8.0 Energy Systems

Discussion for Teachers: 

Definition:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Atmospheric_sciences
http://physics.about.com/od/glossary/g/energy.htm

Key Concepts: Motor Vehicles.

• Solar Cars, Electric Cars; Hybrid Cars; Self Driving Cars.
• Visit the solar panels at the University and find out how they work.

Objectives:

1. Discuss sustainable energy systems that do not pollute the atmosphere.
2. Develop strategies to reduce carbon emissions.
3. Understand the effect of climate change, melting ice on land, sea level rise, resource depletion.

Slide Show:  Slide Show – Energy Systems

Mindmap: http://www.mind42.com

Substance Accounting: Various types of energy, Sun as energy

• ‘Energy Sources’ Enter your family’s hydro bill.
•  Tracking Form – Energy Sources
• Work towards reducing your own contribution to help your family.

IHTEC Programs:

• IHTEC Education document on Climate Change.
• ClimateChangeEduStatement
• Melting Ice

Science for Peace, Global Issues Project:

1. ‘Energy and Climate Change’ policy academic outcome document. Wasan Action Framework final  

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