Energy Education Resources: Kindergarten Through 12th Grade
August 2006
Energy Information Administration, National Energy Information Center, U.S. Department of Energy
This report is available on the Web at:
www.eia.doe.gov/bookshelf/eer/kiddietoc.html
or
2006: http://tonto.eia.doe.gov/FTPROOT/other/0546(2006-2007).pdf
2001: ED458126
1998: ED428959
1997: ED406194
1996: ED395831
1994: ED370791
A1 CABLE SOLUTIONS, INC.
P.O. Box 36
Watertown, WI 53094
(608) 444-1598
Fax: (920) 261-0096
E-Mail: a1cable2005@sbcglobal.net
A1 Cable Solutions designs and manufactures high-reliability
aircraft wire harness and cable assemblies, industrial panel
wiring, OEM wire harness and cable assemblies, precision
fabricated assemblies and custom display products.
A1 Cable Solutions has developed the Pedal Power energy
education display, a bicycle-powered display board that sets up in
minutes and is small enough to be easily portable but large enough
to be seen from the back of the classroom. The lightweight, rugged
construction and innovative design provides an educational
advantage to any presentation on energy conservation by allowing
the audience to create and consume their own energy with hands-on
activities. Grade-appropriate lesson plans help guide the presenter
through discussion topics and exercises designed to exercise critical
thinking and math skills in a fun way that audiences will remember. 1
http://www.thepedalpower.com/
AIR & WASTE MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATION
(A&WMA)
One Gateway Center, Third Floor
420 Fort Duquesne Boulevard
Pittsburgh, PA 15222
(412) 232-3444
Fax: (412) 232-3450
E-Mail: info@awma.org
A&WMA is a not-for-profit, nonpartisan professional organization
that enhances knowledge and expertise by providing a neutral
forum for technology exchange, professional development,
networking opportunities, public education, and outreach to more
than 9,000 environmental professionals in 65 countries. A&WMA
also promotes global environmental responsibility and increases
the effectiveness of organizations to make critical decisions that
benefit society. For more information about A&WMA, please visit
our website at www.awma.org.
A&WMA provides educational materials for teachers and students
in kindergarten through grade 12. Materials are designed to improve
the environmental literacy of students and educators and introduce
them to actions that they can take to reduce waste, conserve energy,
and develop pollution prevention plans. Materials include fact
sheets and information books on such topics as air pollution,
pollution prevention, recycling, hazardous waste, landfills, and
others. A&WMA also produces the Environmental Education
Resource Guides (EERGs) on air quality and nonpoint source
pollution prevention. EERGs are supplementary curricula with a
hands-on, interdisciplinary approach to environmental education.
We encourage A&WMA members and other interested parties to
sponsor local teacher-training workshops. The workshops provide
teachers an opportunity to participate in EERG activities and create
an ongoing dialogue between environmental professionals and the
educational community. Contact A&WMA headquarters to find out
about teacher-training opportunities in your area or to order public
education materials. 2
http://www.awma.org/enviro_edu/resources1/eerg/free_lesson_plans.html
JR: Four free lesson plans. In "Consider the Source," CO2 is not a pollutant.
THE ALLIANCE TO SAVE ENERGY
1850 M Street, NW, Suite 600
Washington DC 20036
(202) 857-0666
Fax: (202) 331-9588
E-Mail: greenschools@ase.org
Web: www.ase.org
Energy Hog E-Mail: mellingson@ase.org
Energy Hog Web: www.energyhog.org
The Alliance to Save Energy is a coalition of prominent business,
government, environmental, and consumer leaders who promote
the efficient and clean use of energy worldwide to benefit
consumers, the environment, economy, and national security.
Green Schools Program
The Alliances Green Schools Program is a comprehensive energy
savings program for K-12 schools that incorporates energy
education and energy-saving activities in and around the school
building. Students begin to understand energy and its link to the
environment and economics, and the schools benefit by cutting
energy costs. Free, downloadable lessons plans, information about
the Green Schools Program, contact information and more are
available online at www.ase.org/greenschools.
Energy Hog Campaign
The Alliance to Save Energys Energy Hog Campaign is a national
public service advertising campaign created by the Ad Council in
partnership with the U.S. Department of Energy, The Home Depot,
North American Insulation Manufacturers Association, and 20 state
energy offices. The campaign features a dastardly character, the
Energy Hog, who bring to life the invisible concept of energy waste.
The Energy Hog makes saving energy fun for children and
empowers them to work with their parents to make wise energy
choices. Kids can become official Energy Hog Busters by beating
the Energy Hog on the website www.energyhog.org.
The Energy Hog Challenge is a set of classroom educational
activities on the benefits of saving energy and includes a teacher
and student guides. Students learn where energy comes from, how
we use it, and why saving energy is important. They also discuss
how to search out and destroy Energy Hogs in their own home. The
guidebooks can be downloaded free at www.energyhog.org. 3
Green Schools Resources: http://ase.org/resources/browse/165
JR: Some useful refs like http://ase.org/resources/home-energy-audit and
Energy Hog: http://www.energyhog.org/adult/educators.htm and
http://www.energyhog.org/childrens.htm
THE ALUMINUM ASSOCIATION, INC.
1525 Wilson Blvd., Suite 600
Arlington, VA 22209
(703) 358-2960
Fax: (703) 358-2961
Web: www.aluminum.org
A trade association representing the U.S. aluminum industry.
Serves as principal source of information on aluminum and the
industry.
Provides information on recycling. A complete listing of our
publications, along with ordering information, is available on our
website. 4
www.aluminum.org but no real educational resources to be seen
THE AMERICAN CHEMICAL SOCIETY
1155 16th Street, N.W.
Washington, DC 20036
(202) 872-4075
Fax: (202) 833-7732
E-Mail: education@acs.org
Web: www.chemistry.org
The worlds largest scientific society with a membership of over
158,000 chemists and chemical engineers.
Publishes educational materials for use in grades 4 through 12: The
Best of Wonder Science, Volumes I and II, offers hundreds of hands-
on activities for elementary school students; ChemMatters, an
award-winning magazine for high school students, relates chemistry
to everyday life (published quarterly, back issues are available);
ChemCom, a chemistry textbook program for high school students,
connects basic chemistry concepts and content to the real world;
Introduction to Green Chemistry, a laboratory manual for advanced
high school chemistry students, introduces students to
environmentally benign industrial processes that begin with
renewable resources; and Science in a Technical World (STW), a
series of high school science modules, places students in a variety
of problem-solving roles as chemical technicians.
All of these products include such energy-related topics as
electricity, recycling, nuclear energy, and the environment. A free
Teaching Resources Catalog is available upon request. 5
www.chemistry.org
JR: There is some stuff here, but not too much on energy.
AMERICAN CHEMISTRY COUNCIL (ACC)
1300 Wilson Boulevard
Arlington, VA 22209
(703) 741-5000
Fax: (703) 741-6000
Web: www.americanchemistry.com
The American Chemistry Council (ACC) represents the leading
companies engaged in the business of chemistry.
ACC members apply the science of chemistry to make innovative
products and services that make peoples lives better, healthier and
safer. ACC is committed to improved environmental, health and
safety performance through Responsible Care®, common sense
advocacy designed to address major public policy issues, and
health and environmental research and product testing. The
business of chemistry is a $550 billion enterprise and a key element
of the nations economy. It is one of the nations largest exporters,
accounting for ten cents out of every dollar in U.S. exports.
Chemistry companies are among the largest investors in research
and development. Safety and security have always been primary
concerns of ACC members, and they have intensified their efforts,
working closely with government agencies to improve security and
to defend against any threat to the nations critical infrastructure. 6
http://www.americanchemistry.com/s_acc/sec_learning.asp?CID=224&DID=578
AMERICAN COAL FOUNDATION
101 Constitution Avenue, N.W., Suite 525-E
Washington, DC 20001-2133
(202) 463-9785
Fax: (202) 463-9786
E-Mail: info@teachcoal.org
Web: www.teachcoal.org
A nonprofit educational organization supported by a coalition of coal
producers and mining equipment manufacturers and suppliers.
Teachers can receive FREE educational materials (teacher packet and
coal samples). These materials include: general information
brochures on coal, electricity, and land reclamation; coloring and
activity book; activity book with teacher guide (website); activities
for elementary and secondary students (website); coal samples; a
guide to coal CDs and videos (website).
Additional copies and other material (video, CD-ROM) are available
for a nominal charge. When ordering, include name of organization/
school, address, phone/fax numbers, and grade level. Contact ACF
for information. To place an order, contact West Glen
Communications, 1430 Broadway, New York, NY 10018, (800) 325-
8677, (212) 921-9536 (fax). 7
http://www.teachcoal.org/teacherstore/index.html
No more free coal samples.
AMERICAN COUNCIL FOR AN ENERGY-EFFICIENT
ECONOMY (ACEEE)
1001 Connecticut Avenue, N.W., Suite 801
Washington, DC 20036
(202) 429-8873
(202) 429-0063 (publications)
Fax: (202) 429-2248
E-Mail: info@aceee.org
Web: www.aceee.org
An independent, nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing
energy efficiency as a means of promoting both environmental
protection and economic prosperity.
Publishes a variety of books, reports, consumer guides, and fact
sheets. Material covers energy use and efficiency, as well as related
environmental issues in buildings, industry, and transportation.
ACEEEs books and reports are written primarily for adults and
concern energy-efficient technologies and policies for end-use.
In addition, the Consumer Guide to Home Energy Savings is a
popular illustrated book for general consumers and is a suitable
teaching resource for grades 8 through 12. ACEEEs Green Book®
Online: The Environmental Guide to Cars and Trucks, updated
annually and available only online, is a one-of-kind buyers guide
that ranks vehicles according to environmental friendliness. These
materials are available for a fee and are described in a free catalog.
http://www.aceee.org/consumer
AMERICAN ELECTRIC POWER
Community Relations
1 Riverside Plaza, 19th Floor
Columbus, OH 43215
(614) 716-1668
Fax: (614) 716-2699
E-Mail: educate@aep.com
Web: www.aep.com
American Electric Power is one of the largest electric utilities in
the United States, delivering electricity to more than 5 million
customers in 11 states. AEP ranks among the nations largest
generators of electricity, owning nearly 36,000 megawatts of
generating capacity in the U.S. AEP also owns the nations largest
electricity transmission system, a nearly 39,000-mile network that
includes more 765 kilovolt extra-high voltage transmission lines
than all other U.S. transmission systems combined. American
Electric Power, based in Columbus, Ohio, is celebrating its 100th
anniversary in 2006.
Provides free educational services to pre-K through grade 12
educators in areas served by American Electric Powers operating
units: AEP Ohio, AEP Texas, Appalachian Power (in Virginia and
West Virginia), AEP Appalachian Power (in Tennessee), Indiana
Michigan Power, Kentucky Power, Public Service Company of
Oklahoma and Southwestern Electric Power Company (in Arkansas,
Louisiana and east Texas).
Internet resources at the website include The Electric Universe® for
students, teachers and parents; and Learning from Light and
Learning from Wind, featuring graphs of actual solar and wind
power generation at participating schools and sites. Other services
include live theatre presentations on electrical safety for elementary
schools; classroom resources; information centers, tours and nature
trails; and educator workshops. 9
List: http://www.aep.com/citizenship/community/educationInit/
Electric Universe: http://aep.electricuniverse.com/
Includes some of the Science Activities in Energy under Experiments
Learning from Light: http://www.aep.com/environmental/education/solar/
Learning from Wind: http://www.aep.com/environmental/education/wind/
Environmental
AMERICAN FOREST FOUNDATIONPROJECT
LEARNING TREE
1111 19th Street, N.W., Suite 780
Washington, DC 20036
(202) 463-2475
Fax: (202) 463-2461
E-Mail: info@plt.org
Web: www.plt.org
Project Learning Tree is sponsored nationally by the American
Forest Foundation. A nonprofit educational and conservation
organization developing, funding, and administering programs
that encourage the long-term stewardship of our natural resources.
The Foundations core programs are Project Learning Tree (PLT)
and American Tree Farm System.
Project Learning Tree (PLT) is sponsored at the State level by a
variety of State natural resource and education agencies. Crafted to
meet State and national standards, PLT provides all the tools
educators need to bring the environment into their classroomsand
their students into the environment. PLTs supplementary curriculum
guide, Project Learning Tree: Environmental Education Pre K-8
Activity Guide (96 multidisciplinary activities), focuses on the total
environment: land, air, and water. It is local, national, and global in
scope. The curriculum underscores PLTs primary goalto increase
students understanding of our complex environment. PLT is
designed to teach students how to think, not what to think, about
environmental issues. The curriculum remains easily adaptable to
many settings from the classroom to youth organizations, museums,
nature centers, and Scout troops. Each activity features Reading
Connections, and many activities have Technology Connections
and Differentiated Instruction identified.
Two of the storylines in the Project Learning Tree: Environment
Education Pre K-8 Activity Guide focus on energy. The first
storyline highlights the concept that energy exists in different forms
and comes from renewable and non-renewable sources. The second
storyline emphasizes that societies use energy in many different
ways and that human use of energy has short- and long-term social,
economical, environmental, and health impacts. These energy
storylines are comprised of 14 activities. PLT provides secondary
education teachers with a series of topic-specific modules that
challenge students to explore every facet of an issueillustrating
the complexity of real-life environmental decisions. In particular,
PLTs secondary education module, Exploring Environmental
Issues: Municipal Solid Waste, helps students explore causes and
solutions of this universal urban environmental issue.
PLT offers the Energy & Society kitenergy education materials at
the Pre K-8 level. Students learn about their relationship with energy
and investigate the environmental issues related to energys role in
society. Energy & Society helps students develop critical thinking
skills to make decisions about their personal energy use. In addition
to hands-on activities, Energy & Society integrates music and dance
to enhance the study of energy issues. The kit includes an activity
guide with background information for educators, music CD, dance
video, and poster set, and is available online at http://shop.plt.org, as
well as through workshops. All PLT curricular materials are available
through local workshops. Contact PLT for the name of the program
coordinator in your state or visit the PLT website at www.plt.org for
more information on all of PLTs programs. 10
Energy & Society: http://www.plt.org/cms/pages/21_44_19.html
None of this stuff seems to be free
AMERICAN GEOLOGICAL INSTITUTE (AGI)
4220 King Street
Alexandria, VA 22302-1502
(703) 379-2480
Fax: (703) 379-7563
E-Mail: agi@agiweb.org
Web: www.agiweb.org
The American Geological Institute is a nonprofit federation of 44
geoscientific and professional associations that represents more
than 100,000 geologists, geophysicists, and other earth scientists.
Founded in 1948, AGI provides information services to
geoscientists, serves as a voice of shared interests in our
profession, plays a major role in strengthening geoscience
education, and strives to increase public awareness of the vital
role the geosciences play in societys use of resources and
interaction with the environment.
AGI disseminates information on earth science education through
several mechanisms, including publications such as high-school
curricula (EarthComm) and middle-school curricula (Investigating
Earth Systems); and workshops and presentations for teachers
and educators. Visit www.agiweb.org/education for more
information. AGI also publishes Geotimes, a monthly news magazine
(www.geotimes.org), and provides geoscience career information
(www.agiweb.org/careers). During the second full week of October,
AGI sponsors Earth Science Week to raise awareness about how
the earth sciences affect our lives and society
(www.earthscienceworld.org/week). The Earth Science World
ImageBank (www.earthscienceworld.org/imagebank/) provides a
library of geoscience images for free educational use. Earth Science
Week Kits and other AGI publications are available on a secure
website at www.agiweb.org/pubs. 11
http://www.agiweb.org/geoeducation.html
AMERICAN NUCLEAR SOCIETY
Outreach Department
555 North Kensington Avenue
LaGrange Park, IL 60526
(708) 352-6611
Fax: (708) 352-0499
E-Mail: outreach@ans.org
Web: www.ans.org or www.aboutnuclear.org
A nonprofit scientific and educational organization of
professionals in the field of nuclear science and technology.
Offers free publications (single copies) on nuclear energy and uses
of the atom. Available materials include Nuclear Energy Facts Q&A,
Nuclear Technology Creates Careers, and a Personal Radiation
Dose Chart. A free publications list is available upon request by mail
or electronic mail at outreach@ans.org. Teachers may sign up for
the free newsletter, ReActions, which contains articles on uses of
the atom in everyday life and in each issue an activity card with a
project for classroom use. Short workshops and sessions are held
throughout the year at exhibits, conferences, in-service training, and
by invitation. 12
http://www.aboutnuclear.org/
AMERICAN OIL & GAS HISTORICAL SOCIETY
1201 15th Street, NW, Suite 300
Washington, DC 20005
(202) 857-4785
Fax: (202) 857-4799
E-Mail: bawells@aoghs.org
Web: www.aoghs.org
The American Oil & Gas Historical Society (AOGHS) is a 501(c)-3
nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving the history of the
U.S. oil and natural gas exploration and production industry by
providing advocacy and service for community museums and
organizations that work to preserve that history through
exhibition, material preservation and especially educational
programming.
For almost 150 years (1859-2009), U.S. oil and natural gas producers
have made lasting contributions to local communities across the
nation. Beginning with the nations first commercial well in
Titusville, Pennsylvania, these American entrepreneurs have
provided thousands of jobs, served as the foundation for many local
economies, and provided the tax and government revenues to open
schools and pave roads.
