Energy and Mines 10, 20, 30
Examine alternative energy sources used in electrical generation.
Indicators for this outcome
| (a) | Identify the historical uses of wind energy. |
| (b) | Explore the technologies developed worldwide to harness wind energy to generate electricity. |
| (c) | Assess regions in Saskatchewan and Canada that have potential for wind electrical generation. |
| (d) | Outline the advantages and disadvantages of wind power as a source of electricity. |
| (e) | Explain how photocells are made and operate. |
| (f) | Identify regions in Saskatchewan and Canada with potential for solar electrical generation. |
| (g) | Explore the impact of Saskatchewan’s winter climate on alternative energy equipment and ability to produce electricity. |
| (h) | Investigate examples of solar and hydro power in Saskatchewan. |
| (i) | Assess the advantages and disadvantages of solar and hydro power as a source of electricity. |
| (j) | Investigate the use of tidal power as an energy source in other parts of the world. |
| (k) | Assess the advantages and disadvantages of electrochemical power generation and energy storage technology (e.g., electrochemical and pumped hydro). |
| (l) | Assess the advantages, disadvantages, status and potential of nuclear, biomass, hydrogen and geothermal power generation in Saskatchewan. |
| (m) | Investigate the potential of co-generation as a supplementary electrical power source. |
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