Useful websites
Quick links to useful sites about STEM, solar and energy.
Websites by topic
Expand the topics below for websites that support your learning outcomes for each.
Solar Schools is a sign up programme that provides access to hands-on STEM education through unit plans, lesson plans and student activities centred around energy efficiency.
Helpful information on renewable energy (solar, wind and hydro etc) including podcasts and article links. Information is up to date but based on American data and research.
Energy Efficiency and Conservation Authority (EECA) Energy Wise
NZ based website with useful information around climate change up to date research. Helpful tips to live a lower carbon lifestyle including the use of solar energy and easy switch out appliances.
A useful tool to help you calculate your carbon footprint and suggestions to help lower your usage.
Youtube: Sustainable Building Design in New Zealand
A sophisticated video series of NZ homes that are sustainably built. Focussing on building with sustainable materials and utilising renewable energy.
Smarter Homes New Zealand Design Guide
Smart guides, advice and information on more sustainable housing. Resources around energy efficient appliances, solar, wind and hydro power and materials.
New Zealand Government Climate Change
Information about the long term climate change outcomes for NZ and how these will be achieved. Helpful information focussed on what individuals and whānau can do in support as well as up to date acts, policy and government regulations.
New Zealand Herald Big Read Series: Climate Change
An interesting read and video with Jacinda Ardern, centred around New Zealand’s role in fighting climate change (2018).
Resources
Curriculum aligned resources for Years 1-12.
Maker projects
Hands-on learning through making and doing.
Online games
Fun learning opportunities for students to learn through gamification.
