2026 National Fuel Energy Education Workshop for Teachers – Buffalo, New York
Date and Location
December 8, 2026
Hyatt Regency Buffalo
Two Fountain Plaza
Buffalo, NY 14202
For The Attendees:
• Hands-on kits and curriculum materials
• A great day of hands-on learning and professional networking
• Breakfast and lunch
• Substitute reimbursement provided
Questions
Contact Wendi Moss at wmoss@need.org or call 1-800-875-5029
Agenda
8:30 a.m. Registration and Breakfast
9:00 a.m. Welcome and expectations.
9:10 a.m. The Science of Energy
Learn more about the forms of energy and energy transformations while exploring the NEED Science of Energy kit.
10:30 a.m. Electric Connections and Natural Gas Story
These quick lessons introduce participants to the terms of renewable and nonrenewable and what energy sources are used in New York to produce energy.
11:15 a.m. Introduction to Energy Efficiency and Conservation and Home
Energy Efficiency Kits
An introduction to the ways in which we use energy in school buildings and at home. Explore the National Fuel Home Energy Efficiency kits available to your students.
12:15 p.m. Lunch
1:00 p.m. Explore Climate Science and Carbon
A comprehensive guide for learning about climate and climate change through hands-on, critical thinking activities.
Carbon Cycle Simulation
Climate Web
2:00 p.m. Wrap Up Paperwork
3:00 p.m. Adjourn
