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Metals for the energy transition


Provided by: Dr Taija Torvela

Activity type(s): Video

Duration: 12 minutes

Suitable for ages: 14-16 years old, 16+, Staff

Description:

This video is from the Youtube channel “Our Metallic Earth” by Dr Taija Torvela. On the video, she investigates what metals and elements are needed in the infrastructure and technologies that are used to produce low-carbon energy, particularly in wind turbines and solar panels.


Links to activity files:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LQY683b1ec0

Subject areas:

    • Energy resources
    • Natural resources
    • Science communication
    • Metals
    • Wider impact of chemistry
    • Mineral resources

Keywords: Earth resources; natural resources; metals; ore deposits

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