This collection is a great place to start if you are looking to learn more about the basics of clean energy technologies or teach these topics to K-12 students. Explore our list of K-12 Energy Curricula Resources and the resources contained in our Clean Energy Basics collection, or search the table below to find the specific resources you need.
Learn & Teach Resource Database
| Resource | Source and Description | Audience | Topic | Type | Additional Tags | File |
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| Energy Saver 101 - Home Energy Audits |
This infographic explains the steps of a professional energy audit. |
Factsheet |
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| Energy Savings Potential State Fact Sheets |
These factsheets present the potential for economic, energy and utility bill savings for each state, as well as a list of the top ten energy savings home improvements. |
Factsheet Map |
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| Housing & Energy |
A collection of resources related to healthy homes, indoor air quality, moisture control, weatherization, energy efficiency and more |
Report Factsheet Guide or Toolkit |
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| How Do Wind Turbines Work? |
Learn more about the different types of wind turbines, and explore an interactive animation explaining the mechanics of wind turbines. |
General |
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| IEEFA Research Topics |
Find IEEFA research and reports listed by topic, region or by energy company. |
Report |
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| Indoor Air Quality |
This 3-page fact sheet provides introductory information on the main characteristics of indoor air quality. |
Factsheet |
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| Lighting Your House |
A 2-page factsheet explaining the potential savings of switching to LED light bulbs in the home, with tips for selecting the right bulbs |
Factsheet |
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| Living Comfortably: A Consumer's Guide to Home Energy Upgrades |
This guide from the Department of Energy serves as a starting place for consumers seeking to learn the basics of air sealing, insulation, appliance energy usage and choosing a professional energy auditor. |
Guide or Toolkit |
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| Lowering Your Electric Bill |
Blog by Advanced Energy including a breakdown of typical home energy use, as well as the most effective low- and high-cost improvements |
General |
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| Microhydro Equipment & Design |
This article from issue #181 of Home Power Magazine covers the process of installing a microhydropower system, from the intake to power electronics. |
Guide or Toolkit |
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