Renewable
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Earth Science Club of Northern Illinois (ESCONI)
Is your family interested in the earth sciences, like geology, paleontology, and archaeology? If so, encourage them to sign up for ESCONI, a club wholey dedicated to earth sciences. In addition to hosting general meetings and lectures, they also host field trips! Sign up today!
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Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History
In the Forensics Lab at the Smithsonian Museum of Natural History, students can study real human bones from the past to identify gender and draw conclusions about their lives. In the Fossil Halls, find out how scientists use dinosaur fossils to learn about their biology and evolution. Also features an IMAX theater. The museum offers free admission and is open seven days a week.
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Alternative Energy
Watch this video about alternative sources of energy that scientists are researching for the future. Wind energy is expected to be one of the top sources of "green" energy for the fut…
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Using and Saving Energy in Industry
Industries account for one-third of the country's energy usage. Learn about how each type of industry uses energy in this article.
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Hydrogen Power
Hydrogen is the simplest element, yet it can create large amounts of power. For example, the sun is a giant ball of hydrogen and is a huge source of energy. To learn more about hyd…
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What is biomass?
Students will learn about biomass, a renewable energy from plants and animals! The article also talks about waste-to-energy transformations in order to make electricity.
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Wind Energy Basics
Don't know a lot about wind energy? Not to worry! Here's an easy to understand website that will teach you the basics about wind energy! Check out the link to learn more.
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Solar Wind Bridge
Read about this bridge that could grow vegetables and generate energy at the same time! This solar wind bridge concept could power 15,000 homes.
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Harness the Power of Wind
This article will provide your students with a good introduction to Wind Energy by showing them the inside of a wind turbine, how that turbine generates power, and letting them adjust…
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Air Pollution
Kids will examine the quality of the air they breath with this simple project! Using a filter, they can see what particles they breathe in.
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Crossword Puzzle - Renewables
This crossword puzzle will challenge kids to remember what they have learned about renewable energy.
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Wind Power (take the quiz)
This site will teach your students all about wind power: how it works, where wind farms are, and what its advantages and disadvantages are. There is even a quiz at the end to test wh…
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Energy Blast Exhibit at the Fort Worth Museum of Science and History
Take your group to the Energy Blast Exhibit at the Fort Worth Museum of Science and History, where they can learn about innovative ways to provide energy to our homes, schools and bus…
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Argonne National Laboratory
One the oldest and largest national laboratories, Argonne National Laboratory researches energy sources, biological systems, and national security. They host public tours of the scientific and engineering facilities.
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Jonathan Colby, Hydrodynamic Engineer
After entering a Ph. D. program in aerospace engineering, the current of Jonathan Colby's career swept him away from aerospace and toward renewable energy. Jonathan now works to turn…
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Careers in Renewable Energy
In this article, your students can learn about careers in many different fields of renewable energy from solar, to wind, to geothermal, and many more.
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PowerUp: The Game
Fossil fuels have been damaging the environment, much of the ecosystem is being destroyed, and people are dying. Students can build wind, sun, and solar power structures and clean up …
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Solar Energy
Kids will learn how the power of the sun can provide us energy.
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Geothermal Energy
Students will learn about what geothermal energy is and how it is used! The US is the leader in geothermal energy; perhaps your region might be using geothermal energy.
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Using and Saving Energy in Commercial Buildings
Malls, hospitals, and schools all use a great amount of energy! Find out how much energy they use and where they get their energy from in this article!