The domestic gas industry, however, remains one of the least
understood industries by students and the general public. AOGHS
accomplishes its mission by providing advocacy for museums and
historical societies that educate the public, energy education about
U.S. oil and gas industry heritage through publications, and a
communication network of common contacts through which
museums & historical associations can share education strategies
and resources. The society maintains a unique communications
network linking community oilfield museums and historical societies
with schools, libraries, state and regional trade associations, and
independent producersall to promote museum exhibits and energy
education outreach. More than 80 community oil and gas museums
and educational resources are linked to the www.aoghs.org website.
Museum events and K-12 education efforts are featured alongside
stories of exploration and production heritage in AOGHS
publications.
The society publishes a quarterly energy education newsletter, the
Petroleum Age (ISSN 1930-5915), which chronicles oil and gas
history, museum exhibits and education programs. It also includes
feature articles designed to promote student interest in the
fascinating history of the pioneers and events that created the
petroleum industry. AOGHS members believe the U.S. oil and gas
industrys historic social, economic and scientific accomplishments
provide a vital context for educators teaching the complex business
of meeting Americas energy needs. 13
http://sites.google.com/site/petroleumhistoryresources/
AMERICAN PETROLEUM INSTITUTE (API)
1220 L Street, N.W.
Washington, DC 20005
(202) 682-8081
Fax: (202) 962-4719
Web: www.api.org or www.classroom-energy.org
The American Petroleum Institute (API) is the primary trade
association for the oil and natural gas industry in the United
States. Representing one of the most technologically advanced
industries in the world, our membership includes more than 400
companies engaged in the exploration, production, refining,
transportation and marketing of petroleum, natural gas and
related products.
API supplies educational materials on the petroleum industry to
teachers at no charge. API has created an online resource for
educators and students that explores the topic of energy at
www.classroom-energy.org including classroom activities,
interactive tours, and links to a variety of energy education
resources. In partnership with Project Learning Tree (PLT), API
developed the Energy and Society K-8 education program,
including multidisciplinary education materials to help students
understand the critical role that energy plays in their daily lives.
Program components, all correlated to national education standards,
include a music CD and video, posters, study guide and website.
The Energy & Me music CD features 15 songs about energy and is
a 2002 Parents Choice Recommended Award winner. For more
information about the program, visit PLTs website at www.plt.org/
curriculum/energy.cfm.
Additionally, API offers a wide variety of energy education material
for 9-12 graders on APIs website, www.api.org, including
interactive modules and videos such as Adventures in Energy,
Technology Transforming an Industry and Environmental
Commitment, which demonstrate the industrys cutting-edge
technology and continued environmental progress in the
exploration, production, refining, transportation and marketing of
petroleum products. For a complete list of APIs education materials for
all grade levels, please download a brochure at www.classroom-
energy.org/teachers/ed_materials/API_Education_Materials.pdf. 14
http://www.classroom-energy.org/
AMERICAN PLASTICS COUNCIL (APC)
1300 Wilson Boulevard
Arlington, VA 22209
(703) 741-5000
Fax: (703) 741-6000
Web: www.plastics.org
APC is a national trade association representing the nations
largest resin producers, including monomer and polymer
production and distribution. Founded in 1988, APC advocates
unlimited opportunities for plastics and promotes their economic,
environmental and societal benefits. Plastics: A World of Unlimited
Opportunities. Plastics Make It Possible®.
APC has an interactive, online version of their Hands on Plastics: A
Scientific Investigation Kit curriculum for grades 5-8, as well as the
addition of a K-4 Curriculum. The curricula, found at
www.teachingplastics.org, was developed in its original format in
conjunction with the National Middle Level Science Teachers
Association and features background information on plastics and
polymers, multi-media examples of classroom activities, and ties to
the National Science Education Standards. The information is also
available on a CD-ROM. The free kit of supplemental materials for
grades 5-8 curriculum can be ordered online, along with other APC
publications. 15
Hands On Plastics: www.teachingplastics.org
AMERICAN PUBLIC POWER ASSOCIATION (APPA)
2301 M Street, N.W., Suite 300
Washington, DC 20037
(202) 467-2900
Fax: (202) 467-2910
Web: www.appanet.org
The American Public Power Association is the service
organization for the Nations more than 2,000 not-for-profit,
community- and state-owned electric utilities.
Provides various general information pamphlets, including general
information on public power, Careers in Public Power, and All
About Electricity and 10 Ways Kids Can Save It. Also available are
two videos, Simple Things You Can Do To Save Energy and Simple
Things You Can Do To Save Energy In Your School. The videos
were developed through APPAs Demonstration of Energy-Efficient
Developments (DEED) program. Publications and videos are offered
for a nominal fee. A complete list of materials available is on the
website at www.appanet.org. DEED also offers scholarships to
college students and this information is available on the website. 16
Maybe nothing there anymore: http://www.appanet.org/utility/index.cfm?itemnumber=13969
AMERICAN SOLAR ENERGY SOCIETY (ASES)
2400 Central Avenue, Suite A
Boulder, CO 80301
(303) 443-3130
Fax: (303) 443-3212
E-Mail: ases@ases.org
Web: www.ases.org or www.solartoday.org
A national membership association dedicated to advancing the use
of solar energy.
The American Solar Energy Society (ASES) is a nonprofit
membership organization founded in 1954 to encourage the use of
solar and renewable energy technologies to be a source of sound,
broad technical knowledge and to provide a forum for addressing
critical issues relating to these energy technologies. ASES publishes
the magazine SOLAR TODAY; sponsors the annual National Solar
Energy Conference and the Annual ASES National Solar Tour; and
supports regional chapters throughout the country. ASES is the
United States section of the International Solar Energy Society.
ASES offers sample copies of its magazine, SOLAR TODAY. It has
one science project book, Elementary and Secondary Science
Projects in Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency, available for a
fee. See www.ases.org or www.solartoday.org for more details and
to download additional information. 17
1991 NEF: http://www.osti.gov/energycitations/product.biblio.jsp?query_id=1&page=0&osti_id=5520883
2007 NREL: http://www.nrel.gov/docs/gen/fy08/42236.pdf
AMERICAN WATER WORKS ASSOCIATION (AWWA)
6666 West Quincy Avenue
Denver, CO 80235
(800) 926-7337
Fax: (303) 795-1989
E-Mail: knitschke@awwa.org
Web: www.awwa.org
AWWA is the authoritative resource for knowledge, information, and
advocacy to improve the quality and supply of drinking water in
North America and beyond. AWWA is the largest organization of water
professionals in the world. AWWA advances public health, safety and
welfare by uniting the full spectrum of the entire water community.
Through our collective strength we become better stewards of water
for the greatest good of the people and the environment.
Offers educational materials for sale designed to teach young people
about water treatment, distribution, and conservation. Materials
include activity books, teachers guides, comic-style books, compact
disks and videos. Call for a free catalog and visit the website for
additional materials. 18
http://www.awwa.org/files/Publications/2010BookstoreCatalog/YouthEdBkstoreCat10.pdf
http://www.awwa.org/files/Publications/2010BookstoreCatalog/ConsumerEdBkstoreCat10.pdf
Nothing's free.
AMERICAN WIND ENERGY ASSOCIATION (AWEA)
1101 14th St. N.W., 12th Floor
Washington, DC 20005
(202) 383-2500 Main
(202) 383-2514 Direct
Fax: (202) 383-2505
Web: www.awea.org
Web: www.aweastore.com
The American Wind Energy Association (AWEA) is the national
association of the U.S. wind energy industry. AWEAs membership is
composed of companies and individuals dedicated to advancing
the use of clean, renewable wind energy. The mission of AWEA is to
promote wind power growth through communication, education,
and advocacy.
AWEA offers an Educators Packet on wind energy, including: a
Wind Energy Teachers Guide; the current Wind Energy Status
Report, which outlines the domestic and international growth of the
wind industry; the Basic Facts About Wind Energy, which discusses
the scale of wind projects, as well as economic development; and a
Wind Energy Information Guide, a compilation of further sources to
contact for information about wind energy. Packets are free upon
request.
Other educational materials, such as videos and posters, are
available for a fee through the AWEA online publications listing.
Educators are encouraged to visit the AWEA website at
www.awea.org. 19
LINKS TO NEED: http://www.awea.org/education/curriculum/
There's an education programs database guide to institutions (not resources): http://www.awea2.org/
ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE ENERGY OFFICE
1700 West Washington, Suite 220
Phoenix, AZ 85007
(602) 771-1144
Fax: (602) 771-1203
E-Mail: jima@azcommerce.com
Web: www.commerce.com or http://azsolarcenter.com
A DOE-funded program that emphasizes an energy efficiency
curriculum for students in kindergarten through grade 12.
Provides materials for primary and secondary schools through
downloadable PDFs on its website. Information includes Bright
Ideas (single-topic publication covering energy and the
environment, recycling, solar cooking, and photovoltaics). 20
http://www.azsolarcenter.org/solar-for-consumers.html
http://www.azsolarcenter.org/training-education/8-educational-modules.html
4 videos: http://www.azsolarcenter.org/solar-in-arizona/solar-videos/
ASEPTIC PACKAGING COUNCIL (APC)
2120 L Street, N.W., Suite 600
Washington, DC 20037
Web: www.aseptic.org
A trade association representing the U.S. manufacturers of drink
boxes. APCs primary mission is to inform the American public
about the product benefits and environmental attributes of aseptic
packaging.
For more information, visit the APC website at www.aseptic.org. 21
cartons, nothing else.
BALTIMORE GAS AND ELECTRIC COMPANY (BGE)
Educational Services
7225 Windsor Boulevard
Baltimore, MD 21244
(410) 265-4098
Fax: (410) 265-4299
Web: www.bge.com
Baltimore Gas and Electric Company is an investor-owned utility
serving Baltimore City and all, or part of, nine Central Maryland
counties.
Provides educational services free of charge to schools in BGEs
service area. Services include classroom programs, career programs,
resources, videos, and classroom literature for students in
kindergarten through grade 6. Plant tours can be arranged through
Constellation Energy Group by calling (410) 783-3272. Teachers may
order materials through BGEs website above. 22
http://www.e-smartonline.net/bge/
http://www.e-smartonline.net/bge/teachers/guides.html
looks like they outsourced this and got a /bge link that brands their stuff their way
BPS A+ FOR ENERGY PROGRAM
BP - California Community Relations
6 Centerpointe Drive, 797
La Palma, CA 90623
E-Mail: Irene.Brown@bp.com
Web: www.aplusforenergy.com
BP is a global producer, manufacturer, and marketer of oil, gas,
chemicals, and renewable energy sources. Californians know BP
best as ARCO and the ARCO ampm convenience store brand. Every
day, BP serves approximately 13 million customers in more than
100 countries with energy solutions. Every day, more than 100,000
BP employees combine their energy and innovation to build the BP
brand.
The A+ for Energy Program was developed by BP to recognize
California teachers for innovation and excellence in teaching energy
and/or energy conservation in the classroom. Any K-12 teacher
currently teaching in a California public or private school is
encouraged to participate.
BP awards up to $2 million in grants to K-12 California teachers for
innovative classroom, after-school, extra-curricular, or summer
activities focused on energy and/or energy conservation. Grants of
$5,000 or $10,000 are awarded directly to teachers, based on the
budget submitted with the application. In addition, grant winners
receive energy education curriculum units designed and developed
by the National Energy Education Development (NEED) Project.
Teachers receive over $1,500 of resources including hands-on
classroom energy transformation kits, tools to teach energy in any
discipline, and sponsorship to attend the NEED Energy Conferences
for Educators scheduled in July each year. For more information
about the grant program, visit www.aplusforenergy.com. For
information about the classroom materials, visit www.need.org. 23
Grant program: www.aplusforenergy.com
But it looks like it's out of the US for 2011
BRONX ZOO/WILDLIFE CONSERVATION PARK
Education Department
2300 Southern Boulevard
Bronx, NY 10460
(800) 937-5131
Fax: (718) 220-1057
E-Mail: tnaiman@wcs.org
Web: www.wcs.org/education
The purpose of the Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS), since its
founding in 1895 as the New York Zoological Society, has been to
save wildlife and inspire people to care about our natural
heritage. The Society continues to pioneer environmental
education programs throughout the United States and abroad. It
has the worlds leading international conservation program
devoted to saving endangered species and ecosystems.
WCS offers Voyage From the Sun, a 20-lesson classroom science
module for grades 4 through 9. Developed with funding from the
U.S. Department of Energy, Voyage is designed to introduce
students to the major way in which energy is important to wildlife,
focusing on the rainforest and tundra habitats. It encourages
students to explore the story of earths energy its solar origins,
how it is incorporated into living systems through photosynthesis,
and how it flows from plants to animals.
During Voyage training workshops, teachers learn strategies for
making the study of energy fun and exciting, as well as receiving
first-hand training in how to guide their students, as the Energy
Pyramid becomes a classroom exhibit. Through activities, such as
Photosynthesis Scramble and Tundra Math, teachers build the
confidence to lead students on a voyage of discovery as they
explore how energy is central to biology and how it links the natural
and physical sciences. For more information, call the Director of
National Programs at the number above. 24
http://www.bronxzoo.com/educators/educational-materials/voyage-from-the-sun.aspx
it's $300
BULLFROG FILMS
P.O. Box 149
Oley, PA 19547
(800) 543-3764
Fax: (610) 370-1978
E-Mail: video@bullfrogfilms.com
Web: www.bullfrogfilms.com
An educational film distributor that offers the largest collection of
energy videos and DVDs in the country.
Provides educational videos and DVDs on energy and energy-
related issues. Titles include:
Biogas from the Sea;
Building the Brookhaven House;
Design with the Sun;
The Four Corners: A National Sacrifice Area?;
How to Keep the Heat in Your House;
Kilowatts from Cowpies: The Methane Option;
Water Power;
In Our Own Backyards:
Uranium in the U.S.;
Uranium;
Small Is Beautiful: Impressions of Fritz Schumacher;
Harness the Wind;
Downwind/Downstream;
Poison in the Rockies;
Lovins on the Soft Path;
Opening Your House to Solar Energy;
Journey of the Blob;
Wake Up Freddy;
Going Green: How to Reduce Your Garbage;
Recycling is Fun!;
Rising Waters: Global Warming and the Fate of the Pacific Islands;
Silent Sentinels;
Global Warming: Turning Up the Heat;
Turning Down the Heat: The New Energy Revolution;
Living Under the Cloud:
Chernobyl Today;
Turning the Toxic Tide;
Race for the Future;
An Energy-Efficient Doghouse;
Solar Energy Doghouse;
City Lights;
Rethink-Pollution Prevention Pays;
Recycling With Worms;
Planet Neighborhood;
Its Eco-Logic;
Water and the Human Spirit;
Heres My Question: Where Does My Garbage Go?;
Motor;
Nuclear Dynamite;
Save Our Land, Save Our Towns;
The Next Industrial Revolution;
Razing Appalachia;
Rough Science Series: Sun and Sea;
Biomimicry;
Good Riddance! Air Pollution;
Oil on Ice.
Programs are available for
purchase or rental. Special packages, with discounted prices, can be
created to serve most schools needs. A free catalog is available
upon request. 25
http://www.bullfrogfilms.com/subjects/energy.html
CALIFORNIA ENERGY COMMISSION
1516 9th Street, MS-29
Sacramento, CA 95814
(916) 654-4989
Fax: (916) 653-5590
E-Mail: mediaoffice@energy.state.ca.us
Web: www.energyquest.ca.gov
The California Energy Commission is the States principal energy
planning organization, promoting a balanced and competitive
energy system through its diverse programs.
Energy Quest, an online resource for students, teachers and parents,
is dedicated solely to energy education and features information on
renewable energy, conservation, safety, energy-related math and
science experiments; word games; and links to other resources.
Teachers and students will enjoy learning about electricity
generation from Youve Got the Power video, available on Energy
Quest or on VHS or CD format. A perfect partner with the Teachers
Guidebook Energy for Keeps - Electricity from Renewable Energy is
available online.
The Energy Commission also provides energy and environmental
education material on-line for teachers - kindergarten through grade
12 - including Compendium for Energy Resources (curriculum
evaluation); Universal House: Energy Shelter & the California
Indian; Conserve and Renew. The Energy Commissions Consumer
Energy Center, www.consumerenergycenter.org, provides
information for older students on renewable technologies, lighting,
passive design, transportation, and building materials.
Movies, including You've Got the Power: http://energyquest.ca.gov/movieroom/index.html
Energy for Keeps: http://www.energyforkeeps.org/
***Compendium for Energy Resources:http://www.energyquest.ca.gov/teachers_resources/documents/COMPENDIUM.PDF
NICE MODEL -- REVIEW, THEN PAGE SAMPLES. also check for more refs.
