Renewable Energy
Practical Action helps to develop simple solutions to problems faced in developing nations. These educational resources look at a range of ways that renewable energy is produced and used.
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Hydroelectricity in Kenya
From Practical Action, this video clip illustrates renewable energy in action. It shows how a small hydro-electric generator has been installed in a village in Kenya to supply renewable energy.
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Wind Power Challenge
From Practical Action, this challenge asks students to design a simple wind turbine capable of lifting a cup off the floor to bench height. The winning team will be the one producing a machine that lifts the most weight. The resource includes an instruction sheet, wind turbine images, links to videos and downloadable certificates.
Moja Island
Produced by Practical Action, Moja island is a 1-2 hour activity which will reinforce students' understanding of renewable energy sources. Students consider the variety of different options available to communities living on Moja Island and select the most appropriate technology. Renewable energy fact cards, a map of the island,…
Renewable Energy in Sri Lanka
From Practical Action, this video shows how a people centred approach to technology provides energy access in Sri Lanka. The clip shows how a community has used a wind turbine to supply renewable electricity.
Renewable Energy Posters
From Practical Action, these posters show examples of how renewable energy sources are used in developing nations. They show how mp3 players can be powered by solar photoelectric cells, small-scale hydroelectric in Kenya, a wind turbine and biogas digested in Nepal.
Renewable Energy Wordsearch
From Practical Action, this wordsearch is an enjoyable way of engaging students in the subject of renewable energy.
Top Ten Reasons Why Renewable Energy is Cool!
This poster from Practical Action has ten interesting and, in some cases, amusing facts that will appeal to students. The poster is high resolution and can be used for display.
Micro-hydro in Nepal
Produced by Practical Action, this case study looks at a village in Nepal that generates hydroelectricity using water diverted from one of the fast-flowing rivers of the Himalayas. With a particular emphasis on the electronics aspects of electricity production, this two-page leaflet is helpful for GCSE Physics or Electronics students.
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