Energy Education Programs
Here you'll find programs that support energy education in the schools and community.
National and International Programs
Academy of Energy Education
Provides curriculum-enhancing programs that combine the study of science, energy, and math with real-world experience.
DOE Office of Science Education
Provides information about the U.S. Department of Energy's undergraduate internships, teacher fellowship program, faculty and student research teams, laboratory equipment grant program, and the National Science Bowl.
Education Web Sites at DOE Labs and Facilities
Links to all the education programs at U.S. Department of Energy laboratories and facilities.
Energy Quest
A California Energy Commission program that provides a variety of educational resources on energy.
Environmental Issues Education
A Florida Solar Energy Center project to improve science and technology education by providing materials, hands-on activities and background information to teachers who are interested in facilitating learning through the investigation of environmental topics.
Geothermal Education Office
Features educational resources about geothermal energy for students and teachers.
Green Schools
An Alliance to Save Energy program designed to create energy awareness, enhance experiential learning, and reduce energy consumption in K-12 schools.
National Energy Education Development Project
Promotes an energy conscious society by creating effective networks of students, educators, business, government, and community leaders to design and deliver objective, multi-sided energy education programs.
National Energy Foundation (US): Resources for Education
Develops, disseminates, and implements supplementary educational materials, programs, and courses about energy.
National Energy Foundation (UK): Educational Activities
Promotes the efficient innovative and safe use of energy in the United Kingdom and increased public awareness of energy in all its forms.
National Energy Technology Laboratory: Educational Initiatives
The National Energy Technology Laboratory's education Web site, with information on educational resources and activities for students and teachers.
National Fuel Cell Education Program
Educates the public about hydrogen fuel and fuel cells through curriculum, fuel cell kits, a speakers bureau, and more.
National Renewable Energy Laboratory Education Programs
Serves the education and research missions of the Lab and the U.S. Department of Energy through student programs and competitions, teacher programs, undergraduate programs, university partnerships, and educational resources.
National Teacher Enhancement Project
A professional development and leadership initiative, jointly funded and led by the U.S. Department of Energy and the National Science Foundation from 1996-1998, for middle school teachers.
Solar Now, Inc.
Dedicated to promoting education about renewable energy and the environment.
U.S. Regional, State, and Local Programs
Colorado Energy Science Center
Provides curriculum and information about energy use for Colorado educators, as well teacher workshops and contests for students.
Foundation for Water & Energy Education
Provides information regarding the use of water as a renewable energy resource in the Northwest.
Illinois Sustainable Education Project
A free energy and environmental education program for children in K-12 that incorporates all disciplines and learning styles, and promotes leadership and organizational skills.
Maine Energy Education Program
Serves as a catalyst for the expansion and infusion of energy education in Maine within schools, and youth and adult groups.
School Power Naturally
A program from the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) that provides education on the role that solar electric power can play in energy efficient homes, schools, and workplaces.
San Diego City Schools Energy Utility Management
Helps teachers in San Diego, California, integrate lesson plans and student contests about energy and water conservation, as well as photovoltaics, into their classrooms.
Student Energy Education Development
A project in southern New Mexico to expand student energy education and involve students in energy conservation in their schools and homes.
Texas Alternative Energy Curriculum
Encourages educators in Texas to teach students about energy issues and energy conservation and to reach out to their communities through energy-related projects and activities.
Wisconsin K-12 Energy Education Program
Promotes energy education in Wisconsin through innovative public-private partnerships between educators and energy professionals.
