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Micro Wind Turbines

Micro Wind Turbines
Science
Electricity
Grade 9
NL
Micro Wind Turbines

Description

Alternate sources of energy, like micro wind turbines, are important topics to explore as power demands continue to be high and the environment experiences negative impacts. In this lesson, students explore the results of power generation through non-renewable sources like oil, natural gas, coal and analyze alternatives.

Lesson Type: Literacy

Duration: Single Class

Sector: Electricity

Context: Home, School, Community

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