Share of Electricity Production from Solar
Data, Graphs, and Maps
Grades6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12Science, Geography, Mathematics
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What it is
- In this data resource from Our World in Data, students can explore an interactive map, graph, and table to see what percentage of each country's electricity production comes from solar energy.
- Students can toggle between the three visualizations and see a time-lapse of the data from 1985 to a recent year.
Teaching tips
Positives
- The interface is user-friendly, and students can easily manipulate the visualizations to see data that is relevant to them.
- Students can easily find data for the country and time period of study.
Prerequisites
- Students should understand how solar energy is produced.
- It may benefit students to understand that solar is a renewable source and how it compares to the use of fossil fuels.
Differentiation & Implementation
- Students can use this resource in conjunction with Utility-Scale Solar Photovoltaics to discuss the emissions reduction potential for large-scale solar power.
- Using the map to compare the production of solar in different places, students can discuss the obstacles to implementing solar, and debate whether solar is feasible in all places.
- To make career connections, students can read this article describing the work of a Solar Company Founder.
From the scientist review
This resource shows electricity production from solar in different countries from 1985 to the present. The method used is relevant and suitable for teaching.
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