What you need to do:
Simply follow the flow of the page, read the text, watch the videos and use discussion prompts with your class. Don’t forget to download the printable resources at the bottom of the page before we visit your school.
Enjoy the journey and have fun becoming NRGenius’s together!
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Greetings future NRGeniuses!!
Welcome to the WattWeb, our virtual lab, where we’ve got loads of things for you to learn. Meet some of the Team: The Prof, Eddi, Joules and The Count and learn about our planet, where we get our energy from and how we can work together to Power Down & Save Up.
The Prof
Eddi
Joules
The Count
Where Energy Comes From
(5mins)
Let’s Investigate the energy sources that power the UK, uncover the facts behind each one and find out which energy sources are renewable or non-renewable, and why it matters.
(ask the class and flip the discs to discover more)
1. Which energy sources are renewable?
2. Which energy source do we use most in the UK?
3. Which energy is no longer used in the UK?
RENEWABLE
5%
of the UK’s energy
comes from wind
NON-RENEWABLE
5%
of the UK’s energy
comes from nuclear
power plants
RENEWABLE
1%
of the UK’s power
comes from solar
NON-RENEWABLE
0%
of the UK’s energy
is from Coal.
NON-RENEWABLE
35%
of the UK’s energy
comes from Gas-Turbines
RENEWABLE
10%
of the UK’s energy comes
from Bio-Mass Power Plants
NON-RENEWABLE
39%
of the UK’s energy
comes from Oil.
RENEWABLE
< 1% of the UK’s power
comes from Hydo-Electric
Based on Primary Energy Data (UK Energy in Brief 2026, based on DUKES)
Power Down & Save Up!
We use energy every day, often without even noticing.
The more energy we waste, the more money it can cost and the greater the impact on our planet.
That’s why NRGeniuses are on a mission to: Power Down & Save Up!
Meet The Count, the former Energy Vampire!
See where phantom energy is lurking and how to stop it and become an NRGenius!
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Your task while watching:
Which devices in your home could be using phantom energy? Be ready to share your ideas after the film!
NRG Mission: On the Street!
Join our team as we meet Janet Mason to find out how energy, bills and the cost of living affect her everyday life. Watch her story and see if you can help her become an NRGenius by suggesting ways her family could save energy.
NRGenius Challenge!
Can your class spot the energy that is being wasted and think of any energy saving tips that might help save money? Collect your best ideas ready for your Power Down Pledge when we visit!
Quiz Time
Is wind renewable or non-renewable?
Wind is renewable because it comes from a natural source that won’t run out.
What is Phantom Energy?
Phantom Energy is the small amount of power that devices drain when they are left plugged in and in stand-by mode
Why should we save energy?
Saving energy can help save money, reduce waste and protect the environment.
Thank You
We can’t wait to hear all your ideas during the workshop
These printables are here to support and extend the session. Our facilitator will guide the main session, but you may like to print some in advance for pupils who benefit from visual prompts, focused tasks or extra support. They’re also useful afterwards as follow-up, extension or homework activities.
