STEM Makes a Lasting Impact

Renewable Energy | In this module, children explore how electricity is generated in creative ways—from a lemon to a wind turbine—and learn about renewable energy sources through play.

In the «MINT Bringts Nachhaltig» project, children between the ages of 3 and 6 learn the basics of electricity generation and how to use energy responsibly. In three sequential parts, the children first discover through their own experiments how electricity can be generated: using copper wire coils, a lemon as an energy source, and a multimeter. In our outdoor lab, they explore the use of wind energy through installations created by Kelag apprentices. In the second part, a story is used to teach the principle of an electric circuit, which the children then build themselves. In the concluding third part, electricity construction kits are used to build circuits using renewable energy sources such as dynamos, solar cells, or wind power. The focus here is on independent experimentation, fostering problem-solving skills, and raising awareness of sustainable energy.

Skills | Children gain an initial understanding of electricity and renewable energy sources, develop basic technical skills, practice conducting experiments, and begin to develop an awareness of sustainable technologies.

Other Funding Sources: KELAG Electricity and Heat

Using the GECKO platform, the competency model describes the skills that learners can acquire as part of the project.