Educational Resources for Students
The U.S. Department of Energy Solar Decathlon is a competition for college students, but solar energy is exciting for kids of all ages! Explore the links below to learn more about solar energy and energy efficiency.
General Information Pages
U.S. Department of Energy
- Science Education — Offers educational program information.
- EERE Kids Saving Energy — Provides a fun way for kids to learn about energy.
Energy Information Administration
- Kids Page — Learn about energy with Energy Ant.
Energy Quest
- Energy Education from the California Energy Commission — Offers lots of cool energy information.
Resources for Elementary School Students
U.S. Department of Energy
- EERE Kids Saving Energy — Provides a fun way for kids to learn about energy.
Bonneville Power Administration
- Saving Energy with Zippie, Splash, and Sam N. — Color pictures and learn about electricity.
Resources for Middle School Students
Energy Information Administration
- Solar Hot Dog Cooker — Make a hot dog cooker from a box, foil, and poster board.
Resources for High School Students
National Renewable Energy Laboratory
- National Junior Solar Sprint — Build and race model solar cars.
Resources for College Students
U.S. Department of Energy
- Building Science Education — Offers university curricula, software tools, and reference materials for students of building sciences.
- Internships and Employment — Learn about internship and entry-level employment opportunities offered by the U.S. Department of Energy.
