On Aug 14th, 2014, thirteen science teachers attended a workshop titled Exploring the Future of Electricity at the Discovery Place Education Studio in Charlotte, NC. During this daylong workshop, participants learned about the alternative energy sources and emerging technologies that will be needed to meet electricity demand in the 21st century. Participants gained ideas for enhancing the energy literacy of students and received inquiry-based instructional materials aligned with the NC Essential Standards along with classroom supplies.
This workshop was sponsored by UNC-Chapel Hill’s Institute for the Environment with funding provided by the Duke Energy Foundation.