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Open To The Public - Information About Renewable Energy

Proceed through the energy units and complete the activities and 
readings along the way. Visit the websites listed for more information. Note: if you take this course for credit, there will be discussions and other assignments that are not available to the public.

Unit 1: Exploring Renewable Energy
     A. What is Renewable Energy?
          ● Solar
          ● Wind
          ● Hydro
          ● Biomass
          ● Geothermal
     B. Off-grid and Grid-intertied Systems
     C. Renewable Energy Timeline
     D. Activity: Over the Years
     E. Renewable Energy Use Throughout the World
     F. Wisconsin Energy Statistics Publication
     G. EPA Power Profiler        

Unit 2: Renewable Energy Use in Your Life
     A. Benefits of and Barriers to Renewable Energy
     B. Comparing Renewable and Non-Renewable Energy Costs
     C. Activity: Calculate the size, cost, and payback of a PV system to
         provide 100% of your electrical needs
     D. Green Energy Programs in Wisconsin

Unit 3: Renewable Energy in Your Future
     A. Prepare for a Renewable Energy System
     B. Siting Activities:
               Where the Wind Blows
               Using the Shadow Method
               Siting for Solar
     C. Activity: Explore the Focus on Energy Renewables website
     D. The Future of Renewable Energy

Glossary - A glossary of energy terms

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