The future of energy is bright, and so is the future of science education. Renewable technologies are transforming classrooms into exciting laboratories. Students can experiment with solar cells, build wind turbines, and analyze real-world data. It’s a clean, green, and innovative way to learn!
How it Works
The Renewable Energy Box provides a complete understanding of how fuel cell technology interacts with renewable energy sources to create an entirely sustainable power grid. Solar power, wind energy, kinetic energy from a hand crank and a demonstration of the incredible storage potential of a super capacitor. There’s a range of fuel cells to compare: PEM hydrogen fuel cell, the salt water fuel cell and a direct ethanol fuel cell. Countless experiments, so many scientific principles at work and plenty of space for creativity.
What's Included
This Renewable Energy Box provides all of the essentials to explore renewable energy, recommended for grades K-12. The kit contents include: a hand crank generator, ethanol fuel cell module, reversible fuel cell, salt water fuel cell, multi car chassis, Battery pack, LED module, mini fuel cell base, potentiometer, super capacitor, water tank base, solar panel, HYDROSTIK PRO, ressure regulator, mini fuel cell, thermoelectrical system, rotor base, blade holder, assembly lock, main body assembly, variable resister module, base assembly, blade A (3pcs), blade B (3pcs), blade C (3pcs), windpitch post assembly, spanner, screwdriver, water & oxygen tank, water & hydrogen tank, fuel solution container, HYDROSTIK PRO U locker, HYDROSTIK PRO support, a syringe, fuel cell base, multi connection base, solar panel support, heavy fan module, fan module, fan blade, ethanol fuel tank with lid, wires, wheel, purging valve, clamp, PH paper, silicon tubes, red & black pins, fan blade & wheel adapter, windpitch post screws, reversible fuel cell, thermometers, REM USB cable, REM, assembly instructions, and a CD that includes all of the renewable energy curriculum manuals.
Experiments & Activities
Bio-Energy Experiments
- Create electricity from ethanol and water
- Exploring polarity
- Ethanol fuel consumption
- Exploring the effect of varying fuel concentrations
- Create electricity from wine and beer
- Exploring the effects of temperature
Mechanical & Electrical Energy Experiments
- Explore the concept of hand crank energy generation
- Explore the concept of super capacitor energy storage
- Power a fan with electrical energy from the super capacitor
- Power a fan with mechanical energy from the hand crank
Salt Water Energy Experiments
- Create energy from salt water solution and power a fan
- Analyze current and voltage variation using different salt concentrations
- Analyze current and voltage variations using different temperatures
- Analyze current and voltage variations using different fuel volumes
Plus many more, the possiblities are endess!
Prepraing to Teach
Introducing renewable energy education not only fosters understanding of sustainable energy generation but also reinforces fundamental scientific principles. Educators can seamlessly integrate renewable energy kits into their curriculum by starting with basic concepts. Begin by initiating a classroom discussion on the importance of renewable energy and its role in securing a sustainable future.
Next, guide students through the step-by-step instructions included in each kit. This hands-on experience will introduce them to renewable energy technology. By powering these devices, students will witness the practical applications of hydrogen fuel cells and their contribution to sustainable energy solutions.
Additional Online Resources
For those seeking to deepen their comprehension and broaden their experience in the field of clean, renewable energy, here is a collection of helpful resources. These materials are designed to enrich your educational journey, providing invaluable insights for clean energy that has significant environmental benefits.
