Educating our Children, and Each Other

An interactive kiosk will be the heart of the educational experience. Centrally located, the kiosk will provide fun learning opportunities for people of all ages.

The kiosk will feature:

• A flat-screen monitor with dedicated computer using colorful graphics to display real time monitoring of system performance, weather data and related information.
• A large, interactive touch screen providing hands-on exploration of the system and sustainable development
• Performance data accessible to the community via the internet
• Printed materials for visitors to take providing practical energy-saving tips, in-depth technical information on renewable energy and sustainability principles.
• Hands-on display materials to make sustainable energy learning understandable and fun
• Permanent and rotating collections

The library will offer quarterly programs for school age children including literacy based presentations and interactive displays demonstrating the power of alternative energy, especially sunlight. Based on environmental and science curriculum standards, the programming will include on-site displays, both permanent and rotating.

Not to be left out, the library will also offer adult and family specific programming to demonstrate sustainable energy practices for the home and other buildings. It will feature library collections, programs and exhibits on topics ranging from tax incentive opportunities to DIY ideas for the garden. This provides an opportunity for parents to learn and discuss energy saving tips with their children.

Curriculum and instructional resources will be gathered and developed for use by area teachers in preparation for educational tours of the initiative at Kress Library. This gives students the ability to interact with system data, see cutting-edge science research and learn about renewable energy technologies, conservation and the natural systems around us.