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Teachers & Students
KIDS! Explore the world of power generation and how it affects you and the environment.
While energy generation is necessary, it can have negative side effects on ecosystems and lead to water and air pollution.
Mouse over images in the graphic below to choose a section of links to explore further.
TEACHERS - Links to classroom activities, age-specific curriculum and lesson plans, fun facts and potential funding sources are just a click away.
Quick Facts!
What YOU can do at Home |
Turn off your computer AND computer monitor when not in use |
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Replace the incandescent light bulbs in your house with compact fluorescent light bulbs - they use about 40% less electricity |
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Conserve water & whenever possible USE COLD water, NOT HOT |
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Air Pollution Links
- Adirondack Lakes Survey Corporation (ALSC)
A not-for-profit corporation established in 1984. ALSC's Adirondack Long Term Monitoring program (ALTM) samples 52 lakes monthly and 3 streams weekly, and analyzes for 21 chemical parameters. Available are ALTM data, as well as fisheries and chemistry data collected during the 1984-1987 Adirondack Lakes Survey (ALS), and Acid Rain and the Adirondacks: A Research Summary.
- Air Pollution: What's the Solution?
An educational project for students, grades 6-12, that uses online real-time data to guide student discovery of the science behind the causes and effects of ground-level ozone.
- Environment Canada - The Green Lane: Acid Rain
Acid rain page from Canada's federal environmental agency.
- National Atmospheric Deposition Program (NADP) Homepage
A nationwide network of precipitation monitoring sites. The network is a cooperative effort between many different groups, including the State Agricultural Experiment Stations, U.S. Geological Survey, U.S. Department of Agriculture, and numerous other governmental and private entities.
- National Library of Medicine: Tox Town
World's largest medical library provides a fun, interactive guide to toxic chemicals and environmental health risks you might encounter in everyday life and in everyday places.
- National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Homepage
NOAA conducts research and gathers data about oceans, atmosphere, space, Sun, and climate change.
- New York State (NYS) Deptartment of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Acid Rain Atmospheric Deposition Site
Branch of NYS DEC that focuses on issues of air quality and air pollution.
- North American Research Strategy for Tropospheric Ozone (NARSTO) Homepage
A public/private partnership, whose membership spans government, the utilities, industry, and academe throughout Mexico, the United States, and Canada. Its primary mission is to coordinate and enhance policy-relevant scientific research and assessment of tropospheric pollution behavior. Its activities provide input for science-based decision making and determination of workable, efficient, and effective strategies for local and regional air-pollution management.
- U.S. EPA - Acid Rain Student Site
U.S. EPA acid rain page.
- U.S. EPA - Clean Air Markets Program
US EPA site on air pollution, with information on acid rain.
- U.S. EPA - Clean Air Status and Trends Network (CASTNET)
US EPA website on air pollution.
- U.S. EPA - Pollution Prevention Projects and Programs
U.S. EPA site for pollution prevention programs
- U.S. EPA - Site for Elementary & Middle School Students
EPA website for students in elementary and middle-school.
- U.S. EPA - Site for High School Students
EPA website for high-school students
- Windpower.org - Wind with Miller
This website offers a thorough introduction to wind power. It is designed for students age 12-14 and up. A teacher guide is available on the site to accompany the student pages.
Ecosystems Links
- Adirondack Cooperative Loon Program
A collaborative research and education effort studying the natural history of the Common Loon (Gavia immer) and the effects of contaminants and human interactions on the loon population in the Adirondack Park. Become a virtual scientist and learn why loons migrate and discover unique facts about the life cycle of common loons.
- Adirondack Lakes Survey Corporation (ALSC)
A not-for-profit corporation established in 1984. ALSC's Adirondack Long Term Monitoring program (ALTM) samples 52 lakes monthly and 3 streams weekly, and analyzes for 21 chemical parameters. Available are ALTM data, as well as fisheries and chemistry data collected during the 1984-1987 Adirondack Lakes Survey (ALS), and Acid Rain and the Adirondacks: A Research Summary.
- Institute of Ecosystem Studies (IES)
IES is dedicated to the creation, dissemination and application of knowledge about ecological systems. This knowledge is created through scientific research, disseminated through teaching, writing, and exhibits, and applied through participation in decision-making.
- National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Homepage
NOAA conducts research and gathers data about oceans, atmosphere, space, Sun, and climate change.
- The Natural History Museum of the Adirondacks - Adirondack Science Online
The online base camp of the Natural History Museum of the Adirondacks. Allows visitors to participate in science programs involving the natural condition of the Adirondack Mountains.
- New York State Adirondack Park Agency (APA) Homepage
The APAs mission is to develop long-range land use plans for both public and private lands within the Adirondack Park.
- New York State Dept. of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Homepage
New York State agency that monitors and protects the state's natural resources.
- Planetpals.com
Interactive website designed to help parents educate their children to care about the earth, its natural resources, and issues such as clouds, energy and water.
- U.S. EPA - Site for Elementary & Middle School Students
EPA website for students in elementary and middle-school.
- U.S. EPA - Site for High School Students
EPA website for high-school students
- U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Homepage
The US Fish & Wildlife Service works to conserve, protect and enhance fish, wildlife, and plants and their habitats.
- U.S. Geological Survey - The Learning Web
Agency of the U.S. Department of the Interior whose focus is on natural resources and land use.
Energy Links
- Department of Energy - Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EERE) - Dr. E's Energy Lab
Energy efficiency and renewable energy for kids. Dr. E's lab is a fun way to learn about energy conservation and alternative energy resources.
