e n e r g y

grades 4 - 8   |   grades 9 - 12   |   energy efficiency

grades 4 - 8 *

e n e r g y   m e g a s i t e s most web sites for this age group are general in nature, covering all areas of energy production students of all ages can benefit from looking at these selections first for an easy introduction to a large field of study   eia kid's page   the eia produces this colorful site for children   a cartoon "energy ant" guides children through easy-to-read       pages of energy history, explanations, fun facts, and an energy       quiz   all links go to other government sites for children   energy quest   from the California Energy Commission, this is the best children       site   very colorful   an "energy quest" highway filled with child-drawn icons will take       students to well-designed and easy navigated pages that       explain all areas of energy production   pictures appear on every page, along with a useful "here's what       we learned" checklist at the end of every chapter   kid's tips, discussions of energy safety, scientists" biographies       and facs help round out this excellent site   fact monster   offered by Information Please   this colorful, friendly web site is a great homework helper   subjects are clearly marked for easy reference   a search engine is included   many links are from encyclopedias   the why files   attempts to "remove the mystery from sciecne"   through the use of news and current events   target audience of grades 5 to 12   this site is not as kid-friendly as the previous site   but is current - written in response to current headlines   topics of international interest are explained in ordinary terms   science, health, the environment, and technology are the areas       the Why Files cover   click on "archives" the "energy" if you want to find out the       prices of oil, global warming, and photovoltaic energy   a serch engine is included * selected from netconnect Summer 2001 - p23

grades 9 - 12 *

e n e r g y   m e g a s i t e s most web sites for this age group are general in nature, covering all areas of energy production students of all ages can benefit from looking at these selections first for an easy introduction to a large field of study   britannica.com   offers a comprehensive look at energy   lists also internet links   provides current EB articles; current events articles   energy.gov   = the best source on the many types of energy available   = a one-stop reference with multiple sections under each major       headings, from biomass to natural gas to solar   provides a search engines   be sure to click on "sources and production" for the       comprehensive engergy listing   librarythinkquest.org   = a collaborative effort of students, teachers, and experts   to use the internet to research and publish findings   students teach other students!   thinkquest pages come from competitions that result in       moniored, well-researched offerings   "energy matters" = the winner of a 1998 competition which       includes the types and uses of energy, along with an       interactive game s p e c i f i c   t y p e s   of   e n e r g y government agencies and associations promoting industry products, display most sites on specific sources of energy however, some are better than others   american bioenergy association   biomas = plant material, poultry litter, industrial waste that can       be recycled into usable energy   the mission of the association is to build support for what it       believes is a less polluting form of energy   american nuclear society   = run by an independent group of nuclear professionals   glossary section is excellent   the brochure section offers fascinating titles in pdf   personal radiation dose chart and how nuclear science and       technology are crucial to sustainable development   american solar energy society   supplies one of the few sites solely devoted to solar energy       issues   fossil fuels   the department of energy does an excellent job of explaining       the historic importance and continued use of fossil fuels   includes "for students and teachers educational activities"   international atomic energy agency   = an independent organization of the UN   promotes nuclear cooperation   developed safety standards and advertises achievements   this site is for the serious student   international geothermal association   wants to educate people to the benefits of the largely untapped       potential of energy from the earth's inner heat   give a good overview of geothermal energy and how it can be       harnessed   national hydropower association   = dedicated to the advancement of hydropower as a clean       alternative to fossil fuel   the "hydro facts" section offers clear information on the       history of water power, its benefits and environmental       advantages   wind energy program   developed this site to explain and promote the future of wind       power   = the best of wind energy sites   most others are rather technical or in business to selling       turbines   students will find out how wind turbines work   basic energy facts   discover how rural areas in particular can best benefit from       wind energy a l t e r n a t i v e   v i e w s from global warming to the denial of pollution from fossil fuels   environmental protection agency   provides articles on oil spills, acid rain and hazardous wastes   greenpeace.org/international   greenpeace takes on global warming and tels what our       responsibility is * selected from netconnect Summer 2001 - p24

energy efficiency *

american council for an energy-efficient economy   is a nonprofit organization   click on energy policy and compare it to the government's       national energy policy   consumers should click on consumer guide to home       energy savings and cost of each appliance   energy efficiency and renewable energy   quick resources: home energy checklist for action: frequently asked questions how to choose a contractor   the consumer guide: condensed online version   these tips will help you find energy-saving products       and show you how to use them most effectively   To learn more, buy the book from the aceee bookstore   efficient driving   greenercars.com the online home of the aceee's green       book online   scores and ranks all cars, trucks, minivans, and suvs on       the market according to environmental friendliness   learn which vehicles are this year's "greenest" and "meanest,"       as well as how to shop for a green vehicle   driving green tips for efficient driving and maintenance practice       at greenercars.com   learn about: tax incentives | federal incentives | state       incentives   energy fundation   our mission is to advance energy efficiency and renewable       energy new technologies that are essential components       of a clean energy future   our primary role is as a grantmaker, providing resources       to the institutions that most effectively leverage change   when we see an unmet need we also take direct initiatives,       commission papers, or convene meetings

alternate sites

pbs frontline: "blackout"   sf gate: news: special:   an excellent example of california's energy crisis   although not updated it is still a good source for new in that field   university of california energy institute   offical site of an academic research group dealing with virtually       all sectors of energy issues   provides links to major universities conducting similar       scientific research   energyideas.org   home energy   home energy saver   this site is for those who are uncertain about how to address       questions of home energy consumption   alliance to save energy   = a coalition of business, government, environmental, and       consumer leaders with the middle-of-the-road stance   cato institute:   = espouses a more libertarian, free-market perspective   it also contains a section on gasoline prices and conservation   public citizen   reflects Ralph Nader's (founder) philosophy * selected from Library Journal September 1, 2001 p38

Wolfhard Touchard, MLS - Reference & Database Librarian Andrews University - August   2006