ST100 ETP - Sustainable Energy Production

Demand for energy is rising all over the world, while fossil fuel resources are dwindling and the climate is being adversely affected. Meanwhile the spectre of climate change is looming.

Science and technology can provide the answer that will be needed to tackle these issues. Today’s students will need a firm grounding in the scientific and engineering principles that underpin these technologies, if they are to contribute to the future of sustainable energy.

The module includes a large selection of practical activities and an exciting Energy Simulator software application.

Topic areas include:

Fossil fuels
Wind
Geothermal
Hydro
Energy in buildings
Solar PV and thermal
Biomass
Nuclear
Fuel cells
The grid

Activities include:

Identify how the majority of global power generation is produced using fossil fuel
Recognize the need for sustainable energy resources
Investigate the science and impact of climate change
Use solar panels to generate electricity
Use a solar furnace to generate steam
Power a Stirling engine using solar energy
Use a wind turbine to generate electricity
Build a model wind farm to power a lighting grid
Devise a plan for using hydro electric power for large scale power generation
Explore how energy from the Earth can be used to generate electricity
Explore nuclear energy, radiation and evaluate risks
Fuel Cells: Use fuel cell technology to extract hydrogen from water
Fuel cells: Use a hydrogen fuel cell system and a range of power plants