- Department of Energy - Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EERE) Network - Rebuild America - Energy Smart Schools
A network of hundreds of community-based partnerships that are saving energy, improving building performance, easing air pollution through reduced energy demand, and enhancing the quality of life through energy efficiency and renewable energy technologies.
- Department of Energy - Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EERE) Network - Roofus' Solar and Efficient Neighborhood
Kid-friendly U.S. Department of Energy page on energy efficiency, renewable energy, and alternative energy resources.
- Department of Energy - Energy Information Administration Kid's Page
A program of the U.S. Department of Energy that provides energy information and statistics.
- Department of Energy - Students and Kids Page
A kid-friendly portal to the U.S. Department of Energy's science and education resources.
- Department of Energy - Educators Page
Age-grade and subject matter resources for "energy" to help point students along the path of learning.
- EnergyHog.com
An interactive kid-friendly website that offers educational resources to eachers and uses an
online video game to educate visitors about energy efficiency.
- Leonardo Academy Inc. - Cleaner and Greener Environment Program
A nonprofit organization helping individuals, organizations, and businesses have a direct impact on reducing pollution.
- National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Homepage
NOAA conducts research and gathers data about oceans, atmosphere, space, Sun, and climate change.
- National Energy Education Development Project (NEED)
The NEED Project promotes energy conscience and an educated society by creating effective networks of students, educators, and business, government, and community leaders to design and deliver objective, multi-sided energy education programs.
- National Energy Foundation (NEF)
A nonprofit educational organization and national leader in teacher training, student programs, instructional material, development and distribution. Cooperative partnerships with sponsoring businesses, government agencies, and the education community provide continued support for programs and services.
- National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) - Education Programs
NREL's mission focuses on developing and advancing renewable energy and energy-efficiency technologies. Programs are directed toward students and teachers.
- New York State Energy Facts
Energy statistics compiled by the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority
- New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) & Public Service Commission - New York Energy Smart Homepage
Supports public benefit programs and provides energy-efficiency services, including those directed at the low-income sector, research and development, and environmental protection activities.
- NYSERDA Schools Programs Listing of NYSERDA programs available to schools, including incentive programs for energy efficiency, and energy education training programs for teachers.
- U.S Energy Facts
Energy Information Administration statistics on energy use for the United States
- U.S. EPA - Pollution Prevention Projects and Programs
U.S. EPA site for pollution prevention programs
- U.S. EPA - Site for High School Students
EPA website for high-school students
- U.S. Geological Survey - The Learning Web
Agency of the U.S. Department of the Interior whose focus is on natural resources and land use.
- Windpower.org - Wind with Miller
This website offers a thorough introduction to wind power. It is designed for students age 12–14 and up. A teacher guide is available on the site to accompany the student pages.
Teachers Links
- Adirondack Cooperative Loon Program
Through Science on the Fly!, middle school students explore the scientific process and the fascinating world of the aquatic environment using the common loon as an educational tool. Science on the Fly! meets New York State and National Science Learning Standards in many subjects, including science; mathematics; analysis, inquiry, and design; and information systems.
- Alliance to Save Energy: Energy Efficiency in Schools
Nonprofit coalition of business, government, environmental, and consumer leaders promoting energy efficiency worldwide to achieve a healthier economy, a cleaner environment and energy security.
- Alliance to Save Energy: Teacher Page
Nonprofit coalition of business, government, environmental, and consumer leaders promoting energy efficiency worldwide to achieve a healthier economy, a cleaner environment and energy security. Site offers lesson plans, how to start a green schools program in your school, student newsletter.
- Educational Development Specialists: Think Earth Environmental Education Program
A consulting firm that specializes in helping clients design, develop, and distribute educational curricula, programs, and materials.
- EE-Link Environmental Education Grants Resources
A listing of various organizations that provide grants for environmental education projects.
- Engineering Planet
A teacher- and student- friendly resource. The site is designed to improve
technology literacy in K-12 learning communities through technology literacy
lessons, teacher resources, and direct connections to faculty-based research.
- Federal Resources for Educational Excellence
U.S. government program providing resources for educational excellence.
- Get Energy Smart: Energy Efficiency in Your School
A NYS energy education program for K-12 teachers sponsored by the New York Energy $martSM Program.
- KidWind Project
The KidWind Project is a team of teachers, students, engineers and practitioners exploring the science behind wind energy in classrooms around the U.S. The website offers information on wind energy as well as class projects and labs.
- National Energy Foundation (NEF)
A nonprofit educational organization and national leader in teacher training, student programs, instructional material, development and distribution. Cooperative partnerships with sponsoring businesses, government agencies, and the education community provide continued support for programs and services.
- North American Association for Environmental Education (NAAEE)
NAAEE provides support for environmental education and educators through a variety of programs and activities. Site includes website for teachers and students for environmental education, links to other resources, federal projects and programs, different features every month, and conference notices.
- SchoolPower...Naturally
An innovative education program from NYSERDA showing the role photovoltaics (PV) can play in providing clean energy for our homes, schools and workplaces. School curricula on solar PV and real-time data from 50 New York schools that have solar PV installed are available through the site.
- Urban Options Inc. Sustainability Education Handbook
A nonprofit community agency that provides energy and environmental information and services. Urban Options seeks to improve the environmental quality of urban spaces through educational programs and demonstrations of practical and healthful home and yard improvements.
- U.S. EPA - Environmental Education
U.S. EPA education page.
- U.S. EPA - Environmental Education Grant Program
The EPA awards grants for environmental education programs and efforts.
- U. S. EPA - Teacher Website
EPA website for teachers
- U.S. Geological Survey: The Learning Web
U.S. Department of the Interior agency that focuses on natural resources and land use.
Water Pollution Links
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