Another directory: http://energyquest.ca.gov/teachers_resources/documents/RESOURCE_DIRECTORY.PDF
Universal House: http://www.energyquest.ca.gov/teachers_resources/documents/180-99-001_UNIVERSAL_HOUSE.PDF
Conserve and Renew: http://www.energyquest.ca.gov/teachers_resources/documents/180-03-002_CONSERVE%2BRENEW.PDF
Renewable Energy Alliance
Sacramento, CA 95814
Phone: 916-654-4180
E-Mail: Mkrapcev@energy.state.ca.us
Web: www.consumerenergycenter.com/renewable/index.html
The California Energy Commission, as part of a statewide
renewable energy education program, has formed the Renewable
Energy Alliance, a voluntary partnership of organizations
connected to Californias renewable energy market. Alliance
members combine their efforts to increase consumer awareness of
renewable energy sources. As of February 2005, there are 254
individual members from 183 member organizations representing
federal, state, regional, community, public, private and/or
grassroots renewable energy organizations who have joined the
Alliance. 26
This site is no longer real: http://www.consumerenergycenter.com/renewable/index.html
CALIFORNIA FOUNDATION FOR AGRICULTURE IN
THE CLASSROOM
2300 River Plaza Drive
Sacramento, CA 95833
(916) 561-5625
Fax: (916) 561-5697
E-Mail: cfaitc@cfbf.com
Web: www.cfaitc.org
A nonprofit educational foundation that provides educational
resources and training for teachers to use agriculture as an
integration theme throughout kindergarten through grade 12
curricula.
Teachers may view and download many resources from the
California Foundation for Agriculture in the Classrooms website
(www.cfaitc.org) including lesson plans, comprehensive classroom
units, videos, a resource guide, and the Cream of the Crop
newsletter. Most programs are specific to California but a
limited number are adaptable to other states. Lesson plans can be
used as vehicles for teaching Content Standards for California
Public Schools. The Foundation encourages classroom integration
of agriculture to increase the understanding of its vital role in our
lives. This is encouraged through hands-on activities that reinforce
concepts in science/environment, mathematics, English/language
arts, history/social science, health/nutrition, physical education, and
visual and performing arts. 27
Not really much energy: http://www.cfaitc.org/
CALIFORNIA REGIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL
EDUCATION COMMUNITY PROJECT (CREEC)
Environmental Education Program
California Department of Education
1430 N Street, 4309
Sacramento, CA 95814
(916) 323-6189
Fax: (916) 323-2833
E-Mail: PLafonte@cde.ca.gov
Web: www.creec.org/
The CREEC Network is your one stop shop for environmental
education resources in California, bringing together local, state,
and federal agencies in support of the development of
environmentally literate students. 28
ENERGY LIST: http://creec.edgateway.net/cs/creecp/query/q/272?themes=18&x-template=search.form
CAPE LIGHT COMPACT
PO Box 427 Superior Courthouse
Barnstable, MA 02630
(508) 375-6703
Fax: (508) 362-4136
E-Mail: dfitton@capelightcompact.org
Web: www.capelightcompact.org
The Cape Light Compact is a regional services organization made
up of all 21 towns of Cape Cod and Marthas Vineyard. The
purpose of the Compact is to represent and protect consumer
interests in a restructured utility industry. As authorized by each
town, the Compact operates the regional energy efficiency
program and works with the combined buying power of the
regions 197,000 electric consumers to negotiate for lower cost
electricity, green and renewable energy and energy efficiency
benefits. These benefits include home energy assessments, rebates
on energy efficient lighting and appliances, subsidies for energy
efficient new construction and energy education.
In partnership with the National Energy Education Development
(NEED) Project and the Barnstable County Cooperative Extension,
the Cape Light Compact staff strives to promote an energy-
conscious and educated society by creating effective networks of
students, educators, and business, government, and community
leaders to design and deliver objective, multi-faceted energy
education programs. Ongoing teacher workshops are held
throughout the year as well as technical support and free use of
NEED educational kits. All materials and subject mater are aligned
with the Massachusetts state frameworks for grades 3 5. For more
information and updates for upcoming workshops, please visit
www.capelightcompact.org. 29
BASED ON NEED: http://www.capelightcompact.org/energy-efficiency-programs/energy-education-program/
THE CENTER FOR ENERGY AND ECONOMIC
DEVELOPMENT (CEED)
333 John Carlyle Street, Suite 530
Alexandria, VA 22314
(703) 684-6292
Fax: (703) 684-6297
E-Mail: info@ceednet.org
Web: www.ceednet.org
CEED is a nonprofit corporation dedicated to preserving the coal
option for Americas future energy needs through the use of
research, education, and advocacy programs.
CEED works primarily with regional, state, and local policymakers to
provide accurate information regarding electricity from coals role in
providing reliable, affordable, and environmentally sound electricity
to millions of American families and businesses. CEED materials and
information are online at www.ceednet.org. 30
SITE IS GONE: http://www.ceednet.org
CENTERPOINT ENERGY
Community Relations
1111 Louisiana
P.O. Box 1700
Houston, TX 77251
(713) 207-2222 or (713) 207-7579
Fax: (713) 207-9892
E-Mail: lucretia.ahrens@CenterPointEnergy.com
Web: www.centerpointenergy.com
CenterPoint Energy is an investor-owned electric and natural gas
delivery company headquartered in Houston and serving seven
States from Texas to Minnesota.
In the Houston area, CenterPoint Energy provides free educational
services to K-12 schools. Services include classroom presentations,
videotapes, publications, and activity booklets for students.
Resources and newsletters for educators and teacher in-service
training, as well as teacher workshops, are also available. In
addition, curriculum supplements are available on topics such as
electrical and natural gas safety. Electric Universe and Energy
Underground resources for teachers and students are on the
website. 31
No Electric Universe to be fond
Energy Underground: http://centerpoint.energyunderground.com/
CHANNING BETE COMPANY
One Community Place
South Deerfield, MA 01373
(800) 628-7733
Fax: 1 (800) 499-6464
E-Mail: custsvcs@channing-bete.com
Web: www.channing-bete.com
A publishing firm specializing in scriptographic products. Most
utilities provide them to schools in their service territories free of
charge; however, the booklets are available for a fee.
Offers My Book series, designed for students in kindergarten and
grade 1; Coloring and Activities Books for students in grades 1
through 3; and Information and Activities Books for students in
grades 4 through 6. Water, electric and energy conservation stickers
and growth charts are also available. Contact your local utility for
availability or call the above number. Provides educational services
fulfillment for utilities. Please call for pricing, a catalog, and a free
sample. 32
It's like a generic info source.
CHARLES EDISON FUND
One Riverfront Plaza, 3rd Floor
Newark, NJ 07102
(973) 648-0500
Fax: (973) 648-0400
E-Mail: info@charlesedisonfund.org
Web: www.charlesedisonfund.org
A charitable foundation providing science teachers with simple,
basic, proven fun experimental booklets containing 82
experiments.
Provides The Best of Edison Science Teaching Kits, which are
available to teachers. Each kit contains nine how-to booklets based
on experiments of Thomas Edison and other scientists. These are
suitable for grades 4 through 8. Titles include: Energy for the
Future; Useful Science Projects; Environmental Experiments;
Selected Experiments and Projects; Nuclear Experiments; Energy
Conservation; Alternative Energy Sources; Static Electricity Its
a Snap; and Lewis Howard Latimer Experiments. There is a small
fee for handling charges. Write for coupon to receive this kit. These
experiments are also located at the above website, which can be
downloaded free of charge. 33
Booklets! http://www.charlesedisonfund.org/Experiments/experiments.html
THE CHLORINE CHEMISTRY COUNCIL® (CCC)
1300 Wilson Boulevard
Arlington, VA 22209
(703) 741-5821
Fax: (703) 741-6821
E-Mail: info@science-education.org
Web: www.science-education.org
The Chlorine Chemistry Council®, a business council of the
American Chemistry Council, provides information to the public
regarding chlorine and promotes the practice and understanding
of the responsible use of chlorine chemistry.
The Science Center is a user-friendly site with a variety of fun,
educational offerings focused on chlorine science, including:
Water Germs Busted by Chlorine and Swimming Pool Germs
Busted by ChlorineDownloadable coloring/activity books
featuring the adventures of The Chlorin8tor and Little Hector,
The Disinfector superheroes who teach students the value of
chlorine disinfection while imparting an appreciation of
simple microbiology.
The Chlorine Compound of the MonthInformative,
illustrated articles on a different chlorine compound each
month, including interesting facts and basic chemical
principles.
The Global Bug ConspiracyA creative learning tool that
vilifies some of the most common waterborne pathogens
as mischievous microbes that are defeated by chlorine
disinfection. 3
http://www.science-education.org goes to Chlorine Chemistry
and they work with SEPUP
CITY UTILITIES OF SPRINGFIELD, MO
301 E. Central
P.O. Box 551
Springfield, MO 65801
(417) 831-8348
Fax: (417) 831-8324
E-Mail: Cara.Shaefer@cityutilities.net
Web: www.cityutilities.net
City Utilities of Springfield (CU) is a progressive, community-
owned utility serving the Springfield metropolitan area in
southwest Missouri with electricity, natural gas, water,
telecommunications and transit services.
Offers power station and renewable energy project tours, classroom
presentations, an extensive speakers bureau, and a variety of
energy management resources. City Utilities partnership with a local
high school has become a model for other business and education
partnerships. The partnership between CU employee volunteers and
Central High School encourages young people to stay in school and
facilitates the school-to-work transition for many students. 35
Just links elsewhere: http://www.cityutilities.net/safety/village/teacher.htm
THE COLORADO ENERGY SCIENCE CENTER (CESC)
1626 Cole Boulevard, Suite 375
Lakewood, CO 80401
(303) 216-2026, ext 101 (School Programs Office)
Fax: (303) 237-0992
E-Mail: ppacker@energyscience.org
Web: www.energyscience.org
A nonprofit organization specializing in energy education.
The Colorado Energy Science Center has developed the Energy
Science in the Home Activity Guide, a set of hands-on modules that
improve student proficiency in math and science while giving
students the tools to identify energy efficiency opportunities in
their own homes. CESC also organizes an annual contest where
students compete for home energy efficiency upgrades for Colorado
families.
Private sponsors donate cash, energy efficiency products and
services as contest awards. The contest encourages students to
articulate what theyve learned and to become effective champions
of smart energy. Formed by the three managing partners of the
National Renewable Energy Laboratory in 1999, CESC educates
energy users to make smart investments in clean, cost-effective,
sustainable energy technology. 36
Much diminshed site: http://www.energyscience.org
NICE! Old Books -- TG: http://web.archive.org/web/20061212222803/http://www.energyscience.org/education/images/ESITH%2520Teacher%2520Guide%25202006-7%2520Suncor%2520logo.pdf
SG: http://web.archive.org/web/20061212222803/http://www.energyscience.org/education/images/ESITH%2520Student%2520Guide%25202006-7%2520Suncor%2520logo.pdf
Revised into this: http://smartenergyliving.org/cm/Youth%20Programs/Activities%20and%20Curricula.html
THE CONSUMER AEROSOL PRODUCTS COUNCIL
99 Canal Center Plaza, Suite 310
Alexandria, VA 22314
(703) 683-1044
Fax: (703) 683-4622
E-Mail: rmorris@smithharroff.com
Web: www.nocfcs.org
Supported by companies that manufacture and market aerosol
products, the Consumer Aerosol Products Council was founded in
1991 to provide information on aerosols and environmental issues
for consumers, media, and educators at all levels.
Offers Another Awesome Aerosol Adventure, a free educational unit
for students in grades 4 through 8. Includes a 10-minute video
produced by the creative team from the popular childrens television
program Beakmans World. Designed with humor in mind, the video,
along with accompanying teacher and student guides, a colorful
classroom poster and take-apart aerosol can, makes the complex
issues of aerosol technology, ozone depletion, and environmental
awareness memorable and fun for a middle school-age audience.
Another Awesome Aerosol Adventure is available through Video
Placement Worldwide at (703) 836-9797. The organization also offers
the Science Class Challenge, an opportunity to win $500 to $5,000
for your school and a pizza party for your class by teaching an
activity found on our website and entering our contest. The Science
Class Challenge is available for grades 49 and encourages
students and teachers to learn about the earths protective upper
ozone layer, CFCs, and the environment. 37
Curriculum: http://www.aerosolproducts.org/teachers.php?thepage=teachers
CREATIVE TEACHING PRESS, INC.
15342 Graham Street
Huntington Beach, CA 92649-1111
(800) 287-8879
Fax: (800) 229-9929
E-Mail: customerservice@creativeteaching.com
Web: www.creativeteaching.com
An educational publisher of quality, content-rich teaching
materials for grades PreK-8th.
Offers award-winning educational teaching materials for grades Pre-
K8th. Energy-related titles include: Earth Book For Kids
Activities to Heal the EnvironmentGrades 36 (LW289); Science
Fair Projects and ActivitiesGrades 58 (LW407); Integrating
Science with Reading InstructionGrades 56 (CTP2816);
Integrating Science with ReadingGrades 34 (CTP 2815) and
Gobble Up ScienceGrades 14 (LW343). These books are
available online at www.creativeteaching.com and from school
supply stores and bookstores. Free catalogs are available upon
request. 38
Commercial publisher: http://www.creativeteaching.com
CULVER COMPANY
104 Bridge Road
Salisbury, MA 01952-9904
(800) 4-CULVER
Fax: (978) 463-1715
E-Mail: customerservice@culverco.com
Web: www.culverco.com
A publisher and distributor of educational materials about energy
and related topics.
Produces booklets, educational websites, videos, posters, and
program enhancement items for children and adults. Teacher
discussion guides are also available. Utilities purchase and
distribute these materials in their service areas; other organizations
may purchase them directly. 39
Meta-publisher for utilities: http://www.culverco.com/products/
DENVER EARTH SCIENCE PROJECT
Office of Special Programs & Continuing Education
Colorado School of Mines
Golden, CO 80401
(303) 273-3621
(800) 446-9488, ext 3621 (outside 303 area code)
Fax: (303) 273-3314
E-Mail: desp@mines.edu
Web: www.mines.edu/outreach/cont_ed/desp/desp.html
A teacher enhancement program, in partnership with corporations,
federal agencies, school districts, and professional organizations,
which provides innovative earth science curricula for use in
grades 4 through 12.
Provides, for a fee, a series of educational workshops that address a
range of earth science topics developed by trained curriculum
development teams, including experienced earth science teachers
and practicing scientists. The hands-on student activities included
in each module incorporate real data and follow a problem-solving
approach. Each module integrates mathematics, geography,
economics, and social and environmental issues with basic earth
science concepts.
The modules are:
Oil and Gas Exploration (Grades 7-12)
Ground Water Studies (Grades 7- 9)
Paleontology and Dinosaurs (Grades 7- 9)
EnergyA Closer Look at Oil and Gas (Grades 4 - 6)
Do You Know Your 3 Rs? Radiation, Radioactivity, and
Radon (Grades 7-10)
Each module contains a teacher resource kit, which includes a
teacher/student notebook, maps, audiovisual materials, posters, oil
samples, groundwater models, etc. Call to find out the location of the
nearest training site. 40
Materials Only for Trainees: http://desp.mines.edu/index.html
DISNEY EDUCATIONAL PRODUCTIONS
105 Terry Drive, Suite 120
Newtown, PA 18940
(800) 295-5010
Fax: (215) 579-8589
Web: www.Edustation.com
Disney Educational Productions develops and distributes
entertaining and thought-provoking videos that excite children of
all ages to learn about a variety of subjects.
Offers educational videos (some titles on DVD as well) on energy,
the environment, earth science, recycling, and water. Curriculum-
oriented videos come with discussion guides and lesson plans.
Titles include:
Bill Nye the Science Guy shows, such as Garbage, Pollution
Solutions, and The Water Cycle. Other relevant Bill Nye
titles: Atmosphere, Atoms, Biodiversity, Earths CrustEarth
Science Archaeology, Electrical Current, Energy, Erosion,
Forests, Fossils, Lakes & Ponds, Oceanography, Rivers &
Streams, Rocks & Soil, Simple Machines, Static Electricity,
The Sun, Volcanoes, Waves, Wetlands, and Wind
Return to Sender: A Story About Littering
Recycle Rex (starring Disneys hip animated recycling
dinosaur)
The Energy Savers (starring Donald Duck, Mickey Mouse,
and Goofy)
Zort Sorts: A Story About Recycling
The Great Search Mans Need for Power and Energy
Bill Nye, the Science Guy, is now available on DVD. The DVDs
include a Bi-Lingual (Spanish) mode, Interactive Science Quiz and
Glossary, Bonus Footage and extended 20-page Teachers Resource
Guide.
New ABC News Classroom Edition video series includes one
curriculum set entitled The Final Frontier concerning the space
program. The individual titles in this set are: The Race to the Moon,
The Shuttle Era, To Mars and Beyond, and Space Age Technology.
Programs are available for purchase. Call the toll-free number to
request a free catalog. 41
Some might be online -- haven't looked enuf: http://dep.disney.go.com/search.html?q=&cat=0,17,0
DOMINION RESOURCES, INC.
North Anna Nuclear Information Center
1022 Haley Drive
Mineral, VA 23117
(540) 894-2029
(804) 771-3200
Fax: (540) 894-0379
Web: www.dom.com/about/stations/nuclear/northanna/nanic.jsp
Surry Nuclear Information Center
5570 Hog Island Road
Surry, VA 23883
(757) 357-5410
Fax: (757) 357-4711
Web: www.dom.com/about/stations/nuclear/surry/snic.jsp
Dominion is one of the nations leading energy companies, serving
more than 5 million retail energy customer accounts in nine states.
