CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Earth Science: Hydroelectric Power Study Guide
Review the main concepts of hydroelectric power with this review guide.
NOAA
Noaa: Ne Mo: Chemosynthesis
Deep under the ocean there is no light for plants to perform photosynthesis. This site is a good overview of the alternative energy method, chemosynthesis. Read all about it.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Biology: Carbohydrates
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Discusses the structure and role of carbohydrates.
Wikimedia
Wikipedia: Biomass
Learn about "biomass," organic non-fossil material of biological origin. Includes external links.
Wikimedia
Wikipedia: Oil Shale
When converted to petroleum, oil shale is a valuable resource produced by many countries around the world, including the U.S. Wikipedia discusses the geology, history, economics, and environmental considerations of oil shale.
Climate Literacy
Clean: Evaluating Woody Biomass Options for North Carolina's Electricity Future
In this activity, students learn about the pros and cons of co-firing woody biomass fuels with coal to produce electricity.
Other
Kid Wind Project: Teacher Resources
A collection of inquiry-based and hands-on activities to introduce students to wind energy. Includes PowerPoints, labs, and videos.
Scholastic
Scholastic: Science Explorations: Kids' Environment Report Card
Cast your vote on the important environmental issues. Associated with each issue, there are at least three links to sites which can further your understanding of the issue. To encourage others to respect the environment, you can also...
Energy4Me
Energy4me: Wind Energy
Learn about the alternative energy source, wind energy. Find out the history of this renewable resource and how it works to convert wind energy into electricity.
Energy4Me
Energy4me: Biofuels
Learn the history of the use of biofuels, and find out how this works to convert the energy stored in biological materials into electrical power.
Other
Independent Television Service: World Without Oil: Lesson Plans
Ten lessons that challenge learners to consider the possible reality of a world without oil.
Better Planet Productions
Earth Care: Toys for the Future [Pdf]
For this activity designed for Grade 8, students are given the hypothetical task of designing a new school playground area for the younger children. The space must highlight technological innovation and renewable or alternative energy use.
PBS
Pbs Teachers: Hybrid Automobiles
Examine a car engine illustration to discover the relationship between a motor and a generator. List the pros and cons of hybrid cars, and create a poster on series hybrid cars, parallel hybrid cars or how hybrid cars are different from...
Mocomi & Anibrain Digital Technologies
Mocomi: Hybrid Vehicles Facts
Learn how hybrid cars work and the advantages and disadvantages of driving one.
University of Wisconsin
The Why Files: Time for Nukes?
The Why? Files article features the alternative energy source nuclear power and discusses the benefits and hazards of nuclear power plants. Also contains additional links for further study.
TeachEngineering
Teach Engineering: Environment
Through 10 lessons and more than 20 hands-on activities, students are introduced to the concept of an environment and the many interactions within it. As they learn about natural and human-made environments, as well as renewable and...
Scientific American
Scientific American: Harness Hydrogen Fuel From Plants
This article, published by Scientific American (August 29, 2002), explores the successful manufacturing of hydrogen from a glucose solution derived from biomass. Such a fuel source, if proven practical, could easily power hydrogen...
American Institute of Biological Sciences
Action Bioscience: Rethinking Fossil Fuels
Find out how fossil fuels impact the environment and cause climate change.
Science Museum, London
Science Museum: Antenna: Nanotechnology: Small Science, Big Deal
A description of how nanotechnology can manipulate tiny particles and have applications in sports, clothing, foods, electronics, pollution control, alternative fuels, crime fighting, wars, and healthcare.
Other
Molleindustria: Oiligarchy
Interactive game lets players consider the downside of our dependence on oil by having them step into the role of a purposefully bad oil industry executive driven to extremes by insatiable demands for more oil and more profits. Everyone...