National Geographic
National Geographic: Encyclopedic Entry: Non Renewable Energy
A good primer on non-renewable energy sources. Covers the overall advantages and disadvantages, and discusses the different types and their pros and cons. Includes a slideshow with captions.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Biology: Renewable and Nonrenewable Resources
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Identifies renewable and nonrenewable resources based on the rate at which humans use a resource. Natural resources, such as water, oxygen, and soil, are supplied by...
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Earth Science: Renewable vs. Non Renewable Energy Resources Study Guide
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Summarizes the key points about renewable and nonrenewable resources. Includes a few questions to check for understanding.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Biology: Renewable and Nonrenewable Resources
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Compares renewable and nonrenewable resources.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Earth Science: Renewable vs Non Renewable Energy Resources
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Compare and contrasts renewable and non-renewable resources.
Other
Florida Dept. Of Education: Conservation of Renewable and Nonrenewable Resources
In this learning module, students learn to differentiate between renewable and nonrenewable resources, and identify resources that fit into each category. It explains the environmental effects of using nonrenewable resources, such as...
E-learning for Kids
E Learning for Kids: Scotland: What Is the Difference Between Renewable and Nonrenewable Resources?
Looks at types of natural resources that can be used for energy, and the difference between renewable and nonrenewable energy sources.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Renewable Versus Non Renewable Resources
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Discusses the differences between renewable and nonrenewable natural resources. Includes study and review questions, and links to additional resources.
State Energy Conservation Office-Texas
State Energy Conservation Office: The Rewards of Renewable Energy [Pdf]
The advantages of using renewable energy sources, such as the sun and the wind, are explained.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Earth Science: Non Renewable Energy Resources
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] What nonrenewable energy resources and fossil fuels are and how they form, and the drawbacks of using nonrenewable energy resources.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Earth Science: Non Renewable Energy Resources
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] What nonrenewable energy resources and fossil fuels are and how they form, and the drawbacks of using nonrenewable energy resources.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Earth Science: Renewable Versus Non Renewable Resources
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Distinguishes between renewable and nonrenewable resources.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Earth Science: Renewable vs Non Renewable Energy Resources
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Compare and contrasts renewable and non-renewable resources.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Earth Science: Renewable vs Non Renewable Energy Resources
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Compare and contrasts renewable and non-renewable resources.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Earth Science: Renewable Energy Resources
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] What renewable energy resources are and examples of renewable energy resources.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Earth Science: Renewable Energy Resources
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] What renewable energy resources are and examples of renewable energy resources.
eSchool Today
E School Today: Non Renewable Energy
Learn what non-renewable energy is and the different types.
Other
Peak Oil: Non Renewable Resources Depletion Effects
A collection of graphs, tables, and diagrams that illustrate the global impact of natural resource depletion. (Published 2014)
National Geographic
National Geographic: Evaluating Other Energy Sources
A comprehensive lesson where students examine the different costs and benefits associated with renewable and nonrenewable sources of electricity. Includes a 22-question interactive module where they look at real-world data and images...
Science Buddies
Science Buddies: Burning Biofuels: Comparing Nonrenewable and Renewable Fuels
Will using agrofuel offer a substantial alternative to using fossil fuel? With this experiment you can compare the amount of heat energy released by agrofuel and fossil fuel. The Science Buddies project ideas are set up consistently...
NC State University
Ncsu: What Will Be Left of Earth's Non Renewable Resources?
An interactive graph that predicts how many years until more than two dozen natural resources (e.g., chromium, oil, tin, coal, etc.) are depleted, based on current production rates or production that grows each year. Use the slider at...
Energy4Me
Energy4me: Energy Sources of the World [Ppt]
Learn about the many different energy resources available from our Earth. Find out the pros and cons of each type: both renewable and nonrenewable.
Other
Wikibooks: High School Earth Science/use and Conservation of Resources
Begins with a description of a case of missing plant nutrients that have been affecting Monongahela National Forest in West Virginia. Lists some of the benefits to humans of the natural resources in such a park. Then explains the...
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Fourth Grade Science: Physical Science: Energy Resources
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Discusses nonrenewable and renewable energy resources. Outlines world energy use and ways to conserve energy.