As one of the nations largest producers of natural gas and electric
power, Dominion operates seven nuclear reactors in three states,
Virginia, Connecticut and Wisconsin.
We live in a wired world. Electricity is vital to everyday life
powering everything from computers to air conditioners, lighting our
homes and running our factories. Nuclear energy produces
electricity for one in five homes and businesses, the largest
emission-free source of energy used in the United States. To provide
you with facts concerning nuclear energy and electricity, Dominion
operates Energy Information Centers at both of its nuclear power
stations in Virginia. The North Anna and Surry Nuclear Information
Centers offer interactive exhibits as well as high-energy
presentations for groups of all ages.
Educational programs (scheduled in advance) are provided free of
charge and are designed to meet the Virginia Department of
Educations Standards of Learning (SOLs). All programs are tailored
to the needs of your group, no matter the age or experience level.
These programs are offered to you as a field trip to one of our
Centers, or as an Outreach Program in your classroom. Contact us
for a list of our Energized Programs and to schedule the experience
that will meet the energy educational needs of your students. 42
Not much really: http://www.dom.com/about/education/index.jsp
There's a "Strong Men & Women" program: http://www.dom.com/about/education/strong/teaching-guide.jsp
EARTH FOUNDATION
5401 Mitchelldale, B4
Houston, TX 77092
(800) 566-6539
(713) 686-9453 (in Houston)
Fax: (713) 686-6561
E-Mail: nhilton@earthfound.com
Web: www.earthfound.com
An organization dedicated to environmental education and
conservation.
Each year thousands of schools participate in the Earth
Foundations Rescue the Rainforest Project. Thus far, the network of
10,000 active environmental teachers and students is responsible for
raising $10 million for rainforest conservation through the sale of
environmental T-shirts. A Rainforest Project Kit is available to
educators. The kit, which includes curriculum, videos, instructions,
and a ready-made fundraising project, contains everything a school
will need to supplement an ecology unit with a teaching method
called Solution-Based Teaching. Upon completion, participating
schools receive a certificate recognizing them for the acres adopted
and written updates about the area being preserved. Schools that
adopt ten or more acres receive a free follow-up video that shows
students live footage of the area. Call (800) 5-MONKEY to receive
your Rescue the Rainforest Kit and for more information about this
project or the Coral Reef Rescue Campaign. 43
Domain lapsed: http://www.earthfound.com
and the kit isn't online that I found
ECOSOUL/NATIONAL FUEL CELL EDUCATION
PROGRAM (NFCEP)
18051 Irvine Boulevard
Tustin, CA 92780
(714) 368-1444
Fax: (714) 730-8902
E-Mail: Skip@nfcep.org
Web: www.nfcep.org
Founded in 1993, EcoSoul, Inc. is a California 501(c)(3) nonprofit
focusing on energy, education and the environment. EcoSoul is
host to the National Fuel Cell Education Program, promoting
ways in which our future hydrogen economy can be realized
through practical, hands-on educational materials.
Our mutual programs are deeply involved in the adoption of
renewable energy in our country and the implementation of effective
energy technology programs through educating our youth about
hydrogen systems, fuel cells, micro-turbines, wind and solar energy,
ocean/tidal energy, biomass, biofuels, energy storage,
transportation, energy efficiency programs and distributed power
generation. 44
Domain lapsed: http://www.nfcep.org
Had been available for order: http://web.archive.org/web/20070630203420/www.ecosoul.org/files/curriculum/hope.htm
EDISON ELECTRIC INSTITUTE (EEI)
701 Pennsylvania Avenue, N.W.
Washington, DC 20004-2696
(202) 508-5000
To order publications: (800) 334-5453
To fax an order: (301) 843-0159
Web: www.eei.org
EEI is the association of U.S. shareholder-owned electric
companies, industry associates, and international affiliates
worldwide.
EEI suggests that you first contact your local electric company for
any educational materials. Many utilities have educational programs
about energy and the environment for schools. EEIs limited supply
of educational and consumer resources are located in the Products
and Services Section online at www.eei.org/products_and_services/
descriptions_and_access/index.htm#Consumer-and-Educational-
Resources. Publications are available for a fee. 45
These are the Charles Edison Books (SEE ABOVE)
Though here is 100 ways to reduce your elec bill:
http://web.archive.org/web/20061209103512/http://www.eei.org/industry_issues/retail_services_and_delivery/wise_energy_use/100Ways.pdf
EDISON MUSEUM
350 Pine Street
Beaumont, TX 77701
(409) 981-3089
Fax: (409) 838-2361
E-Mail: info@edisonmuseum.org
Web: www.edisonmuseum.org
A private, nonprofit education foundation that manages the only
Edison museum west of the Mississippi River.
Provided are tours of the museum for school and organized tour
groups. Films are available to groups not exceeding 35. By mail or
over the Web are a series of free information handouts addressing
Thomas Edison the Inventor Bulletin Series. Tours involve a 20-
minute orientation through the interactive museum. The exhibits
cover Edisons life and his major inventions the incandescent
light bulb, the phonograph, and the motion picture camera.
Interactive elements include a complete computerized database of
Edisons 1,093 U.S. patents, Edison silent movie sampler, Edison
music sampler and a Morse code simulator. The museum is free and
open Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. closed on major
holidays. 46
Not much here: http://www.edisonmuseum.org/
EDUCATIONAL DEVELOPMENT SPECIALISTS
5328 E. 2nd Street, #512
Long Beach, CA 90803
(562) 434-6225
Fax: (562) 434-7551
E-Mail: kayice@aol.com
Web: EDSpecialists.com or ThinkEarth.org
Curriculum developers and distributors of energy and
environmental education programs.
EDS offers the Energy Source Education Program and the Think
Earth Environmental Education Program. Sponsors nationwide
can purchase program units to provide free to schools. Units are
also sold directly to teachers and others. Energy source units
include People Power for grades 5 and 6. The award-winning Think
Earth curriculum contains nine separate units, with videos, for
students in pre-kindergarten through middle school. See the website
for descriptions of each unit. 47
All for sale: http://edspecialists.com/Products.html
Says they might all go online, check back 2008-2009: http://thinkearth.org/curriculum.html
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EDUCATIONAL DIVIDENDS
302 West Hill Street, Suite 102
Champaign, IL 61820
(877) 359-9444
Fax: (217) 359-9446
E-Mail: carol@educationaldividends.com
Web: www.educationaldividends.com
Develops educational products that are designed to change the
classroom paradigm to consistently produce creative self-learners
who are employable.
Using its AND Model, Educational Dividends offers classroom
activities, curriculum and professional development that integrates
technology, standards-based learning, leadership and workplace skills.
To learn more about Educational Dividends products and services, visit
the above website. 48
They sell one plan for $3? http://www.educationaldividends.com/teachers/tools.asp
EESMARTS
P.O. Box 1564, 1-6b
New Haven, CT 06506
(877) 514-2514
Fax: (888) 214-5732
eesmarts is a one-of-a-kind energy education program thats
enlivening Connecticut students and educators alike.
eesmarts is a series of grade-specific curriculum units that use lively
characters, exciting stories and hands-on activities to teach students
all about energy and how to use it wisely. Created by a team of
Connecticut certified educators, each curriculum unit integrates
science, language arts, math, citizenship, abstract thinking and the
scientific method. The lessons are flexible and interactive, and can
be done in two days or two weeks depending on teacher preference
and student interest. All lessons are reflective of the Connecticut
Mastery Test, Connecticut Framework and National Science
Standards. Curriculum units for Grades K-8 are available at NO
COST to schools in the United Illuminating Company and the
Connecticut Light and Power Company service territories through
the Connecticut Conservation and Load Management Fund. 49
Might just be for workshop attendees cuz no links on lessons: http://www.eesmarts.com/
ENERGY EDUCATION GROUP
664 Hilary Drive
Tiburon, CA 94920
(415) 435-4574
E-Mail: energyforkeeps@aol.com
Web: www.energyforkeeps.org
A nonprofit educational organization founded to increase
awareness and understanding of renewable energy.
Energy for Keeps is an illustrated guide to electricity from renewable
energy. A text for all, plus class activities and science standards
correlations (California and national), for grades 6 through 12.
Comprehensive, inter-disciplinary, inquiry-based. Information
available at www.energyforkeeps.org. 50
Some nice activities: http://www.energyforkeeps.org/teachers.html
And the book really is a god book
ENERGYNET U.S.
302 West Hill Street, Suite 102
Champaign, IL 61820
(877) 359-ENET (3638)
Fax: (217) 359-9446
E-Mail: carol@educationaldividends.com
Web: www.energynet.net
A nonprofit organization offering standards-based, technology-
enriched classroom projects for a moderate fee.
EnergyNet offers teaching material appropriate for all grade levels.
Elementary students enjoy finding ways for their homes and schools
to save energy through our Energy Detectives project. Home
Energy Makeover is designed for students in Math and Family &
Consumer Sciences classes (grades 5-12). This six-week unit
incorporates economics, technology, teamwork and presentation
skills. Students will learn to manage a home energy budget, reduce a
homes energy use while increasing comfort, make cost-effective
energy remodeling choices and present their suggestions in
compelling ways.
Students in grades 6 through 12 have three additional choices:
Energy Auditing provides a great background on the many ways
students can reduce the costs of energy in their homes and schools;
Community Energy Consultants assists students in sharing this
knowledge with their community by conducting energy audits on
any number of local buildings; and Energy Engineers involves
students in the process of designing energy efficiency into school
renovation and construction programs. To learn more about the
hands-on projects and activities, visit www.energynet.net. 51
Created by Educational Dividends??? Doesn't seem to be anything available
http://www.energynet.net/
ENERGYTEACHERS.ORG
39 Noble Street
West Newton, MA 02465
917-653-4342
E-Mail: eer@energyteachers.org
Web: http://energyteachers.org
EnergyTeachers.org is a network of teachers and informal
educators interested in energy curriculum, working in
Massachusetts, New England, and beyond. The network is
maintained by teachers who believe that energy production and
use are increasingly important topics for classes in science,
technology, engineering, and social studies. There are no
membership fees. Any teacher can participate at any level in the
organization.
EnergyTeachers.org maintains a web site with announcements,
curriculum ideas, a calendar, an online forum for sharing ideas, and a
bibliography of energy-related materials suited for the classroom or
lesson-preparation. Our nonprofit connects busy teachers with free
or inexpensive resources proven to work in the classroom. We visit
schools for planning meetings with teachers, and we lend books
locally (within ~150 km of our office). We occasionally conduct
classroom presentations. EnergyTeachers.org also mails a newsletter
free to educators nationwide, nine issues per year. Please send email
or call us to find out what we can do for you. 52
Bibliography, mostly books: http://energyteachers.org/bibliography.php?Showall=On
Plus news has conferences and stuff: http://energyteachers.org/ReadNews.php
ENTERPRISE FOR EDUCATION, INC.
1316 Third Street, Suite 103
Santa Monica, CA 90401
(310) 394-9864
Fax: (310) 394-3539
E-Mail: entfored@aol.com
Web: www.entfored.com
Offers booklets for primary and secondary school science classes
free from many electric utilities.
Contact the education specialist at your local electric utility.
Materials also may be purchased directly from the publisher. A
catalog is available. Supplies a variety of 8-, 16- and 32-page Energy
and Environmental Skill Builder color booklets.
Teachers can create short-to-comprehensive units based on the
subject and grade level. The following are available:
Environment Using Our Resources Wisely (grades 2
through 4); The Greenhouse Effect and Global Warming
(grades 6 through 12); Percentages Help an Environmental
Engineer (grades 6 through 8); and The Clean Air
Challenge, 32 pages with video and science experiment kit
(grades 8 through 10)
Conservation Efficiency of Electric Appliances (grades 6
through 10); Climate and Comfort (grades 6 through 12); Is
Efficiency the Best Energy Source? (grades 9 through 12);
King Barkleys Almost Birthday Disaster, 32-page booklet
plus 11-minute sing-along CD (grades kindergarten through
5); and Electricity is in the News (grades 4 through 8)
Nuclear Energy Nuclear Reactor (grades 8 through 12);
The Atom and Radiation (grades 6 through 12); and Nuclear
Fuel Cycle (grades 8 through 12)
Fossil Fuels Coal: The Once and Future King? (grades 6
through 9); Natural Gas (grades 6 through 12); Geology of
Oil (grades 6 through 12); and Refining Oil (grades 8
through 12); Safe at Home; and Leo Learns How to Use
Natural Gas Wisely (Grades 4-8, 16-pages).
Electricity Mouse House Surprise, a 32-page teacher big
book and student little book (safety) (grades kindergarten
through 2); Sam and Jody Save the Circus (safety) (grades 2
and 3); Paths for Electricity (safety) (grades 3 through 5);
Energy Transformations (grades 4 through 9); Generating
Electricity (grades 5 through 9); Sources of Electricity
(grades 5 through 9); Demand for Electricity (grades 6
through 9); Working With Energy Graphs (grades 6 through
12); Measuring Helps an Electrician Wire an Apartment
(grades 4 through 6); An Electrical Engineer Plans an
Electrically Safe Outdoor Concert (safety) (grades 5
through 9); Electricity from Wind, Water & Sunlight (grades 4
through 8), that includes a lab activity kit; and Risk: Taking
Chances, Making Choices (grades 6 through 10)
Waste Management Hazardous Wastes from Homes, 40
pages and a 48-page teachers guide (grades 9 through 12)
Water The Day the Water Stopped teacher big book and
student little book (grades kindergarten through 2). 53
More sponsored curric, nothing online free: http://www.enterpriseforeducation.com/catalog.html
THE ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION COUNCIL OF OHIO
PO Box 1004
Lancaster, OH 43130
(740) 653-2649
Fax: (740) 653-6100
E-Mail: director@eeco-online.org
Web: www.eeco-online.org
The Environmental Education Council of Ohio (EECO) is a
nonprofit organization that provides cutting-edge environmental
education services throughout the state to all educators. EECO
has a mission to lead in facilitating environmental education that
fosters global stewardship and a sustainable future for all
Ohioans.
The Environmental Education Council of Ohio (EECO) is a
membership based nonprofit organization that has been providing
environmental education services to Ohio and surrounding
states since 1967. Since that time we have grown tremendously, and
currently provide direct contact throughout the state with Regional
Directors in all twelve regions of the Ohio.
EECO proudly offers cutting-edge workshops, conferences, a
quarterly newsletter, green papers and other services to K-12 formal
and nonformal educators. EECO is currently branching out to
provide services now to adult audiences, the business community,
environmental organizations, community based groups, universities,
the general public, and other underserved audiences. We hope that
you will join us in promoting the value of environmental education
for all Ohioans. 54
Not a whole lot, env. ed focused: http://www.eeco-online.org
Best practices for EE: http://www.eeco-online.org/publications/pdfs/eeohio/bestpractices.pdf
ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS MANAGEMENT
INSTITUTE (EHMI)
10 Newmarket Road
P.O. Box 932
Durham, NH 03824
(800) 558-3464
(603) 868-1496
Fax: (603) 868-1547
E-Mail: msims@ehmi.org
Web: www.ehmi.org
An independent, nonprofit environmental, health and safety
education and research institute working to promote
environmental responsibility at home, in the workplace, and in the
community through education and relationship building.
Offers environmental, health and safety education and outreach
materials for adults and children. Topics include recycling/buy
recycled; energy efficiency/conservation and indoor air quality;
household chemical product management; water quality; lead
poisoning prevention; used oil recycling; composting; and more.
The balanced, well-researched information is offered in a variety of
formats, including enviro-wheels (slide-charts); tabloid publication
for school children; book covers; color-in activity books; color-in
posters; and videos. There is a fee for all educational materials.
Discounts are available on bulk orders. Free price list. 55
Some small samples: http://www.ehspublishing.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=54&Itemid=62
EV MEDIA
1316 Third Street, Suite 103
Santa Monica, CA 90401
(310) 394-3980
Fax: (310) 394-3539
E-Mail: ab50@aol.com
Web: www.entfored.com (click on Electric Transportation button)
An educational publishing company providing electric vehicle-
related materials.
Provides publications and activity kits on electric vehicles (EV) for
schools and the general public. Materials range from color booklets
for secondary school students to teacher guides, electric vehicle
model kits, and discussion leader guides free from many electric
utilities with EV programs. Materials cover electric vehicles,
electricity, energy efficiency and conservation. Titles include:
Electric Car, a 16-page color booklet (for grades 7 through 12); the
148-page Teachers Electric Car Book, everything a teacher needs
to conduct a unit on electric vehicles; The Electric Flyer Model Kit,
which includes everything needed to build a working, table-top size
model electric vehicle; and The Electric Vehicle Classroom Kit,
which includes a classroom set of color booklets; the Teachers
Electric Car Book; and five to eight Electric Flyer Model kits. The
battery/charger option for the EV Classroom Kit includes five to
eight rechargeable 1.5 volt AA Ni-cad batteries and a four-unit
battery charger. Revised materials now include optional motor
controller kits, with detailed assembly instructions included in the
expanded Teachers Electric Car Book. Contact your electric utility
electric vehicle department for these materials, which are often
offered at no cost to educators. Materials are also available directly
from the publisher. Call the number above for latest pricing
information. 56
It's just ENTERPRISE FOR EDUCTION AGAIN!
