Overview Page
Glossary of Energy Terms
Syllabus
Unit One:
Exploring Renewable Energy
Goals and Objectives
Discussion 1: Introduction
Readings:
What is Renewable Energy?
Solar
Wind
Hydro
Biomass
Geothermal
Off-grid and Grid-intertied Systems
Quiz 1: Week 1 Readings
Discussion 2: Understanding Renewable Energy
Readings:
Renewable Energy Timeline
Activity:
Over the Years
Discussion
3 : Over the Years Activity
Renewable Energy Use Throughout the World
Wisconsin Energy Statistics
Quiz 2: Wisconsin Energy Statistics
Activity:
EPA Power Profiler
Discussion 4: How Clean is Your
Energy?
Unit Two:
Renewable Energy Use in Your Life
Goals and Objectives
Readings:
Benefits of and Barriers to Renewable Energy
Comparing Renewable and Non-Renewable Energy Costs
Activity:
Calculate the size, cost, and payback of
a PV system to provide 100% of your electrical needs
Survey 1: Calculating Cost of PV
Reading:
Green Energy Programs in Wisconsin
Discussion 5: Green Energy Programs
Unit Three:
Renewable Energy in Your Future
Goals and Objectives
Reading:
Prepare for a Renewable Energy System
Activity: Review Siting Activities
Where the Wind Blows
Using the Shadow Method
Siting for Solar
Discussion 6 : Siting Activities
Activity: Explore
Focus on Energy Renewables website
Survey 2:
Focus on Energy
Reading: Contemplate the
future of renewable energy
Final Assignment
Course Evaluation
