OurFuture.Energy

Energy sources and sustainability

Teacher Zone

Fairer Futures

A free education resource for teachers, pupils can consider changes that can be made to our energy and transport that could reduce our emissions.

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Tidal energy machine
How It Works

Rising Tides

The movement of the tides can be used to turn turbines that drive generators to produce low carbon electricity.

1 min read
A flame from a gas cooker
How It Works

Getting Gas

Explore the journey of natural gas from deep underground to our homes, buildings and manufacturers.

2 min read
Underwater gas pipes
How It Works

Sharing Gas

Sharing gas with other countries gives us more security in our energy supply.

2 min read
Gas pipelines
How It Works

Gas Grid

Find out how gas is shared across the UK and Europe through a network of high pressure pipes.

1 min read
A science presenter safely observes the burning of a fuel
In Focus

Alternative Fuels

A video demonstration exploring cleaner alternatives to fossil fuels to power our transport.

1 min read

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