Still not free Electric car focus: http://www.enterpriseforeducation.com/electriccar.html
FIRSTENERGY CORP.
Community Initiatives Department
76 South Main Street
Akron, OH 44308-1890
(330) 761-4247
Fax: (330) 761-4203
E-Mail: tgilman@firstenergycorp.com
Web: www.firstenergycorp.com/education/
FirstEnergy Corp. is a registered holding company headquartered
in Akron, Ohio. Its seven electric utility-operating companies
comprise the Nations 4th largest investor-owned electric system,
serving 4.3 million customers within 36,100 square miles of Ohio,
Pennsylvania, and New Jersey.
FirstEnergys energy education program provides math, science and
technology grants and free supplemental resources to educators,
youth group leaders, and civic organizations in the communities
served by FirstEnergy and our operating companiesOhio Edison,
The Illuminating Company, Toledo Edison, Penn Power, Met-Ed,
Penelec, and Jersey Central Power & Lightand where we have
facilities. These resources can be ordered on our website at
www.firstenergycorp.com/education/.
Check out the latest additions to our site and take a virtual tour of
one of our coal generating plants. Without leaving your home,
school or computer, you can take an amazing journey through a
typical FirstEnergy coal-fired generating plant. Using digitized
computer animation, visitors can go behind steel walls and see the
inner-workings of complex machinery and systems that generate the
electricity that powers your homes, schools and future workplaces.
And, take a look at the Electric Avenue section of our site. This
interactive siteoffering a world of information on electrical safety,
energy sources and efficiencyis designed to be an excellent
classroom resource. Electric Avenue also features fun energy games
and facts geared to all grade levels. 57
Free Resources for Ohio/PA/NJ area: http://www.firstenergycorp.com/community/education/free_resources/index.html
Coal plant virtual tour: http://www.firstenergycorp.com/tour/index.html
FLORIDA POWER AND LIGHT COMPANY (FPL)
Energy Encounter
6501 South Ocean Drive
Jensen Beach, FL 34957
(877) FPL-4FUN or (877) 375-4386 (toll free)
Fax: (772) 467-7565
Web: www.fpl.com/encounter
A regulated investor-owned utility serving approximately four
million customers in Florida.
FPLs Energy Encounter is a free energy information center that
offers interactive exhibits featuring fun and entertaining information
about energy, electricity, magnetism and nuclear power. Visitors
embark on a treasure hunt exploring the riches of energy to discover
that a souvenir awaits all who find the answers to the energy-related
questions. Hands-on educational programs designed to meet state
science curriculum are offered throughout the school year for grades
1 through 12 (by reservation only). Teacher workshops are offered
focusing on science education, energy, and nuclear related topics.
On selected days, the College of Turtle is also open. Turtle walks are
available in June and July. For more information, call FPLs Energy
Encounter toll-free at (877) FPL-4FUN or (877) 375-4386, or visit our
website at www.fpl.com/encounter for directions, hours of
operation, and upcoming special events. 58
It's a physical place, not much online: http://www.fpl.com/community/learning/index.shtml
http://www.fpl.com/encounter
Solar curriculum is NEED: http://www.fpl.com/community/learning/solarstations.shtml
FLORIDA SOLAR ENERGY CENTER (FSEC)
1679 Clearlake Road
Cocoa, FL 32922
(321) 638-1000
Fax: (321) 638-1010
E-Mail: info@fsec.ucf.edu
Web: www.fsec.ucf.edu/ed/teachers and http://energywhiz.com
FSEC is a research institute of the University of Central Florida.
FSEC currently has several free downloadable curriculum units
available on the website. The units include hands-on activities and
PowerPoint presentations that align to science standards. The solar
energy units include Solar Matters I - III for elementary and middle
school students, Understanding Solar Energy for high school
students, and Solar Wonders, a PowerPoint presentation on the
uses of solar energy. The environmental unit, Alternative Fuel
Matters is for middle school students, while the Planet Janitor video
and coloring book (available on the Energy Whiz site) are for
elementary students.
Several new energy units are also now available, High Energy
Hydrogen includes units for upper elementary, middle and high
school students, and Building Performance Matters is available for
high school students. The Energy Whiz website features student
projects and submissions that deal with energy as well as
experiments and hands-on activities that can be performed at home.
A lending library of classroom materials is available for Florida
teachers. 59
Continuing ed manuals: http://www.fsec.ucf.edu/en/education/cont_ed/manuals/index.htm
K-12 solar and hydrogen curriculum: http://www.fsec.ucf.edu/en/education/k-12/index.htm
EnergyWhiz experiments: http://energywhiz.com/experiments/index.htm
FOODSERVICE & PACKAGING INSTITUTE, INC. (FPI)
150 South Washington Street, Suite 204
Falls Church, VA 22046
(703) 538-2800
Fax: (703) 538-2817
E-Mail: fpi@fpi.org
Web: www.fpi.org
A nonprofit trade association for manufacturers, suppliers and
distributors of foodservice disposable products. These products
consist of single-use cups, plates, bowls, bags, cutlery, trays,
hinged-lid clamshell containers, and other paper, plastic,
aluminum, and alternative materials products. Foodservice &
Packaging Institute, Inc., supports the environmentally responsible
manufacture, distribution, use, and disposal of foodservice
disposables.
FPI offers a free teachers kit (new version available on CD or FPIs
website) that includes educational materials for middle school
environmental science educators. This kit contains a full range of
information and student activities, including a new interactive
webpage. FPI also offers one-page issue sheets appropriate for
middle and high school students on environment and sanitation.
These explain the importance of foodservice disposable products to
todays consumers. Single copies of these FPI publications are free
to educators. Contact FPI for larger quantities. For additional
information about other publications, visit the website. 60
Teacher's Kit: http://www.fpi.org/dms/dm_browse.asp?pid=96
FREY SCIENTIFIC
80 Northwest Boulevard
Nashua, NH 03063
(800) 225-3739
Fax: (877) 256-3739
E-Mail: customercare@freyscientific.com
Web: www.freyscientific.com
A full-line supplier of educational materials, equipment and
supplies for science, designed for students from kindergarten
through college.
Offers a general science catalog that includes over 100 pages of
products for earth science and ecology study. Product line consists
of books, charts and posters, videos and video discs, software, kits,
games, manipulatives, general supplies and equipment, and more.
Products are available for a fee; catalog is free of charge. 61
It's just a company! http://www.freyscientific.com
FUEL CELLS 2000
1100 H Street, N.W., Suite 800
Washington, DC 20005
(202) 785-4222
Fax: (202) 785-4313
E-Mail: info@fuelcells.org
Web: www.fuelcells.org
Fuel Cells 2000 is a nonprofit program to educate people around
the world about the potential benefits of fuel cells, an advanced
energy generation technology. Fuel cells combine hydrogen and
oxygen electrochemically to produce energy. The only byproducts
are water and useful heat.
Produces fuel cell information brochures and sends free information
packets in response to requests from students, teachers, and the
general public. Some publications include the Fuel Cells in
Transportation brochure, the Fuel Cell Quarterly, the free monthly
Fuel Cell Technology Update, and comprehensive charts (Fuel Cell
Vehicles, Fuel Cell Buses, Fuel Cell Specialty Vehicles, Worldwide
Hydrogen Fueling Stations, Worldwide Fuel Cell Installations).
The Fuel Cells 2000 website provides basic fuel cell information, as
well as extensive links; FAQs, a news group; an online bibliography
of books and articles; and a gallery of fuel cell product images. Fuel
Cells 2000 has a Fuel Cell Career and Education Center with
company job pages for professionals and educational resources,
lesson plans, and experiments for teachers and students, as well as
the Fuel Cell Match Maker, an online message board. 62
Just links? http://www.fuelcells.org/ced/education.html
GENERAL ATOMICS SCIENCES EDUCATION
FOUNDATION
3550 General Atomics Court
San Diego, CA 92121-1194
(858) 455-3335
Fax: (858) 455-3379
E-Mail: pat.winter@gat.com
Web: fusioned.gat.com
A high technology research and development center.
Offers information to middle and high school teachers and students
regarding current U.S. and worldwide nuclear fusion research that is
aimed at understanding plasma science and fusion technology and
their roles in providing an energy resource for tomorrows needs.
Available materials include a 20-minute video (Spanish, French, or
English), Fusion: Creating a Star on Earth; STARPOWER, an
interactive learning adventure CD; and a teacher resource guide
packed with experiments and a workbook on the electromagnetic
spectrum, plasma, and radiation. Classroom posters on fusion,
radiation, and the electromagnetic spectrum are also available. These
items are free while supplies last. Order online at the above website. 63
Some PDFs inc. posters on Fusion: http://fusioned.gat.com/classroom.html
GEOTHERMAL EDUCATION OFFICE
664 Hilary Drive
Tiburon, CA 94920
(415) 435-4574
Fax: (415) 435-7737
E-Mail: geo@marin.org
Web: www.geothermal.marin.org
A nonprofit educational organization serving teachers and
students to increase awareness and understanding of geothermal
energy.
Available for a fee are high school-and elementary school-level
videos; an activity-packed geothermal curriculum for grades 4
through 8; and a set of classroom activities for grades 6 through 12
(free with purchase of video). A geothermal slide show (PPT) CD
containing 122 colorful graphics and photos is also available for
sale. See www.geothermal.marin.org. 64
Some stuff for download: http://www.geothermal.marin.org/edmatl.html
GEOTHERMAL HEAT PUMP CONSORTIUM
1050 Connecticut Avenue NW, Suite 1000
Washington, DC 20036
(888) ALL-4-GEO
Fax: (202) 558-6759
E-Mail: info@ghpc.org
Web: www.geoexchange.org
For more than a decade, the Geothermal Heat Pump Consortium
has been working to increase the awareness and use of
geoexchange technology throughout the United States and the
world.
The Consortium, a nonprofit advocacy association, believes that the
responsible use of energy resources is crucial to the nations
economy and our quality of life. Toward that end, increasing the use
of geoexchange technology will not only dramatically reduce our
national energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions, but
also will slash its users energy costs, and our nations dependence
on fossil fuels. The Geothermal Heat Pump Consortium acts as a
resource for anyone wishing to know more about geoexchange
technology. Our information catalogue includes items specifically
addressing geoexchange installations in schools, homes, and
businesses, as well as more generalized topics. All full-color
brochures, case studies, reports and documentaries are available for
free download online at www.geoexchange.org.
In addition, we will mail out copies of any of our materials to
teachers free of charge. Our full-time staff and industry allies can
also provide one-on-one technical expertise, marketing research data
and insight, and current industry activity status to interested parties
via e-mail or over the phone. 65
Heat pump videos, some other stuff: http://www.geoexchange.org
HAWAIIAN ELECTRIC COMPANY, INC.
Education and Consumer Affairs Division
900 Richards Street
Honolulu, HI 96813
(808) 543-7511
Fax: (808) 543-7412
Web: www.heco.com
An investor-owned electric utility that serves the island of Oahu, in
the State of Hawaii.
Hawaiian Electric Company (HECO) and its subsidiaries, Maui
Electric Company and Hawaii Electric Light Company, provide free
teaching materials to kindergarten through 12th grade educators
located on the islands of Oahu, Maui and Hawaii. Services include
free books and school-based presentations, as well as loaning of CD
ROMs, DVDs and videos related to electrical safety, basic electricity,
energy conservation, renewable energy, and careers in the electric
utility industry; HECO also supports educational programs, such as
the Solar Sprinta miniature solar model car project for middle
school students; Sun Power for Schoolsschools are provided
photovoltaic systems and curriculum based lessons on renewable
energy and photovoltaics; FIRST Lego League where students
build a non-remote robot using Legos and science and engineering
skills to compete in a friendly robotics event and the Kids and
Teachers webpage at www.heco.com that provides students and
teachers alike with electrifying information. For details on these
programs, visit www.heco.com and go to Generation e. 66
Energy Hog, Energy Quest, just links:
http://www.heco.com/portal/site/heco/menuitem.508576f78baa14340b4c0610c510b1ca/?vgnextoid=acfe5e658e0fc010VgnVCM1000008119fea9RCRD&vgnextchannel=619cf2b154da9010VgnVCM10000053011bacRCRD&vgnextfmt=default&vgnextrefresh=1&level=0&ct=article#Games_Activities
ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE AND
ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY
Office of Coal Development
620 East Adams
Springfield, IL 62701
(217) 524-3820
Fax: (217) 558-2647
E-Mail: Linda.Dunbar@illinois.gov
Web: www.illinoiscoal.biz
A state coal education program committed to the continued and
expanded use of Illinois coal resources in environmentally safe
and economically viable ways.
Provides coal curriculum on Illinois coal production, distribution,
usage, research, development, and demonstration of clean coal
technologies. From the Coal Mines to the Power Lines is a teaching
resource manual covering the formation, history and uses of Illinois
coal, Illinois coal mining and reclamation, as well as clean coal
technologies. The curriculum manual contains lesson plans and
hands-on activities for grade level sections K-4, 5-8, and 9-12.
Included with each curriculum manual are age-appropriate booklets,
handouts, and posters. The curriculum is free. Coal awareness and
education efforts target the general public through the media,
schools, and special programs in an attempt to diffuse myths
regarding Illinois coal and to disseminate sound, scientific
information. A CD-ROM accompanies each of the three grade level
sections. Each CD deploys a PowerPoint presentation highlighting
glossaries of terms through the use of captions, questions, photos,
clip art, descriptions and music. 67
Curriculum is free but must be orderd:
http://www.commerce.state.il.us/dceo/Bureaus/Coal/Education/Coal+Curriculum.htm
INDEPENDENT PETROLEUM ASSOCIATION OF
AMERICA
Information Services Department
1201 15th Street, N.W., Suite 300
Washington, DC 20005
(202) 857-4722
Fax: (202) 857-4799
E-Mail: flawrence@ipaa.org or govrel@ipaa.org
Web: www.ipaa.org
The national association represents independent crude oil and
natural gas explorers/producers.
Provides, for a fee, an annual yearbook of statistics on the crude oil-
and natural gas-producing states. The Oil & Natural Gas
Producing Industry In Your State (OPI) compiles exploration and
production statistics for each producing state in a simple manner,
suitable for junior and senior high school students. The new edition
of the OPI is 2004-2005. In addition, the association provides a
statistical brochure entitled U.S. Petroleum Statistics that contains
19 tables of statistical data for oil and natural gas. The latest edition
contains data from 1986-2005. 68
ALSO WORKING WITH API ON A CURRICULUM: http://www.energytomorrow.org/
THE INSTITUTE FOR CHEMICAL EDUCATION (ICE)
Department of Chemistry
University of WisconsinMadison
1101 University Avenue
Madison, WI 53706-1396
(800) 991-5534
(608) 262-3033
Fax: (608) 265-8094
E-Mail: ICE@chem.wisc.edu
Web: http://ice.chem.wisc.edu
A nonprofit educational organization providing chemistry
resources and graduate-level workshops for kindergarten through
grade 12 teachers to better integrate hands-on chemistry into their
classrooms.
Provides chemistry education materials and workshops to
kindergarten through grade 12 teachers throughout the world. The
publications, kits, and workshops are designed to help teachers
include hands-on science activities in their everyday classrooms.
ICEs Topics in Chemistry series provides background chemical and
environmental information on everyday topics. Topics include: Acid
Raina brief history of acid precipitation; the sources of gases that
cause acid rain and their conversion to acid in the atmosphere;
details of the effects of acid precipitation on the environment; and
available alternatives to reduce emissions that contribute to acid
rain. Acid Rain, Experimental Supplementfive experiments
showing the effects of acid rain on the environment, using easy-to-
find materials; notes on presentation and curriculum integration are
included. The Hole in the Ozone Layerthe chemistry, uses, and
importance of ozone and chlorofluorocarbons; a history of theories
involving their interactions in the atmosphere; the effect of ozone
depletion on life; examination of changes in public policy; and the
response of industry. Nanocrystaline Solar Kitenough materials
to make five solar cells (most of the materials can be reused) and a
booklet with information on the origins of photosynthesis, use of
fossil fuels and renewable energy sources and the effects on the
environment. The solar cells use natural dyes from berries and a
common paint pigment to generate electricity from light. The booklet
contains detailed laboratory directions for assembling a solar cell
and circuit set-ups to measure the electrical output of the cell. 69
Not really energy stuff: http://ice.chem.wisc.edu
INTERSTATE OIL AND GAS COMPACT COMMISSION
900 N.W. 23rd St.
Oklahoma City, OK 73105
(405) 525-3556
Fax: (405) 525-3592
E-Mail: erica.smith@iogcc.state.ok.us
Web: www.iogcc.state.ok.us
The IOGCC is a multi-state government agency that champions the
conservation and efficient recovery of domestic oil and natural gas
resources while protecting health, safety and the environment.
Established in 1935, it is the oldest, largest and most effective
interstate compact in the nation.
