Class 3: Renewable Energy and the Power of Solutions
Clean Tech Energy and Sustainability Consultant
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Lesson Summary
​In this lesson students will see the many different initiatives and innovative technologies used, and the extent to which all different types of people from climate activists to regulations and development created by companies that are on the forefront of battling the crisis.
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Essential Questions:
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How can we encourage our communities to engage in practices to raise awareness of the current climate crisis?
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If resources weren’t a constraint, what are some ways to develop new technologies to combat climate change?
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What is the potential impact of new technology and ideas to climate change?
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Learning Objectives:
Students will be able to...
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Comprehend basic principles of renewable energy.
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Understand why the transition to renewable energy is crucial to combating climate change.
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Apply their understanding of renewable energy in real-life applications within their community.
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Discuss the importance of sustainable energy in replacing fossil fuels to reach a carbon neutral goal and impact climate change.
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Interpret the different ways sustainable energy will benefit the planet.
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Explain why clean technology is on the emerging front lines of renewable energy.
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Other Materials​
(Presentation slides, photos, and technology demos are upon request to Bioechem)
Company Videos​
Cleantech STEM kit:
Biological Microbattery: