Hello Best Members,

Florida Solar Energy Center (FSEC), a research institute of the 
University of Central Florida, works to educate K-12 teachers and 
schools about renewable energy technologies, developing environment and 
energy curricula for teachers to use. The courses offered (Alternative 
Fuel Matters, Building Performance Matters, High Energy Hydrogen, Solar 
Matters, Understanding Solar Energy) include both classroom instruction 
and hands-on field experience. The Florida Solar Energy Center also 
hosts an annual EnergyWhiz Olympics where hundreds of students unite at 
the center in Cocoa, Florida to engage in renewable energy themed events 
such as the Solar Energy Cook-Off and the Hydrogen Challenge. Created in 
1999, the EnergyWhiz Olympics have provided students with an opportunity 
to not only demonstrate their STEM knowledge and stimulate thought 
through competition but also to become exposed to new, innovative 
technology in response to energy issues.

FSEC’s dedication to sharing knowledge and their active participation 
in educational programs is one example of an institute investing in our 
future.

"Severe Weather Information." Continuing Education Florida Solar Energy 
Center
http://www.fsec.ucf.edu/en/education/cont_ed/index.htm

Best,

Kimberly D. Hafner
Undergraduate Intern
2014 BioEnergy & Sustainability School
Soil and Water Science Department
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