The IOGCC publishes both technical and non-technical information
on issues related to the production of natural gas and crude oil
onshore the United States. The website includes information on
careers in professions important to the vitality of the U.S. oil and
gas industry; the importance of research and development in
exploration, production and conservation; statistics and production
information from low-volume wells that contribute significantly to
the nations energy supply; and various position statements
reflected in resolutions adopted by the organization. A complete
catalog of information is online at www.iogcc.state.ok.us. 70
Lists some projects going on, but no curricula: http://www.iogcc.state.ok.us/classroom-projects
JEA
21 West Church Street
Jacksonville, FL 32202
(904) 665-6000
Fax: (904) 665-7386
E-Mail: smitrh@jea.com
Web: www.jea.com
JEA is the eighth largest municipal utility in the country, providing
electric, water, and sewer services to its customers. The JEA
electric system currently serves more than 360,000 customers in
Jacksonville and parts of three adjacent counties. JEAs water
system serves more than 240,000 water customers and 186,000
sewer customers, or more than 80 percent of all water and sewer
utility customers in northeast Florida.
JEA provides free energy, sewer and water educational booklets to
schools within the JEA service area. Services include student and
teacher materials for kindergarten through grade 12; speakers;
teacher workshops and programs with affiliates Tree Hill Nature
Center and the JEA Science Theatre and AquaExpo at the Museum
of Science and History. This exhibit is made up of two parts - the
JEA Science Theatre and the AquaExpo. Kids visiting the theatre will
participate in interactive science shows and learn about scientific
theories as they relate to electricity and electrical safety. The
AquaExpo focuses on the scarce and precious nature of water and
how we can do our part to conserve it. 71
Free within service area: http://www.jea.com/community/education/teacher/index.asp
Closer inspection would show who wrote these materials
JOHNSON CONTROLS, INC.
Academy of Energy Education
507 East Michigan Street
Milwaukee, WI 53202
(414) 524-5574
Fax: (414) 347-0221
E-Mail: michelle.l.tanem@jci.com
Web: www.johnsoncontrols.com
Johnson Controls is a global leader in interior experience,
building efficiency and power solutions. The company provides
innovative automotive interiors that help make driving more
comfortable, safe and enjoyable. For buildings, it offers products
and services that optimize energy use and improve comfort and
security. Johnson Controls also provides batteries for automobiles
and hybrid electric vehicles, along with systems engineering and
service expertise.
Offers, in partnership with the National Energy Foundation, a
curriculum-enhancing program that promotes energy education in
kindergarten through grade 12-plus and expands into a school-to-
work transition experience. Designed to encourage students to
explore energy usage and its impact on the environment, the
Academy of Energy Education programs include: Energy Fun for
kindergarten through grade 3; Energy Fundamentals for grades 4
through 6; Energy Action Patrol for grades 5 through 8; Energy
Action Teams for grades 6 through 9; and Energy Action
Technology for grades 9 through 12. For high school students, the
Academy features career exploration. College students can
participate in externships in exchange for college credits granted by
Utah State University. For more information, call your local Johnson
Controls office or (888) 214-0916. 72
WITH NEF the Academy of Energy Education, requires reg: http://www.academyofenergy.org/
More on it: http://www.johnsoncontrols.com/publish/us/en/products/building_efficiency/market/k-12/the_academy_of_energy.html
KEEP AMERICA BEAUTIFUL, INC.
1010 Washington Boulevard
Stamford, CT 06901
(203) 323-8987
Fax: (203) 325-9199
E-Mail: info@kab.org
Web: www.kab.org
Keep America Beautiful is the nations largest nonprofit public
education and community improvement organization whose
network of more than 560 city, county, statewide, and international
affiliates engages individuals in programs that prevent litter and
reduce, reuse, recycle, and properly manage waste materials.
Through partnerships and strategic alliances with citizens,
businesses, and government, Keep America Beautiful programs
motivate millions of volunteers annually to clean up, beautify, and
improve their neighborhoods, creating safer and more livable
community environments.
Offers educational resources for teachers and students to provide a
balanced perspective of waste and the options for its management in
clear and user-friendly formats. The classroom curriculum
supplement Waste In Place, for grades kindergarten through 6,
builds critical thinking, processing, and problem-solving skills
through imaginative, hands-on lessons. Lessons can be taught
individually or in sequence. Developed and field-tested by
professional educators and waste experts, the curriculum
supplement is being used nationwide by thousands of teachers to
influence positive behavior, foster social responsibility and respect
for the environment, and enrich the learning experience. Learn more
about Keep America Beautiful at www.kab.org.
In addition, Keep America Beautiful recently launched the website,
Clean Sweep U.S.A. (www.kab.org/cleansweepusa), created
through a grant from the U.S. Department of Education. The website
shows six in-class lessons, which provide teachers with tips for
web-directed research and class projects. Clean Sweep offers 22
web-based projects that require students to examine waste
management issues at the national, state and local levels. All
lessons on the website include two hands-on activities that focus
on critical problem-solving, and each activity is supported by
background information that correlate to Guidelines for Excellence
from the North American Association for Environmental Education. 73
Some stuff, but Waste in Place is $40: http://www.kab.org/site/PageServer?pagename=tools_teachers
Clean Sweep USA has some lessons: http://www.cleansweepusa.org/educators.aspx
KIDWIND PROJECT
2093 Sargent Avenue
St. Paul, MN 55105
(781) 354-2452
Fax: (208) 485-9419
Web: www.kidwind.org
E-Mail: michael@kidwind.org
The KidWind Project is a team of teachers, students, engineers and
practitioners exploring the science behind wind energy in
classrooms around the US. Our goal is to introduce as many
teachers and students as possible to the elegance of wind power
through hands-on science activities that are challenging,
engaging and incorporate science standards. While improving
science education is our main goal, we also aim to help schools
become important resources for students, and the general public,
to learn about and see wind energy in action.
The KidWind Project website contains detailed information on wind
energy, downloadable lesson plans, PowerPoint presentations,
movies, animations in addition to kits and materials to build
classroom sized wind turbines. 74
LOTS of stuff! http://learn.kidwind.org/teach
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KISSIMMEE UTILITY AUTHORITY (KUA)
Office of Corporate Communications
P.O. Box 423219
Kissimmee, FL 34742-3219
(407) 933-7777
Toll-free: (877) 582-7700
Fax: (407) 933-1761
E-Mail: cgent@kua.com
Web: www.kua.com
Floridas sixth largest municipally owned utility providing
electric, water, and telecommunication services to 170,000
residents in five Central Florida counties.
Provides free energy educational resources (coloring books,
booklets, calendars, posters, kits, audiovisual materials, etc., for use
in kindergarten through grade 12) to schools within the KUA service
area. Services include student and teacher materials, speakers
bureau, power plant and energy control center tours. A free color
brochure highlighting the services and materials is available upon
request. 75
Didn't find the edu resources: http://www.kua.com/Resources/
LEARNONLINE, INC.
Thomas H. Frye Jr.
5286 Villa Mallorca Place
Camarillo, CA 93012 -5329
(805) 383-3640
Fax: (805) 985-8541
E-Mail: tomfrye@learnonline.com
Web: www.learnonline.com
Founded in 2002, LearnOnLine, Inc., a California for-profit
company, is focused on project-based learning using the Internet
and World Wide Web for courseware content and student/teacher
collaboration. In project-based learning, students work in teams to
explore real-world problems and create presentations to share
what they have learned.
LearnOnLine continues to develop the Renewable Energy
Education Lab (REEL Power) Project, which is designed as a K-12
and community college teaching aid offering hands-on techniques
for learning math and science using renewable energy. REEL Power
encourages students to learn to apply the math and science they are
studying to simulated real-world renewable energy power generation
systems. 76
Lots of background info, but the software is for sale: http://www.learnonline.com/
Nuts and Volts articles: http://www.learnonline.com/experimenter%20kit.htm
Hardware interface boards also for sale
MIDWEST ENERGY EFFICIENCY ALLIANCE
645 N Michigan, Suite 990
Chicago, IL 60611
(312) 587-8390
www.mwalliance.org
The Midwest Energy Efficiency Alliance (MEEA) is a collaborative
network whose purpose is to advance energy efficiency in the
Midwest in order to support sustainable economic development
and environmental preservation.
MEEA administers the Lights for Learning Program, a school
fundraiser, which currently takes place in Illinois, and may expand to
other Midwest states in the near future. MEEA also offers several
rebates throughout the year on ENERGY STAR qualified products.
Check for updates at www.mwalliance.org. 77
School fundraiser, and that's it: http://www.mwalliance.org/programs/lights-learning
MIDWEST RENEWABLE ENERGY ASSOCIATION
7558 Deer Road
Custer, WI 54423
(715) 592-6595
Fax: (715) 592-6596
E-Mail: info@the-mrea.org
Web: www.the-mrea.org
A grassroots private nonprofit educational organization dedicated
to promoting renewable energy and energy efficiency through
education and demonstration.
Offers special workshop series for teachers, children, and the
general public. Hosts the Renewable Energy and Sustainable Living
Fair every June in Central Wisconsin. This annual event features
workshops, exhibits, speakers, a model home, renewable energy
home tours, alternatively fueled vehicle showcase, entertainment,
and more. Offers year-round workshops on renewable energy and
energy efficiency. ReNews, a quarterly newsletter, is available for a
minimal fee. 78
Big Annual Energy Fair: http://www.the-mrea.org/energy_fair.php
MINERAL INFORMATION INSTITUTE (MII)
505 Violet Street
Golden, CO 80401
(303) 277-9190
Fax: (303) 277-9198
E-Mail: mii@mii.org
Web: www.mii.org
A nonprofit educational organization providing free resources and
contacts to support classroom teachers.
Provides mineral and energy information at no cost to classroom
teachers. Companies and other organizations may purchase MII
materials at a nominal cost. Materials include videos, posters,
lessons, and activities. The purpose of all materials is to increase
awareness that everything we have and everything we use comes
from our natural resources. MII sponsored and continues to
support revisions to the high school integrated science textbook,
Global Science: Energy, Resources, Environment. Teachers should
write on school letterhead to request free materials. Virtually all of
MIIs materials can be downloaded for free from the website. 79
Pretty good resources! http://www.mii.org
Really like "Resources we use": http://www.mii.org/downloadfile04.php?filetodownload=ResourcesWeUse.pdf&directory=pdfs/resources
MINNESOTA DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE
ENERGY DIVISION
85 7th Place East, Suite 500
St. Paul, MN 55101
(651) 296-5175
1 (800) 657-3710
Fax: (651) 297-7891
E-Mail: energy.info@state.mn.us
Web: www.commerce.state.mn.us
The State Energy Office provides a broad range of energy
information to the general public. The State Energy Office also
promotes energy efficiency and sustainable energy resource and
technology development in Minnesota.
Provides a wide range of energy conservation materials for the
general public. Educational materials are targeted to residential,
commercial, and industrial audiences. This information is designed
to encourage specific conservation practices and to increase public
awareness of energy and energy-related issues. Some of these free
materials may be appropriate for students in grades 6 through 12. The
Departments Energy Information Center has a full-time staff to provide
individualized responses to consumers energy-related questions. All
printed materials and software are available through our website. 80
General info, some interesting guides to home energy under publications:
http://www.state.mn.us/portal/mn/jsp/home.do?agency=Energy
NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE
ADMINISTRATION (NASA)
300 E Street, S.W., Code N
Washington, DC 20546-0001
Web: http://education.nasa.gov
A Federal agency with programs to advance the nations education
goals through expanding and enhancing the scientific and
technological competence of all students and educators.
NASAs Education Home Page serves as a cyber-gateway to
information regarding educational programs and services offered by
NASA for educators and students across the United States. This
high-level directory of information provides specific details and points
of contact for all of NASAs educational efforts and Field Center offices.
Educators and students utilizing this site will have access to a
comprehensive overview of NASAs educational programs and
services, along with a searchable program inventory that has cataloged
NASAs educational programs. NASAs online home pages, offered by
NASAs four areas of research and development, include the
Exploration Systems, Space Operations, Science, and Aeronautics
Research. 81
NASA's general ed page, not really energy: http://education.nasa.gov
NATIONAL ARBOR DAY FOUNDATION
211 N.12th Street
Lincoln, NE 68508
(402) 474-5655
Fax: (402) 474-0820
E-Mail: Education@arborday.org
Web: www.arborday.org
A nonprofit education organization dedicated to tree planting,
conservation, and environmental stewardship.
Provides free information on tree planting and care, including
correctly planting windbreaks and shelterbelts, in the Conservation
Trees and Trees for America brochures, as well as the Celebrate
Arbor Day Guidebook. For elementary and middle school-aged
children, the National Arbor Day Foundation also has available, for a
nominal fee, curriculum kits that stress the contributions made by
trees and the importance of environmental stewardship.
For samples of the free educational materials and to receive
information about the curriculum kits, write or call to request an
Educational Resource Guide. 82
Order Resource guide, not for download: http://www.arborday.org/shopping/sourcebook/resourceguide.cfm
NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF CONSERVATION
DISTRICTS (NACD)
509 Capitol Court, N.E.
Washington, DC 20002-4949
(202) 547-6223
Fax: (202) 547-6450
Web: www.nacdnet.org
A nongovernmental nonprofit organization representing nearly
3,000 soil and water conservation districts and their state
associations in the 50 states and U.S. territories. NACD serves its
member districts as one voice, utilizing the force of local initiative
and self-government, in the conservation and development of
natural resources on Americas private working land.
Sponsors conservation education recognition programs for primary
and secondary school teachers, as well as a poster contest for
students. Publishes and sells educational materials about
conserving soil, water and other natural resources. 83
Guide has some stuff for sale? NEED refs: http://www.nacdnet.org/education/resources/energy/
NATIONAL BIODIESEL BOARD
P.O. Box 104898
Jefferson City, Missouri 65110-4898
(800) 841-5849
Web: www.biodiesel.org
The National Biodiesel Board (NBB) is the nonprofit trade
association representing the biodiesel industry as the
coordinating body for biodiesel research and development in the
U.S. The organization fills a vital role of public education for
biodiesel, the fastest growing alternative fuel in the country. NBB
is considered the leading source for biodiesel information in the
U.S. State soybean commodity groups, who have funded biodiesel
research and development programs for more than a decade,
founded NBB in 1992. Since that time, NBB has developed into a
comprehensive industry association, which coordinates and
interacts with a broad range of cooperators including industry,
government and academia. NBBs membership is comprised of
state, national, and international feedstock and feedstock
processor organizations, biodiesel suppliers, fuel marketers and
distributors, and technology providers. NBB represents all
feedstocks (sources for biodiesel).
To provide support to teachers and students wanting to learn more
about biodiesel in the classroom, NBB, as part of a U.S. Department
of Agriculture grant, partners with the National Energy Education
Development (NEED) Project to provide classroom activities, teacher
training, and school district decision maker programs. 84
From NEED: http://www.biodiesel.org/pdf_files/Biodiesel_Curriculum_Schools.pdf
NATIONAL CORN GROWERS ASSOCIATION (NCGA)
632 Cepi Drive
Chesterfield, MO 63005
(636) 733-9004
Fax: (636) 733-9005
E-Mail: corninfo@ncga.com
Web: www.ncga.com
A federation of 46 affiliated state corn grower organizations
actively representing the interests of producers of the nations top
grain crop. Membership includes more than 32,000 growers in 48
states. NCGAs mission is to create and increase opportunities for
corn growers.
The organization provides teachers with a downloadable web-based
educational program, Corn in the Classroom that illustrates corn as
a reservoir of energy and a renewable substitute for products made
from expendable fossil fuels. Additionally, the NCGA website
includes links to its affiliate state corn-growing organizations, many
of which have online education programs. Also, The World of Corn,
an annual resource publication, a statistical look at corn markets and
trends, is available for download from the website. The publication,
which is free up to 25 copies, can be requested by contacting the
organization. Additional copies are $3.00 per copy. 85
Two corn activities, and an interesting poster: http://ncga.com/educational-resource-center
NATIONAL COTTON COUNCIL OF AMERICA
Education Materials
1918 North Parkway
Memphis, TN 38112
(901) 274-9030
Fax: (901) 725-0510
Web: www.cotton.org
The National Cotton Council is a nonprofit commodity organization
representing 25,000 producers and processors of raw cotton. The
organization is dedicated to strengthening the cotton industrys
ability to compete effectively and profitably in the raw cotton, oilseed,
and manufactured product markets nationally and abroad.
The NCC provides a variety of downloadable and audiovisual
materials on cotton (www.cotton.org), including a videotape about
the highly successful and environmentally sound National Boll
Weevil Eradication Program. The tape, primarily for grades 3
through 12, includes a 3-minute program aired on the Todays
Environment television series on the Discovery Channel. The
eradication program uses an integrated approach for eliminating one
of the U.S. cotton industrys major pests, such as plowing down
cotton stalks after harvest, the strategic placement of traps baited
with pheromone (sex attractant), and the judicious application of
crop protection products. 86
Some stuff: http://www.cotton.org/edu/index.cfm
http://www.cotton.org/pubs/cottoncounts/resources.cfm
NATIONAL COUNCIL ON ECONOMIC EDUCATION
1140 Avenue of the Americas
New York, NY 10036
(800) 338-1192
Fax: (212) 730-1793
E-Mail: sales@ncee.net
Web: www.ncee.net
The National Council on Economic Education is a nonprofit
organization dedicated to educating students in the principles of
economics and personal finance. Visit our website or contact us for
information on teacher resource manuals, student activity books,
and curriculum development materials to assist educators in the K-
12 classroom.
