ENERGY
Since the onset of the Industrial Revolution, electricity has changed the way we live. A majority of the electricity generated to meet demand comes from nonrenewable resources such as coal, natural gas, and crude oil. These resources are packed with energy but exist in limited amounts. On the flip side, some energy can be generated from renewable resources such as solar, wind, and hydroelectric. These latter sources never run out.
In 2013, 70% of Oregon's net electricity generation was from conventional hydroelectric power plants and other renewable energy resources (source: Oregon Department of Energy). The chart below outlines where most of this net energy is being used:
In 2013, 70% of Oregon's net electricity generation was from conventional hydroelectric power plants and other renewable energy resources (source: Oregon Department of Energy). The chart below outlines where most of this net energy is being used:
In response to rising CO2 levels in the atmosphere and increases in average annual temperatures, Ruch Outdoor Community School generates its energy curriculum on two sources: energy efficiency and renewable energy. We realize the need and urgency to create a more sustainable future with a lower carbon footprint.
Through the Solar Project and the Lightbulb Brigade, students ask essential questions:
~ What is the difference between nonrenewable and renewable energy sources?
~ How can we design buildings to be more energy efficient?
~ Where does our electricity come from and how is it made?
~ How can I reduce my energy consumption in daily choices?
Through the Solar Project and the Lightbulb Brigade, students ask essential questions:
~ What is the difference between nonrenewable and renewable energy sources?
~ How can we design buildings to be more energy efficient?
~ Where does our electricity come from and how is it made?
~ How can I reduce my energy consumption in daily choices?