Question bank: Innovation and Energy

Technological innovation has been fundamental for the energy transition towards cleaner and renewable sources. Solar energy, for example, is obtained through the conversion of sunlight into electricity and can be captured through photovoltaic panels. Considering that the growth of solar and wind energy is a global trend and that they are renewable sources that help reduce greenhouse gas emissions, what is the scientific principle that explains the generation of energy from solar rays and what is the main environmental advantage of these energy technologies?

Imagine that you and your family are responsible for creating a house of the future, which uses modern and environmentally friendly technologies to generate energy. Think of ideas like solar panels on the roof or wind turbines in the garden! Now, write a short text explaining how the energy would work in the future house you invented. What is the importance of technologies like solar and wind energy for the environment?

Imagine that you are an inventor and have the mission to create a machine that uses wind or solar energy to help your school save electricity. Think about how these energy sources can be utilized in your school, considering where you would place your machine and how it would work. Describe the name of your invention, how it uses wind or solar energy, and explain why it is important to use renewable energy sources like these instead of relying solely on electricity from outlets.

Imagine that you live in a city that receives a lot of sunlight during the day and strong winds almost all the time. The adults in your city are thinking of ways to use this solar and wind energy to help illuminate the streets, houses, and even to power some park toys. Think about how solar and wind energy can be transformed into electricity and tell us, in your own words, what wind energy and solar energy are and how they can be used to make your city a more sustainable place. Remember to also explain why it is important to use clean energy sources, such as the sun and wind, instead of more polluting ones, like coal.

Imagine that you are an inventor and have the mission to think of a new and creative way to generate energy for the school without polluting the air. Write a short text explaining what invention you would create and how it would work, highlighting the importance of using clean energies, such as wind energy (wind) or solar energy (solar) for our planet. Remember to mention why it is important to take care of the air we breathe.