The following lessons are offered for a nominal fee. They can be
reviewed on the website:
Economics and the EnvironmentHelps high school students
understand the crucial relationship between activity and
environmental protection. Activities include courses in
environmental studies, economics, natural sciences, social issues,
and global issues. Classroom-tested lessons give students insight
into a variety of environmental issues. Students learn key concepts
how natural resources are used and why, at times, misused, and
how future economic activity can provide for environmental
protection, as well as for economic growth. Selected by World Wild
Life and North American Association for Environmental Education
as an exemplary resource to help teach about biodiversity.
Economics and the Environment EcoDetectivesApplying
economic reasoning to environmental problems for middle school
students. Students learn about protecting endangered species,
recycling, and resource depletion. Students solve persistent
environmental mysteries. Materials highlighted by California
Integrated Waste Management Board and California Department of
Education, together with the Acron Group.
Energy, Economics, and the Environment: Case Studies and
Teaching Activities for Elementary Schoolchallenges upper
elementary students to analyze energy and environment issues from
an economics perspective. Updated with current information, EEE
gives teachers and students the knowledge and tools they need to
analyze important energy and environment issues. Students will
develop a basic understanding of concepts relating to economics,
energy, and the environment; learn effective decision-making skills;
and be involved in meaningful activities.
Energy, Economics, and the Environment: Case Studies and
Teaching Activities for High Schoolchallenges high school
students to analyze energy and environment issues from an
economics perspective. Updated with current information, EEE
gives teachers and students the knowledge and tools they need to
analyze important energy and environment issues. Students will
develop a basic understanding of concepts relating to economics,
energy, and the environment; learn effective decision-making skills;
and be involved in meaningful activities.
The Great Economic Mysteries BookStudents in grades 912
solve engaging mysteries about environmental issues, natural
resources, recycling, waste management, and government issues.
The Wide World of TradeThrough trade simulations and activities,
students discover how scarce resources are allocated in order to
provide goods and services. 87
All around $30: http://store.councilforeconed.org/science.html
NATIONAL ENERGY EDUCATION DEVELOPMENT
THE NEED PROJECT
8408 Kao Circle
Manassas, VA 20110
(800) 875-5029
Fax: (800) 847-1820
E-Mail: info@need.org
Web: www.need.org
A national network of students, educators, and business,
government and community leaders dedicated to the design and
delivery of comprehensive, non-biased kindergarten through 12th
grade energy education curriculum.
By meeting local, state, and national education standards, NEED
programs provide students and teachers an opportunity to learn
about energy through hands-on science, math, drama, social
studies, art, and music.
Student leadership initiatives encourage students to work with their
peers, teachers, family, and community to design energy education
programming for their region. The curriculum package is a six- to
nine-week unit and is widely adopted for use in the classroom.
Memberships are available to educators for little or no cost, based
on availability of sponsorship, from NEEDs partners and sponsors.
Participating educators receive the NEED Energy Kit with teacher
guides to a variety of activities and a full portfolio of free items to
complete their units based on their grade level. The materials include
Energy Infobooks on the nations leading energy sources;
curriculum guides that help teachers plan comprehensive units to
include the science of energy, energy sources, electricity, efficiency
and conservation; and many evaluation/assessment and
reinforcement options.
New this year is a process technology activity completed in
partnership with the Center for the Advancement of Process
Technology to help students understand oil and natural gas
exploration, production and refining.
An extensive selection of hands-on science kits to teach energy
transformations, solar energy, energy efficiency, electricity, magnets,
and hydrogen are available and often sponsored.
Workshops and conferences for teachers, students, and energy
professionals are available throughout the year, and week-long
summer training is offered annually. NEEDs website has resources
to teach an entire NEED unit available in PDF and other formats.
The extensive curriculum, including Science Fair Projects,
Transportation Fuels activities, Biodiesel and Ethanol curriculum,
Hydrogen activities, energy efficiency for schools and more are
available from NEEDs website, resource catalog, and at over 600
workshops each year. NEEDs newsletter Energy Exchange and its
career newsletter Career Currents are available on the website and
via mail.
For information about NEED Project programs, go to www.need.org.
Also visit our Energy Information Administration partnership
project, the EIA Kids Page, at www.eia.doe.gov/kids. 88
Lots from NEED: http://www.need.org
NATIONAL ENERGY FOUNDATION (NEF)
Resources for Education
National Office
3676 California Avenue, Suite A117
Salt Lake City, UT 84104
(801) 908-5800
Fax: (801) 908-5400
E-Mail: info@nef1.org
Web: www.nef1.org
A nonprofit educational organization providing educational
resources and training services to educators.
Major initiatives include the Igniting Creative Energy Challenge, a
national competition where K-12 students use their creativity to
express their ideas related to being energy conscious. Entries
include original art, music, literature, computer graphics, multimedia
presentations, science projects, etc. NEF is also a Rebuild America
strategic partner, working with school districts, state energy offices,
and other partners nationwide to help bring down energy usage and
costs at schools across the country. NEF continues to produce new
energy-related instructional materials for K-12 teachers. New items
include posters titled Electrical Generation, Renewable Energy
Sources, Exploring Natural Resources and Their Uses, Oil, High
Performance Schools, and Energy Management in and around Your
School. NEF provides a wide array of posters, learning activity
guides, videos, and instructional music that focus on energy. Other
new items available currently include learning activities guides titled
Energy Fun, Energy Fundamentals, and Energy Action Activities.
NEF also distributes instructional materials nationwide through a
fulfillment program with the natural gas industry, and the
Foundation continues to provide in-service training support to
school districts in many parts of the country. 89
Nice posters, maybe nice other stuff but it's all pay: http://www.shop.nef1.org/
NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC SOCIETY
School Publishing
1145 17th Street, N.W.
Washington, DC 20036
(800) 368-2728
Fax: (515) 362-3366
Web: www.ngschoolpub.org
A nonprofit organization.
Publishes supplemental curriculum materials for kindergarten
through 12th grades on electricity, energy efficiency/energy
conservation, environment, geosciences/earth sciences, recycling,
and water. Materials include GeoKits (thematic, multimedia teaching
kits); Windows on Literacy and Reading Expeditions nonfiction
books; videos; atlases; PicturePack transparency sets; and
PictureShow CD-ROMs. Free catalogs are available upon request at
(800) 368-2728. Free lesson plans and resources, as well as additional
information about products, are offered at www.ngschoolpub.org
and ww.nationalgeographic.com/education. 90
Search books for "energy": http://www.ngsp.com/AdvancedSearchResult/tabid/486/Default.aspx
Energy in Xpeditions: http://www.thinkfinity.org/partner-search?start=0&partner=4&partner_value=no&from_links=&txtKeyWord=energy&txtKeyWord2=&narrow=1&chkPartner[]=Xpeditions
THE NATIONAL HYDROPOWER ASSOCIATION (NHA)
One Massachusetts Avenue, N.W., Suite 850
Washington, DC 20001
(202) 682-1700
Fax: (202) 682-9478
E-Mail: help@hydro.org
Web: www.hydro.org
An association dedicated to building greater public awareness of
the advantages of hydropower as our nations most plentiful
renewable energy source.
Offers a variety of materials on the production of hydropower,
hydros economic and environmental benefits, and the issues facing
the hydropower industry. Posters and educational curriculum are
available at nominal cost. An annual conference is held every spring.
NHA works closely with the Hydro Research Foundation, the U.S.
Hydropower Council for International Development, and other
organizations dedicated to hydropower and other forms of
renewable energy. Staff is available to answer specific questions and
to help identify sources of additional information. 91
Fact Sheets, not much: http://www.hydro.org/hydrofacts/factsheets.php
NATIONAL OILHEAT RESEARCH ALLIANCE
600 Cameron
Alexandria, VA 22314
(703) 340-1660
Fax: (703) 340-1661
E-Mail: info@nora-oilheat.org
Web: www.oilheatamerica.com
An independent, nonprofit organization dedicated to oilheating.
Publishes a variety of books, reports, consumer guides, and fact
sheets. Material covers energy use and efficiency, technical papers,
and educational materials for technical training. Prepares video
educational materials concerning the oilheating industry. There is a
catalog of materials available at www.norastore.org. All materials are
distributed at the cost of production. 92
Really not for school: http://www.norastore.org/SearchResults.asp?Cat=3
NATIONAL PROPANE GAS ASSOCIATION (NPGA)
1150 17th Street, N.W., Suite 310
Washington, DC 20036-4623
(202) 466-7200
Fax: (202) 466-7205
E-Mail: info@npga.org
Web: www.npga.org
NPGA is the national trade association of the propane industry.
Propane Education & Research Council (PERC)
1140 Connecticut Ave., N.W., Suite 1075
Washington, DC 20036
(202) 452-8975
Fax: (202) 452-9054
E-Mail: propanesupport@propanecouncil.org
Web: www.usepropane.com
PERC promotes the safe, efficient use of propane as a preferred
energy source. Fact sheets, consumer safety brochures with a
scratch and sniff feature, coloring books, and industry safety videos
are available online at www.propanecatalog.com. Additional
information is available on both organizations websites.
Homeowners can compare the cost of energy prices on
www.usepropane.com. 93
General consumer info and education are gone: http://www.propanemarc.com/Learn-More/PERC-Activities-and-DOC-Restriction.aspx
NATIONAL RURAL ELECTRIC COOPERATIVE
ASSOCIATION
Youth Programs
4301 Wilson Boulevard
Arlington, VA 22203
(703) 907-5500
E-Mail: nreca@nreca.coop
Web: www.nreca.org or www.nreca.coop
A service organization representing the nations more than 900
nonprofit consumer-owned cooperative electric systems, which
provide electric service to more than 36 million people in 47
states.
NRECA publishes both a weekly newspaper and a monthly magazine
covering electric co-op and industry issues. Congressional
testimony, regulatory filings, press releases, and other public
records are available online on the website at www.nreca.coop. 94
Not much: http://www.nreca.org
NATIONAL SCIENCE TEACHERS ASSOCIATION
(NSTA)
1840 Wilson Boulevard
Arlington, VA 22201
(800) 277-5300
(888) 433-0526
E-Mail: pubsales@nsta.org
Web: http://store.nsta.org
The largest science teachers association in the United States, NSTA
is working to improve the quality of science education nationwide.
Publishes resources for K-12 science teachers. A free book catalog is
available upon request. Call 800-277-5300. 95
So much for PEEC: http://nsta.org/store/search.aspx?action=quicksearch&text=energy
NATIONAL WILDLIFE FEDERATION
11100 Wildlife Center Drive
Reston, VA 20190
(800) 822-9919
Fax: (703) 438-6468
E-Mail: wildlife@nwf.org
Web: www.nwf.org
The nations largest nonprofit conservation education
organization.
The mission of the National Wildlife Federation (NWF) is to inspire
Americans to protect wildlife for our childrens future. NWF
publishes the magazines Wild Animal BabyTM, Your Big Backyard,
and Ranger Rick® for children, and National Wildlife; produces a
free monthly electronic educator newsletter including activities and
tips for creating Schoolyard Habitats; produces curriculum units and
facilitates training workshops around the country and produces
online resources, such as the Ranger Rick Educators Guide for use
with Ranger Rick® magazine in the classroom. Visit www.nwf.org/
education for more information and to receive an educator
information packet. 96
NATURAL GAS SUPPLY ASSOCIATION (NGSA)
805 15th Street, N.W., Suite 510
Washington, DC 20005
(202) 326-9300
Fax: (202) 326-9330
E-Mail: Scrockett@ngsa.org
Web: www.ngsa.org or www.naturalgas.org
A national, nonprofit trade association representing integrated
and independent companies that produce and market domestic
natural gas. Established in 1965, NGSA encourages expanded use
of natural gas and regulatory and legislative actions that foster
competitive markets.
All materials provided by NGSA are available at www.ngsa.org,
which features information about public policy issues of concern to
natural gas consumers, as well as to those employed in and
interested in the industry. Issues covered include supply issues
(exploration and production, challenges and barriers to producing
natural gas), issues related to the Federal Energy Regulatory
Commission (including the transmission and gathering of natural
gas and the rates and regulations of interstate natural gas pipelines),
distribution issues (the market pressure on natural gas prices and
how it affects the retail price of natural gas), and demand issues
(environmental regulations that prevent natural gas from being used
to improve air quality and the use of natural gas to generate
electricity). An annotated list of natural gas associations is included.
NGSA also provides an educational primer about natural gas and the
natural gas industry at www.naturalgas.org. 97
There's a quiz, some background, but not much: http://www.naturalgas.org/
NEBRASKA PUBLIC POWER DISTRICT
Energy Education Team
P.O. Box 499
Columbus, NE 68602-0499
(402) 586-5960
Fax: (402) 586-5166
E-Mail: webeditor@nppd.com
Web: www.nppd.com
A public utility servicing the electric needs of its customers, with a
chartered territory including all or parts of 91 of Nebraskas 93
counties.
Provides educational services free of charge to schools and civic
groups in the utilitys service area. Services include electrical safety
assemblies, Louie the Lightning Bug presentations, classroom
programs and speakers, films/videos, tours of power plants and
other facilities, and literature for students and teachers in all grades.
Also provides information on Nebraska Public Power Districts
Environmental and Energy management/conservation issues.
Materials are available upon request for groups and individuals in
the utilitys service area. 98
There's some stuff: http://www.nppd.com/EnergyEducation/
Some nice posters: http://www.nppd.com/EnergyEducation/explore_electricity.asp
Louie is a costume to borrow
NEW YORK STATE ENERGY RESEARCH AND
DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY (NYSERDA)
17 Columbia Circle
Albany, NY 12203-6399
(518) 862-1090, ext 3303
(800) 658-5753 or (866) NYSERDA, ext 3303
Fax: (518) 862-1091
E-Mail: tat@NYSERDA.org or Trogers@NEED.org
Web: www.GetEnergySmart.org
NYSERDAs holistic approach to energy-efficient schools invests in
students, teachers, staff and school buildings and vehicles. Our
goal is to create energy-aware students, teachers and facility
managers, while creating an efficient, healthy and safe learning
environment.
The Energy Smart Students Program provides K-12 curriculum
materials in energy literacy, energy efficiency at home and school,
and energy conservation. Materials are classroom-tested and
aligned with New York State Learning Standards. Training
workshops introduce teachers to the lesson plans and curriculum;
free curriculum is available to teachers attending the workshops. A
summer conference trains teachers to be Energy Educators for the
program. Teachers may register for workshops and also download
free material from NYSERDAs website at www.GetEnergySmart.org.
Mini-grants for teachers are available along with a free program
newsletter: Energy Smarts.
School Power...Naturally provided working photovoltaic and data
collection systems to 50 New York schools. Solar data collected from
these 50 schools can be used in conjunction with 60
interdisciplinary lessons for students in grades 5-12. Both the solar
data and the lessons are free and available to everyone at
www.SchoolPowerNaturally.org.
Energy Smart Schools provides objective technical and financial
assistance to eligible K-12 schools in New York. NYSERDA assists
New Yorks school administrators and facility managers to build and
maintain school buildings that provide a safe, healthy and energy-
efficient environment for learning. More information is available at
www.nyserda.org/programs/school/. 99
Energy Action at Home booklet: http://www.getenergysmart.org/Files/Schools/EAH%2520FINAL_8-13-10.pdf
General http://www.getenergysmart.org/EnergyEducation/Default.aspx
many lesson plans: http://www.powernaturally.org/Programs/SchoolPowerNaturally/InTheClassroom/default.asp?i=9
NEW YORK STATE GEOLOGICAL SURVEY/STATE
MUSEUM
3140 Cultural Education Center
Albany, NY 12230
(518) 474-5816
Fax: (518) 486-2034
E-Mail: wkelly@mail.nysed.gov
Web: www.nysm.nysed.gov/research/geology/
The mission of the New York State Geological Survey is to make
services available to all agencies and people of New York State;
conduct geological research; and cooperate with agencies of other
states, federal government, educational institutions, and industry
in the discovery, analysis, and dissemination of geologic
information.
Provides free educational leaflets for both students and teachers for
kindergarten through grade 12. Conducts workshops and classes in
geological sciences through the New York State Museum in Albany,
New York. Produces geological maps and reports for both
professionals and the general public. A catalog of publications is
available at www.nysm.nysed.gov/publications/geolpub.html. 100
Nothing on energy really: http://www.nysm.nysed.gov/education/
THE NOODLEHEAD NETWORK
10 Colbert Street
Essex Junction, VT 05452
(800) 639-5680 or (802) 862-8675
Fax: (802) 764-5848
E-Mail: kidpower@noodlehead.com
Web: www.noodlehead.com
An educational video producer and distributor that creates videos
from a kids viewpoint.
Produces and distributes educational videos for kids. Specializes in
energy-related videotapes for utilities and the kindergarten through
grade 12 school market. Kids play an integral role in the creation of
each tape from scriptwriting to acting to editing. Titles include:
Simple Things You Can Do To Save Energy, Simple Things You Can
Do To Save Energy In Your School, and KnuckleHeads Electrical
Safety Series. Videos are available for purchase in VHS format or
with duplication and broadcast rights. Free catalogs and preview
copies of the videos are available upon request. 101
Save energy: http://www.noodlehead.com/videos/page7.html
Knucklehead: http://www.noodlehead.com/videos/page3.html#12
NORTH CAROLINA SOLAR CENTER
Box 7401
North Carolina State University
Raleigh, NC 27695
(919) 515-7085
(800) 33NC-SUN (for North Carolina only)
Fax: (919) 515-5778
E-Mail: ncsun@ncsu.edu
Web: www.ncsc.ncsu.edu
The North Carolina Solar Center serves as the states
clearinghouse for solar energy programs, research information,
education and technical assistance.
