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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| Plug-In NC |
Plug-In NC is a statewide program promoting electric driving through education and outreach, consulting and resource development. Visit the website to find electric vehicle (EV) fact sheets, state statutes, available vehicle models, charging station maps and more. |
Factsheet Policy or Regulation Guide or Toolkit Map |
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| NC Project Green |
NC Project Green serves as a tool to share resources for NC agencies and local governments including case studies, Cool Cities resolutions and toolkits, U.S. Mayor's Climate Action Handbook, webinars, meetings, legislation and more. |
Report Policy or Regulation Guide or Toolkit Service |
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| National Energy Education Development Project (NEED) — Educator Curriculum Resources |
Explore energy related curricula by topic and grade level, plus assessment rubrics correlated to Common Core State Standards. Includes interactive maps, presentations, coloring pages and more |
Guide or Toolkit |
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| N.C. Installed Renewable Energy Systems |
A map of installed renewable energy systems across North Carolina |
Map |
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| N.C. Clean Energy by the Numbers |
Snapshot of renewable energy jobs, installations and revenue throughout North Carolina |
Factsheet |
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| Microhydropower Systems |
Learn about the different components and types of turbines used in a microhydro system. |
General |
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| Microhydro Factsheet |
Factsheet explaining microhydropower technology, site assessments, informational resources and western North Carolina installers |
Factsheet Guide or Toolkit |
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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 |
 Download (3.43 MB) |
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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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| 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 |