Are large-scale hydro dams renewable?
(kids will probably say yes, which is not really correct, because renewable energy science and advocates state that large scale hydro is not a sustainable renewable energy source because it dramatically disrupts the natural flow of water, and can cause severe impacts to aquatic (and terrestrial ecosystems). Reservoirs, which dams depend on, will also eventually fill up with sediment, making it a non-renewable resource because it has a limited time frame)” • Explain that today we are going to have some direct experience with a sustainable renewable energy source… OPTION 1: Field trip to micro hydro facility. Ideally there will be someone knowledgeable to lead the group through a detailed learning experience at the Marion Creek micro hydro station, the importance of the station, how it works, etc. There may also be an opportunity to visit and learn about the biodiesel Tofino bus as part of this field trip. Or maybe students can ride the biodiesel bus to the micro-hydro station! Now that
