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The
mission of the National Energy
Education Development Project is to promote an energy conscious and educated
society
by creating
effective
networks of students, educators, business, government
and community leaders to design and deliver objective,
multi-sided energy education programs.
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In an effort to provide educators across the country and around the world with NEED materials at the click of a mouse, these guides are available in PDF for download. NEED curriculum guides organized by Grade Level, Subject Matter, and Title are available to make accessing NEED resources even easier. |
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The 2008-2009 Resource Catalog of curriculum materials and kits. |
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2008 NEED Annual Report | Message from the Chairman and Executive Director
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Career Currents – March 2009
This issue focuses on professionals who work in the nuclear energy industry including career interviews with a former Primary Chemistry Manager, SRO from Limerick Generating Station, a Philip D. Reed Senior Fellow for Science and Technology from the Council on Foreign Relations, a Project Manager in Workforce Planning from Dominion Power, and a Visiting Chemistry Professor at Washington and Lee University. |
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Energy Exchange - February 2009
The activities in this issue focus on the science of energy. Primary, elementary and intermediate students explore different aspects of energy and motion. Secondary students discover what variables affect chemical energy transforming into electrical energy. |
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Want to learn more about hydrogen fuel cells and hydrogen vehicles? Join NEED and the U.S. Department of Energy's Hydrogen Program for upcoming H2 Educate Workshops this spring. Locations and registration materials |
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The Appalachian Regional Commission launches a grant program for schools to create renewable energy and energy efficiency programs. To learn more visit the ARC Energy site. |
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NEED is hosting the 2009 Energy Conference for Educators in Nashville, Tennessee, July 19 - 23, 2009. Conference Brochure and online registration are now available. |
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Looking for great energy information for students? NEED partners with the Energy Information Administration to deliver energy content for students, teachers, and parents. Visit the EIA Kid's Page to learn more about energy sources, energy pioneers and energy history. |
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NEED and ConocoPhillips have partnered in 2009 to host 25 workshops in communities across the country. To register for a workshop near you visit the "About the ConocoPhillips Program" section of the NEED website. |
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NEED is pleased to partner with BP for the BP A+ for Energy Program. The program provides $5,000 and $10,000 grants to teachers in California, Texas, Indiana, Ohio, Alabama, Colorado, New Mexico, and South Carolina. To determine eligibility and to apply, visit BP A+ for Energy. |
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Kentucky NEED, in partnership with the Kentucky Department for Energy Development and Independence, is facilitating four regional Energy Management Workshops for Schools on February 24, 26, March 5 and 6. Learn more about the one-day events for teachers and administrators by downloading the conference brochure (pdf). |
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NEED is pleased to launch the TXU Energy Solar Academy with TXU Energy in Texas. The program includes solar installations, classroom kits and curriculum, and teacher training. For more information visit the TXU Energy Solar Academy. |
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The NEED Project supports ENERGY STAR®'s 2008-2009 Change the World, Start with ENERGY STAR® Campaign. Our goal is to encourage at least 1,000 individuals to take the Pledge. Just think, by reaching this goal we will make a significant impact on our environment, preventing 5,198,000 pounds of greenhouse gas emissions. Join us in making a difference, sign the Pledge today!
Download NEED's Change the World Teacher Guide which includes curriculum and activity ideas for implementing the Change the World, Start with ENERGY STAR® Campaign in your classroom and community.
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