NC State University
Ncsu: What Will Be Left of Earth's Non Renewable Resources?
An interactive graph that predicts how many years until more than two dozen natural resources (e.g., chromium, oil, tin, coal, etc.) are depleted, based on current production rates or production that grows each year. Use the slider at...
Georgia Department of Education
Ga Virtual Learning: Geology Resources
In this interactive tutorial you will learn about geological resources. Learn what the types of resources are and concentrate on learning about mineral resources and how they are obtained and used, and then about energy resources and...
Other
Wikibooks: High School Earth Science/use and Conservation of Resources
Begins with a description of a case of missing plant nutrients that have been affecting Monongahela National Forest in West Virginia. Lists some of the benefits to humans of the natural resources in such a park. Then explains the...
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Biology: Renewable and Nonrenewable Resources
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Identifies renewable and nonrenewable resources based on the rate at which humans use a resource. Natural resources, such as water, oxygen, and soil, are supplied by...
US Energy Information Administration
U.s. Eia Energy Kids: Nonrenewable Energy Sources
This resource provides information about nonrenewable energy sources. There is specific information about each of these energy sources, and lots of maps, charts, tables, and graphs to further the understanding.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Renewable Versus Non Renewable Resources
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Discusses the differences between renewable and nonrenewable natural resources. Includes study and review questions, and links to additional resources.
Other
Florida Dept. Of Education: Conservation of Renewable and Nonrenewable Resources
In this learning module, students learn to differentiate between renewable and nonrenewable resources, and identify resources that fit into each category. It explains the environmental effects of using nonrenewable resources, such as...
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Life Science: Nonrenewable Resources
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] A nonrenewable resource is a natural resource that is consumed or used up faster than it can be made by nature. Two main types of nonrenewable resources are fossil...
eSchool Today
E School Today: Nonrenewable Energy: Natural Gas
Get the basics on nonrenewable energy. Learn about its uses and conservation.
McGraw Hill
Glencoe Biology: Conserving Biodiversity: Self Check Quiz
Five review quiz questions about the conservation of natural resources and the preservation of biodiversity.
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...
Nature Conservancy
The Nature Conservancy: Renewable Energy
In this lesson, students explore solar and wind power-two important renewable energy sources.
Soft Schools
Soft Schools: Regional Resources Quiz
Choose the correct answer for each of the ten multiple choice questions to evaluate your comprehension of the special resources found in different regions of the United States.
American Geosciences Institute
American Geosciences Institute: Earth Science Week: Natural Gas Formation
In this investigation, students make a simple model of how gasses can form from decaying material. They will also explore the effects of temperature on gas formation.
TeachEngineering
Teach Engineering: The Great Divide
In this activity, students will use cookies to simulate the distribution of our nonrenewable resources (energy). Then, they will discuss how the world's growing population affects the fairness and effectiveness of this distribution of...
Scholastic
Scholastic: Study Jams! Science: Energy, Light and Sound: Fossil Fuels
A slideshow and a short quiz on the types of fossil fuels we use and the impact this has on the environment.
US Energy Information Administration
U.s. Eia Energy Kids: Energy Sources
Find out about energy resources, and what it means to be renewable and nonrenewable sources.
NASA
Nasa: Climate Kids: Energy
Explore energy resources through stories, case studies, activities, and examples.
Energy4Me
Energy4me: Energy Technology
Learn about the many sources of energy used around the world.
Energy4Me
Energy4me: Coal
Learn about the use of coal as a usable form of electricity, and find out the history of this natural resource.
US Energy Information Administration
U.s. Eia Energy Kids
This extensive resource provides information on renewable energy, nonrenewable energy and energy conservation.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Earth Science: Non Renewable Energy Resources
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] What nonrenewable energy resources and fossil fuels are and how they form, and the drawbacks of using nonrenewable energy resources.
University of Wisconsin
The Why Files: Hydraulic Fracking
Find out the pros and cons of hydraulic fracking while producing natural gas.
Science Education Resource Center at Carleton College
Serc: Energy Gallery Walk
A cooperative learning activity using the Gallery Walk Strategy to enrich student understanding of the complex nature of solving our nation's energy needs.