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American Museum of Natural History

Climate Change

For Students 6th - 12th
It actually is possible to have too much of a good thing when it comes to climate change. A slide show lesson describes how burning fossil fuels contributes to climate change. Individuals read about the scientific process and the...
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Seeds Foundation: Energy Literacy Series: Wind Energy

For Students 9th - 10th
Explains all about wind energy, what it is, how it is produced, potential benefits and costs, etc.
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US Department of Energy

U.s. Department of Energy: Energy Savers: Small Wind Electric Systems

For Students 9th - 10th
An interactive animation teaching how a wind turbine works to produce electricity.
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Pembina Institute: Renewable Energy Lesson Plans

For Teachers 9th - 10th
There are a variety of lesson plans here on solar and wind energy, and on sustainable transportation.
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US Department of Energy

U.s. Department of Energy: Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy

For Students 9th - 10th
Access to information, policy initiatives, advice, and analysis on issues of energy efficiency and renewable energy, from the U.S. Department of Energy. Its network is responsible for tracking the technological, economic, and...
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US Energy Information Administration

U.s. Eia Energy Kids: Energy Sources: Renewable

For Students 9th - 10th
Find out what renewable energy is and the role it plays in meeting energy needs. Renewable energy sources include biomass, hydropower, geothermal, wind, and solar.
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National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine

The National Academies: Renewable Sources: Wind

For Students 9th - 10th
The status of wind energy production in the United States is described, with the advantages and disadvantages of this alternative energy source.
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Canada Science and Technology Museum

Canada Science and Technology Museum: Background Information for Energy

For Students 9th - 10th
Energy! What do you know about it? Use this terrific site to find out everything about it through a series of Q&As. Educators will find useful lesson plans at the related Teacher's site.
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First Energy: The Electric Avenue: Energy Fun Factory

For Students 3rd - 8th
Here, students can learn all about energy sources and electricity. Activities include games and calculating energy costs in their homes.
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Chewonki Foundation: Pathways to a Sustainable Future: Renewable Energy

For Students 6th - 8th
Information on different forms of renewable energy with links for student projects, resources for teachers, and links to related resources.
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NPR: National Public Radio

Npr: What Are the Non Wind and Non Solar Renewable Resources in Texas?

For Students 9th - 10th
An overview of renewable energy resources in Texas, aside from wind and solar energy. Covers hydropower, geothermal energy, and biomass.
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Ducksters

Ducksters: Environment for Kids: Renewable Energy

For Students 1st - 9th
Kids learn about renewable energy and how it can help the environment. Teach students about solar, wind, biomass, and geothermal energy.
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Other

Abc Da Energia

For Students 2nd - 5th
ABC Da Energia describes the many ways that energy can be obtained and conserved. It explains different sources of energy, how each works, and how energy can be saved in our daily lives. Interactive energy-saving activities and games...
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Planet Ark: World Environmental News

For Students 9th - 10th
Welcome to Planet Ark's daily Reuters World Environment News - the most comprehensive source of environmental news on the Net. To read previous news stories, please use the search engine below to find stories relating to any...
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Exploratorium

Exploratorium: The Science of Sports Cycling

For Students 9th - 10th
A detailed look at the aerodynamic principles associated with cycling. Good science and even better web page design. Includes an online calculator that allows the user to calculate the aerodynamic drag and propulsive power of a bicyclist...