friday Initiative
Science Friday: Switching the Energy Economy of San Antonio
In a state known for oil, can a city change its energy habits? San Antonio's mayor says he wants to make his city a hub for alternative and renewable energy businesses. Ira Flatow and guests discuss how a city can change its energy habits.