Posts by Kimberly Swan
Decarbonization
The term “decarbonization” is popping up everywhere. But what does it mean? Decarbonization is a method of climate change mitigation used for removal or reduction of carbon dioxide output into the…
Read MorePECO Summer Internship
You may find yourself asking, what does a day in the life of a NEED and Exelon Foundation STEM Academy scholar look like? Luckily, I am here to help! My…
Read MorePG&E Career Exploration Week
NEED loves creating opportunities for students to work with mentors to learn about exciting careers in energy. In July, we piloted a new model program in two communities called “PG&E…
Read MoreEnergy Education in San Pedro
This past Friday (February 10, 2023), NEED provided an engaging energy education workshop in San Pedro, CA with 33 K-12 classroom teachers and educators from local Boys and Girls Clubs. …
Read More2022 California Science Educator Conference
2022 California Science Education Conference Reflection from a long-time attendee, presenter, and exhibitor. Hooray! Just in time, the return of the annual conference for California Science Educators! After a two-year…
Read MorePG&E Summer High School Fellowship
PG&E Summer Fellowship Program Wraps Up! PG&E and NEED just wrapped up a mostly virtual Summer Fellowship program for twenty high school juniors and seniors from throughout the Pacific Gas…
Read MorePrince of Darkness over Phantom Loads
Blog Series by Jim Brown “Hey! It’s the Energy Guy!” said one of the group of teachers walking out of the building. “My lights are off!” exclaimed another. On another…
Read MoreHave you noticed the increased price of fuel?
Blog Series #2 by Jim Brown As prices for fuel continue to rise, you might begin to look for ways to reduce how many miles you put on your car. …
Read MoreCan You Hear The Electricity?
Blog Series #1 by Jim Brown In early February, one of my teaching colleagues asked if I knew about a particular leaky faucet. I responded yes, and added that a…
Read MorePG&E Virtual Internship Program Wraps Up!
PG&E and NEED just wrapped up the first-ever comprehensive paid “Virtual Internship Program”, with 15 students representing five high schools in four communities. Virtual Interns are Juniors or Seniors…
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