Video Resources - Teaching Science as Inquiry, Energy, and more

Here are some video resources from UH SeaGrant on “Teaching Science as Inquiry”, solar energy and more...

Link to all videow directly at: http://www.vimeo.com/marinescience

Or by island:
Oahu: http://mse.seagrant.soest.hawaii.edu/oahu-lectures
Hawai`i Island: http://mse.seagrant.soest.hawaii.edu/hawaii-island-lectures

A good reason to recycle those energy saving Compact Flourescent Light Bulbs!

Los Angeles Times report

Unrecycled New Light Bulbs Release Mercury into the Environment http://www.latimes.com/business/la-fi-lightbulb-mercury-20110407,0,3406825.storyThe nation’s accelerating shift from incandescent lighting to a new generation of energy-efcient bulbs is raising an environmental concern: the release of tons of mercury every year.The most popular new bulb–the compact fluorescent light bulb, or CFL–accounts for a quarter of new bulb sales. Each contains up to 5 milligrams of mercury, a potent neurotoxin that’s on the worst-offending list of environmental contaminants.Demand for CFL bulbs is growing as government mandates for energy-efficient lighting take effect, yet only about 2% of residential consumers and one-third of businesses recycle the new bulbs, according to the Assn. of Lighting and Mercury Recyclers. As a result, U.S. landfills are releasing more than 4 tons of mercury annually into the atmosphere and storm water runoff, according to a study in the Journal of the Air and Waste Management Assn.http://ow.ly/4w2dZ

"What if... Hawaii Ran Out of Gas?"

Hawaii filmmakers tackle sustainable energy theme in short film competition




Showdown in Chinatown, a short film contest in Honolulu, chooses a sustainable energy theme for its monthly film challenge. Filmmakers have until March 18th to create films with the following elements: Powerless or empowered. What if…Hawaii ran out of gas? Line of dialogue: “Throw me the rope” Props: roller skates and a blender.

This month's contest is sponsored by Blue Planet Foundation.

Films will be shown Saturday, March 19th.
More info: http://showdowninchinatown.com/

Clean Energy and GIS Meet!

GIS to help create a smart grid.

EarthSky.org article at:
http://earthsky.org/human-world/bill-meehan-on-using-gis-to-help-create-a-smart-grid-2

Upcoming Events

Island Energy Inquiry: Professional Development Course for Teachers Grades 5-12

Registration avaiable at: http://www.womenintech.com/workshops.html
Space is Limited!

Oahu - Registration Closed
February 19 & 26, 2011

Kauai
March 14 & 15, 2011

Hawaii Island
March 18 & 19, 2011

Upcountry Sustainability & The Sustainable Living Institute of Maui present: Zero Waste: A Cost Effective and Sustainable Approach for Maui's Future

Jennifer Chirico will present her research on ‘Zero Waste’ and lead a discussion about its possibilities on Maui. The event will be held on January 18, 6pm to 7:30pm, at UH-Maui College, Pilina Building, in the Multi-Purpose Room. The event is free and the public is welcome.

Zero waste programs are the most cost effective ways that local communities can contribute to reducing climate change and the use of landfills, promote local sustainability, protect health, create green jobs, and maximize resources. Zero waste processes guide people in changing their practices to emulate sustainable natural cycles, and create a system where all discarded materials become resources.

Jennifer Chirico is the Executive Director of the Sustainable Living Institute of Maui at UH-Maui College. She is currently completing her PhD in Sustainability, holds a Masters in Environmental Health, and is certified in zero waste. She has been conducting sustainability research for 10 years and providing business consulting to businesses around the world for the last 15 years. For further information, call Melanie at 573-9260

The NEED Project – National Energy Education Development

Great Resource for Teachers!

The mission of the NEED Project is to promote an energy conscious and educated society by creating effective networks of students, educators, business, government and community leaders.

Check out http://www.need.org/

Link to PowerPoints and PDF's for teaching renewable energy concepts!

http://www.need.org/node/156