Renewable Energy: Lab Guide
In this lab, students are introduced to renewable energy, where they will learn about the benefits of renewable energy sources in contrast to the dangers of non-renewable energy sources. Students will learn how to build their own solar-powered and wind-powered turbine prototype, while trying to keep their costs as low as possible.
This reflects how today’s engineers work to lower the cost of renewable energy sources in order to make them more appealing to the public.
Lab Intro Videos
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If you've completed the lab intro, you can find additional optional lab extensions beginning at timecode 43:23.
Teacher Guide
Pre-work, instructions and troubleshooting advice.
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Student Workbook
Questions and assessments from the lab presentation.
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Abbreviated Student Worksheet
A worksheet containing major student lab activities.
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Engineer’s Presentation
Full lab presentation presented by our engineers.
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