The North Carolina Solar Center is affiliated with the College of
Engineering at North Carolina State University. The Center seeks to
advance the use of solar energy through information and education
programs and services. The NCSU Solar House, which is the
education headquarters for the Center, is open to the public and
provides educational resources for teachers and students. A
computer displaying renewable energy CDs and other Solar Center
resources is located in the Solar House demonstration and library
area. Adjacent to the Solar House is the Alternative Fuels Garage,
where ongoing research is being done on Photovoltaics, Hydrogen
and Bio-Fuels. Our website provides a listing of our programs,
workshops, special events, state and federal tax credits, fact sheets
and other Solar Center resources. 102
Nav feels broken: http://www.ncsc.ncsu.edu/
Renewable economic calculators, but not too friendly: http://www.ncsc.ncsu.edu/calculators.php
NORTHEAST SUSTAINABLE ENERGY ASSOCIATION
(NESEA)
50 Miles Street, Suite 3
Greenfield, MA 01301
(413) 774-6051
Fax: (413) 774-6053
E-Mail: edu@nesea.org
Web: www.nesea.org
The nations leading regional education and advocacy association
that aims to accelerate the deployment and use of renewable
energy, green buildings, and energy efficiency. NESEA produces
major events that inspire and motivate large numbers of people to
get involved and make a difference. Focus is on the northeastern
United States (from Washington, DC to Maine).
Offers educational programs and resources that enable teachers and
students to explore the science, technology, and potential of low-
polluting, environmentally friendly, and secure energy options such
as renewably-produced electricity, clean transportation fuels,
alternative transportation systems, and healthy, efficient buildings.
Several free publications are available from the website or can be
ordered for the cost of shipping and handling. These include three
middle school lesson sets, Getting Around Without Gasoline,
Getting Around Clean & Green, and Travel Solutions to Global
Warming; a high school unit on alternative fuels, Cars of Tomorrow
and the American Community; and several elementary-level
resources, Choose Your Future Adventure Game, Trip Tally:
Discovering Environmental Solutions, and Totally Tree-Mendous
Activities.
NESEA also develops resources for other organizations. For
example, a middle school science unit on transportation and global
warming and lessons that use mini solar-electric panels for hands-on
inquiry of scientific principals. Both can be accessed from
www.nesea.org. In addition, NESEA runs educational programs for
teachers and students as follows:
1. Northeast Regional Junior Solar Sprint that invites middle
school students to participate in a miniature solar car
competition run by area coordinators from the mid-Atlantic,
New England, and New York States;
2. Tour de Sol: The Great American Green Transportation
Festival, the clean-vehicle championship that invites high
school students to build an electric or hybrid vehicle and
enter the event and also invites students of all ages to take a
field trip to the event and receive a guided tour of the
vehicles; and
3. training workshops, conferences, and summer institutes for
teachers. 103
LOTS of lesson plans and stuff: http://www.nesea.org/k-12/curricularunits/
NORTHEAST UTILITIES
Community Relations-Educational Programs
P.O. Box 270
Hartford, CT 06141-0270
(800) 286-5000, ext. 4105
Fax: (860) 721-4331
Web: www.nu.com
An investor-owned electric utility serving Connecticut, western
Massachusetts, and New Hampshire.
Conducts electrical school safety programs in all fourth/fifth grade
classrooms in areas served by Northeast Utilities system companies.
Booklets and posters on electric safety are available to students and
organizations in areas served by Northeast Utilities. Approximately
35,000 students are reached each year. Money Matter$ workshops
and conservation workshops are presented to customers in
Northeast Utilities service area to assist customers with bill payment
assistance and conservation efforts. Additional pamphlets on
hypothermia, heat stress, home safety, energy conservation and
weatherization are also available to customers and organizations in
areas served by Northeast Utilities System.
Operating Companies of the Northeast Utilities System:
The Connecticut Light and Power Company (CL&P)
P.O. Box 270
Hartford, CT 06141-0270
Web: www.cl-p.com
Western Massachusetts Electric Company
WMECO Customer Service Center
P.O. Box 2010
West Springfield, MA 01090-2010
Web: www.wmeco.com
Public Service of New Hampshire (PSNH)
P.O. Box 330
Manchester, NH 03105-0330
Web: www.psnh.com
Yankee Gas Service Company (Yankee Gas)
P.O. Box 2249
Hartford CT 06145
Web: www. yankeegas.com 104
MISH-MASH OF STUFF -- IT TOOK ME TO WMECO: http://www.nu.com
http://www.wmeco.com/electricsafetyworld/index.html
NUCLEAR ENERGY INSTITUTE (NEI)
1776 I Street, N.W., Suite 400
Washington, DC 20006-3708
(202) 739-8000
Fax: (202) 785-4019
E-Mail: publications@nei.org
Web: www.nei.org
The nuclear energy industrys Washington-based policy
organization.
Provides a variety of publications on nuclear energy issues,
including the benefits of electricity generated by nuclear power,
public opinion data on nuclear energy, and statistical data on
nuclear energy. Complimentary packets of material on nuclear energy
are available for students and teachers. For more information,
contact the NEI Publications Office. 105
NUCLEAR INFORMATION AND RESOURCE SERVICE
(NIRS)
6930 Carroll Avenue, Suite 340
Takoma Park, MD 20912
(301) 270-6477
Fax: (301) 270-4291
E-Mail: nirsnet@nirs.org
Web: www.nirs.org
A nonprofit information and networking center for citizens and
environmental organizations concerned about nuclear power,
radioactive waste, radiation, and sustainable energy issues.
Furnishes fact sheets on nuclear waste, safety, general information,
and alternative energy. Single copies are available. The NIRS Energy
Audit Manual: How to Audit Campus & City Buildings is available
for postage and handling; includes chapters on lighting efficiency,
heating, and air conditioning designed to help students calculate
energy and cost savings for their school (high school and above).
Current information on the nuclear industry and events is available,
as well as a catalog of related articles. 106
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OFFSHORE ENERGY CENTER
200 North Dairy Ashford, Suite 6220
Houston, TX. 77079
(281) 679-8040
Fax: (281) 544-2441
E-Mail: oeceducation@aol.com
Web: www.oceanstaroec.com
The Offshore Energy Center is a nonprofit organization dedicated
to expanding the awareness of the vast energy resources beneath
the worlds oceans and to chronicling the unique heritage and
technological accomplishments of the industry that discovers,
produces, and delivers these resources in a safe and
environmentally responsible way. The Offshore Energy Center is
committed to providing education about the offshore energy
industry through education outreach programs, chronicling
offshore history, and operating the:
Ocean Star Offshore Drilling Rig and Museum
Pier 19
Galveston, TX
(409) 766-STAR
Fax: (409) 766-1242
E-Mail: osmuseum@aol.com
The Ocean Star is a retired offshore jack up rig that has been
refurbished as a museum, enabling visitors to tour three floors of
more than 70 models, interactive displays, and imaginative
exhibits telling the amazing story of the offshore oil and gas
industry. While enjoying the comfort, ambiance and accessibility of
a quality museum, the Ocean Star offers the unique opportunity to
learn about the inner workings of an offshore rig through viewing
educational exhibits about the sciences and technology involved
in the offshore industry. Group tour discounts are available. For
Grades 312 student field trips, a selection of educational
presentations aligned to the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills
(TEKS) about various offshore topics are available. Through an
active weekend schedule, the museum offers a Guest Speakers
Series on the first Saturday of the month, followed by its Family
Day Program on the second Saturday of the month, Boy and Girl
Scout Badge Days on the third Saturday of the month, and an
Overnight Program on the 4th weekend of the month. The museum is
open daily 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Closed Thanksgiving and Christmas.
Through its education outreach program, the Offshore Energy
Center offers a wide array of energy education for teachers and
students in Grades K12. Teacher workshops are offered for Project
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E3: Expanding Energy Education, the Knowledge Box, and the
Playing with Petroleum Kit. Aligned with National Education
Standards and designed for Grades K12, Project E3: Expanding
Energy Education is a multi-disciplined, hands-on discovery
curriculum of 24 activities based on energy-related themes. The
Knowledge Box, a classroom exhibit showcasing the many aspects
of the oil and gas industry through interactive lessons and hands-
on activities, is available free on loan for Grades 612 teachers who
have completed the Project E3 training. The Playing with Petroleum
Kit, a classroom exhibit of age-appropriate materials and hands-on
activities about energy for Grades K5, is available free on loan to
teachers who have completed the Project E3 training. The Science of
Offshore Drilling: Earths Energy, a student curriculum designed to
introduce students in Grades 512 to the scope of science associated
with offshore energy is available for classroom use through the
Houston Chronicles Chronicle in Education Program. 107
OHIO ENERGY PROJECT (OEP)
670 Enterprise Drive, Suite A
Lewis Center, OH 43035
(614) 785-1717
Fax: (614) 785-1731
E-Mail: oep@ohioenergy.org
Web: www.ohioenergy.org
A nonprofit energy education organization whose mission is to
promote an energy-educated society and to facilitate youth
leadership through effective partnerships with schools, businesses,
government, and communities. OEP provides the complete energy
education picture through hands-on, minds-on activities for
teachers and students.
With a philosophy of Kids Teaching Kids, OEP facilitates
workshops for elementary and middle school students led by high
school student teams. These workshops focus on current,
interdisciplinary, unbiased energy information and hands-on,
authentic activities. Other workshop opportunities include: teacher
professional development workshops including four-day Energy
Sources Tours of Ohios energy sites; customized energy education
programs featuring the science of energy; and new activities
covering fuel cells and solar and nuclear energy.
An affiliate of the National Energy Education Development (NEED)
Project, OEP offers a free partnership for Ohio educators. This
partnership provides energy education materials, access to most
workshops, and periodic updates on OEP information. 108
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OHIO OIL & GAS ENERGY EDUCATION PROGRAM
(OOGEEP)
1718 Columbus Road, S.W.
P.O. Box 187
Granville, OH 43023-0535
(740) 587-0444
Fax: (740) 587-0446
E-Mail: rreda@ooga.org
Web: www.oogeep.org
The Ohio Oil and Gas Energy Education Program (OOGEEP) is a
nonprofit educational program funded by Ohios oil and gas
producers and royalty owners through a voluntary assessment on
all crude oil and natural gas produced in Ohio.
OOGEEP offers the following materials: Educational posters
Productions of Oil and Gas, an Ohio Oil and Gas Activity Map and
Information, and a safety poster; educational packets, including
hands-on activities; puzzles; free teacher workshop materials;
Science Fair information; and videos. For information on these
materials, go to www.oogeep.org/EdMaterials/default.htm. 109
OKLAHOMA ENERGY RESOURCES BOARD
3555 N.W. 58th, Suite 430
Oklahoma City, OK 73112
(800) 664-1301
(405) 942-5323
Fax: (405) 942-3435
Web: www.oerb.com
An oil and natural gas industry-funded state agency dedicated to
energy education and restoring environmentally damaged, orphaned
and abandoned oil and natural gas production and exploration sites.
Provides to Oklahoma educators, free of charge, the following:
teachers guides with classroom activities for Fossils to Fuel and
Petro Active, two science-based energy curriculum units for
elementary and middle schools. Core Energy high school curriculum
offers teachers guides covering the disciplines of math, science,
social studies and language arts. Also sponsors one-day training in
the use of the curricula and reimburses school districts for
substitute pay during workshops. Offers, free of charge, a statewide
coordinated program entitled Petro Pros (Petroleum Professionals
in the Classroom). This interactive hands-on program is presented
by oil and natural gas industry volunteers who bring energy facts to
the classroom in 45-minute presentations.
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Also free of charge is an oil field safety video, Whats the Risk?,
available in VHS and DVD format. Geared toward elementary and
middle school students, the video explains the dangers of playing
around oil field equipment. It features extreme stunts by BMX and
skateboard riders. Whats the Risk? safety folders, which include
tips on well site safety, are available for classroom use.
The Energy Behind Finding Energy, a two-part video that explains
the various stages of petroleum production, is free to educators.
Produced in conjunction with Marathon Oil, the video includes
information on exploration, drilling, extraction and refining. Copies
are available in VHS and DVD format. 110
OMAHA PUBLIC POWER DISTRICT
Consumer Relations Department
444 South 16th Street, 3E/EP1
Omaha, NE 68102-2247
(402) 636-3751
Fax: (402) 636-3922
E-Mail: sjefferson@oppd.com
Web: www.oppd.com
A public utility serving the electric needs of customers in eastern
Nebraska.
Provides educational services free of charge to schools in the
utilitys service area. Services include classroom programs and
speakers, career planning information, films/videos, tours of power
plants and other facilities, and literature for students and teachers in
all grades. Also provides information on Omaha Public Power
Districts Buddy Alert and Safetysaurus Programs. All materials are
available upon request. 111
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PACIFIC GAS & ELECTRIC COMPANY (PG&E)
Customer Energy Management Department
245 Market Street, Room1017D, Mail Code N6G
P.O. Box 770000
San Francisco, CA 94177
(415) 972-5416
Fax: (415) 973-4961
E-Mail: PMW2@pge.com
Web: www.pge.com
An investor-owned utility serving more than four million
residential customers.
Provides the Energenius Educational Series, several complete
curriculum programs focusing on energy efficiency and gas and
electric safety education for kindergarten through grade 8.
Curriculum materials are provided at no cost to schools within the
service territory. Energenius Educational Series comes complete
with teacher curriculum guide and student activities for each
student. The core of the series consists of multi-lesson classroom
programs designed to engage students in active, age-appropriate
learning and to relate to pace-setting curriculum standards such as
those of the California Content Standards. Games and activities can
be used inside or outside the classroom and involve both young
people and their families. Order materials by going to PG&Es
website and click on the icon for teachers. 112
PEPCO
701 Ninth Street, N.W.
Washington, DC 20068
(202) 833-7500
Web: www.pepco.com
Pepco is a regulated electric utility that provides transmission and
distribution services and is a wholly owned subsidiary of Pepco
Holdings, Inc. Pepco delivers electricity at regulated rates to more
than 700,000 customers in Washington, DC, and major portions of
Prince Georges and Montgomery counties in suburban Maryland.
Provides speakers for classroom presentations on the importance of
electricity, electricity as an energy resource, electric safety, how
electricity is delivered to homes, transmission and distribution lines,
and energy management to schools in Pepcos service area. Pepcos
website www.pepco.com provides a wealth of information and
customer services online. A popular feature is Megawatt U, a fun
site that teaches children about electricity and electrical safety.
Theres even a section with safety tips for adults. 113
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POLYSTYRENE PACKAGING COUNCIL (PSPC)
1300 Wilson Boulevard
Arlington, VA 22209
(703) 741-5649
Fax: (703) 741-5651
Web: www.polystyrene.org
The Polystyrene Packaging Council (PSPC) is a business unit of
the American Plastics Council. PSPC represents the major resin
suppliers of polystyrene and the fabricator companies that use the
resin to manufacture polystyrene products. Working in concert
with its global partners, the PSPCs mission is to promote and
defend the polystyrene industry by providing a forum to address
issues of importance to the industry; to keep markets free by
eliminating or amending anti-PS legislation/regulation; and to serve
as the industrys voice to select audiences and the general public.
Offers general information brochures on polystyrene and solid
waste management, which are available online at
www.polystyrene.org. 114
PROPANE EDUCATION & RESEARCH COUNCIL
(PERC)
1140 Connecticut Ave., NW, Suite 1075
Washington, DC 20036
(202) 452-8975
Fax: (202) 452-9054
Web: www.usepropane.com
The purpose of the Propane Education & Research Council is to
promote the safe, efficient use of propane as a preferred energy
source. With the passing of the Propane Education and Research
Act (PERA) in 1996 by Congress, the industry conducted a
referendum among propane producers and marketers, who
overwhelmingly approved the formation of the Council. Through
the Council, the propane industry is committed to improve
consumer and employee safety, to fund research and development
of new and more efficient propane equipment, and to expand
public awareness of propane and its many uses and environmental
advantages. The direction of the Council is guided by several
documents, including the Propane Education and Research Act,
the Councils Policies, Rules, and Procedures, By-laws, and
Strategic Plans. These documents and all Council documents are
located in the Resource Library, at www.propanecouncil.org. You
can also visit www.usepropane.com for information on the many
uses of propane.
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PERC develops a wide-range of materials for propane customers.
Samples of the materials PERC produces are available for teachers to
use. Teachers can learn more at www.propanecatalog.com.
Materials that may be of particular interest to educators are: Play it
Safe Around Propane coloring book (item #0090), Be safe by Being
Careful with your LP-Gas brochure (item #0008), Safety Tips for
Users of Small Propane Cylinders brochure (item #0007), Hows
Your Nose brochure (item #003120), Safe Grilling Tips bill stuffer
(item #008501), Propane and Your Home: Understanding Propane
Prices and Tips to Lower Your Energy Costs brochure (item # 8005),
and 2005 Consumer brochure (item #008014). 115
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