Wind Energy Camp
Smøla, North West coast of Norway
PROJECT TEAM & PARTNERS
- Einar Oterholm, Energy Region Møre, Møre og Romsdal county
- Kai Holmen, Smøla Business Centre
FUNDING
Private funding
TIMESCALE
2-4 days
DESCRIPTION OF THE PROJECT
This project involves setting up an energy camp for youth aged 15-18, and correspondingly a course for teachers in natural sciences.
Through lectures, practical activities and project work the
participants learn more about wind energy and a sustainable energy
future.
Experiencing nature in a unique coastal environment is also an
important part of the programme.
Key objectives:
- Increase knowledge and involvement regarding renewable energy and wind energy in particular.
- Inspire young people to study natural sciences and renewable energy in the future, and enable teachers to boost this inspiration and interest in the subject.
PROJECT TARGETS & LEGISLATION
- Increased knowledge about wind energy.
- For the teachers - many new ideas for their own classes.
- Good experiences related to wind energy, nature and the stay as a whole.
CHALLENGES FACED
- Reach the potential participants with information regarding the course
- The timing is a challenge, as it is set in summer time during the holidays
- Economy is a challenge, as it is important to get sponsorship for the participants(both from schools and others)
CONTACT DETAILS
Einar Oterholm, +47 7289898, einar.oterholm@mrfylke.no
