Year 08 - Alternative Energy Resources: Alternative Energy Resources
Online Encyclopedia Britannica
Britannica provides an excellent overview of this topic.
The best broad search term to find information is alternative energy, though other individual terms such as solar power or wind power will bring up more specific information.
Remember, you will get more detailed information if your select reading level high.
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Library Catalogue. Non-Fiction Resources
Search of the Library Catalogue using the search terms: energy, renewable energy
Energy Eco Facts by Izzi HowellOur modern world runs on energy to power our homes and industries. We all know the problems with burning fossil fuels to create energy-- it pollutes the planet and we are running out of these resources. Discover the facts about renewable and non-renewable energy resources, how our energy use contributes to global warming, and what the future of energy looks like.
Out of Energy by Gerry BaileyExplore the different ways to replace fossil fuels, such as solar energy and hydropower.
Call Number: 333.79 BAI
Harnessing the Sun's Energy by Andrew SolwayIn 'Harnessing the Sun's Energy', we find out how the enormous power of the Sun can be used to meet the world's growing energy needs.
Renewable Energy in AustraliaAustralia is one of the most energy hungry nations in the world – we consume a lot of energy! So, where does all this energy come from? How is it generated? Is it safe for the environment? In Australia we have access to renewable sources of energy such as solar, wind, hydro, geothermal and ocean energy. For more information about how these are being used or explored, check out the fact sheets listed in the right-hand column.
Harnessing energy from the SunDescribes how solar cells allow us to convert sunlight directly into electricity. Links to other forms of energy as well.
What is NuclearThis education site on nuclear energy created by a group of nuclear engineers has information on nuclear reactors, waste, radiation, fuel cycles as well as pages on the Chernobyl and Fukushima disasters.
Fossil FuelsStudyJams presents a slideshow on how fossil fuels such as oil, natural gas and coal are created, what they are used for, and the problem of pollution. Students can test their knowledge afterwards with a quiz. Suitable for an interactive whiteboard.