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How We Can Tap Into an Unlimited Supply of Geothermal Energy

Provided by: NowThis Earth |Published on: April 27, 2021

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This video from NowThis Earth proposes geothermal energy as a renewable energy source for many locations.
Students learn about geothermal energy, its potential, and how it works.

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Subjects: Physics, Earth and Space Sciences

Authors: NowThis Earth

Region: Global

Languages: English

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Positives

This video is very hopeful and solutions-focused.
Students will also get to know a variety of renewable energy options.

Prerequisites

There may be an ad before the video.
Students should be familiar with the geology of the Earth.

Differentiation & Implementation

Teachers can use this video to further explain Earth’s core to 6-8th graders.
Teachers can ask 9-12th graders to compare and contrast fracking and the harvesting of geothermal energy.
Students can also explore this resource on geothermal energy.
Click here for an e-book on renewable energy sources.

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