Energy 101: Daylighting | NOAA Climate.gov

Energy 101: Daylighting

This video introduces the concept of daylighting - the use of windows or skylights for natural lighting and temperature regulation - and how it is a building strategy that can save operating costs for homeowners and businesses.

Go To:

http://www.energy.gov/eere/videos/energy-101-daylighting

US Department of Energy

Notes From Our Reviewers

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Teaching Tips

Teaching Tips

An interesting example about reducing the energy demands of buildings.

About the Science

Examines a small but important use of solar energy in buildings for energy efficiency.

The introductory video is not a comprehensive instructional tool.

Passed initial science review - expert science review pending.

About the Pedagogy

A good video to use when talking about energy use in the building sector.

Technical Details

Interesting visuals accompany narration.

Includes closed captioning.

Literacy and Resources

Relation Link:

http://cleanet.org/resources/42751.html

Climate Literacy:

1 a Sunlight warms the planet

Topics:

Efficiency and Conservation

Grade Level:

High School (9-12)

College Upper (15-16)

College Lower (13-14)