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This PowerPoint lesson offers a comprehensive and student-friendly introduction to renewable energy resources, tailored for the AQA GCSE Combined Science Physics specification. It clearly explains the operation, benefits, limitations, and environmental impacts of a range of renewable resources including solar, wind, hydroelectric, tidal, wave, geothermal and biofuels. The lesson is supported by a variety of interactive and written tasks that encourage students to apply their knowledge to real-world energy scenarios.

Renewable resources are those that are naturally replenished and can be used repeatedly without depleting the Earth’s supply. This lesson begins by helping students distinguish between renewable and non-renewable resources before exploring each renewable energy type in detail. For each resource, students learn how it works, where it is used, how reliable it is, and what environmental consequences it may have. Comparisons are also drawn between the upfront costs, ongoing maintenance, and carbon emissions of these energy sources.

Included in the presentation are starter activities, research and comparison tables, and multiple applied scenario tasks. Students are asked to recommend the most appropriate energy resource for a variety of situations, such as powering a remote island, supporting a city’s long-term energy needs, or fuelling eco-friendly vehicles. These exercises reinforce the importance of considering reliability, cost-effectiveness, environmental sustainability, and local conditions when evaluating energy options.

The resource culminates in a data-driven activity where students must interpret a table of numerical data to select the most suitable energy resource for a city, justifying their choice using both numerical evidence and environmental reasoning. This strengthens both analytical and evaluative skills in line with GCSE assessment objectives.

This fully editable PowerPoint (.pptx) was last updated in April 2025 and aligns with the AQA GCSE Combined Science Physics curriculum. It is an ideal resource for use in lessons, revision sessions or as part of homework tasks. Download now to support learners in developing their understanding of sustainable energy solutions.