Education Division

Welcome to the Education Division – Join the Education Forum.

Chair: John Steele, jsteele@mines.edu

Our Goals

Started in June 2025, the new ASES Education Technical Division focuses on the distribution of information created and gathered by the Education Division, as well as information from other Divisions on the general topic of education. The intent is to coordinate, evaluate, and distribute information to various educational audiences, including K-12, community colleges, technical schools, universities, and special education programs.

Our goals include:

Supporting the development and sharing of solar and renewable energy curricula across K–12, community colleges, universities, and technical programs
Promoting collaboration among educators, researchers, and industry professionals to expand renewable energy literacy
Curating and distributing educational materials created by ASES Divisions and partner organizations
Encouraging hands-on, project-based learning that builds technical skills and understanding of energy systems
Fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion in renewable energy education and career pathways

Our Members

Education Division members include educators, students, researchers, and advocates dedicated to improving access to renewable energy education. Members represent a wide range of backgrounds, including:

K–12 Teachers and Education Specialists
Community College and University Faculty
Curriculum Developers and Education Researchers
Technical and Vocational Trainers
Students and Emerging Professionals
Industry Partners and Nonprofit Educators

Leadership

Chair – [Name, Email]
(To be announced)

Topics We Consider

Renewable Energy Curriculum Development
K–12 Solar and STEM Education
Workforce Development and Technical Training
Higher Education and Research Collaboration
Educational Policy and Program Design
Informal and Community-Based Education
Equity and Inclusion in Energy Education
Online Learning and Digital Resource Sharing

How We Communicate with the World

Webinars and Workshops
Journal Articles and Case Studies
Conferences and Poster Sessions
Educator Networks and Forums
Resource Libraries and Toolkits

How We Build Our Division Community

We bring together educators, students, and professionals passionate about solar and renewable energy learning. The Education Division fosters collaboration through webinars, shared lesson plans, and community projects that make solar education accessible and inspiring for all.

Upcoming Division Opportunities

Development of a shared ASES Education Resource Hub
Educator networking sessions at the annual ASES SOLAR Conference
Webinars highlighting best practices in renewable energy teaching and training
Student mentorship and internship opportunities in collaboration with other Divisions

Education Division