Sustainable Engineering and Renewable Energy
Students investigate how modern engineers are tackling environmental challenges using wind, wave, and solar energy. They will explore Ireland's transition to a green energy grid.
About This Topic
Students investigate how modern engineers are tackling environmental challenges using wind, wave, and solar energy. They will explore Ireland's transition to a green energy grid.
Key Questions
- What is sustainable engineering?
- How do wind turbines generate electricity?
- Why is renewable energy important for Ireland's future?
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