Links
n-ergise
Quick and easy access to a world of knowledge about energy! Including local info for the North East England (suitable for kids and teachers).
How PV works
A simple table of illustrations (and optional Flash animation) showing how a grid connected PV system works.
Home Sweet Home
A beautiful animation about climate change with a happy ending!
Useful to stimulate discussion in class.
The Solar Energy Store
A basic intro to the history of solar energy
Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Facts
Some basic facts about solar photovoltaic energy from the US Department of Energy
Educational materials from n-power
Some free 'energising' educational resources mapped to the National Curriculum for Key Stages 1 to 4 and to the Scottish Curriculum to help you fire the imagination and generate a real desire to learn about power, energy, electricity, gas and renewable energy.
Make a solar water heater
A quick lesson plan to make a solar water heater
The British Wind Energy Association
Lots of useful information and pictures on wind energy including an 'introduction to wind energy' containing the basic facts of generating electricity from the wind and some useful frequently asked questions.
Wasting Energy at Home?
A 9 page PDF American teaching plan about ways to save energy in the home.
Energy Activities for Teachers and Students
A selection of (downloadable PDF) activities developed by the US National Energy Education Development Project. Stories, hands-on activities, and research articles for students of all learning styles and levels.
