Introduction to Energy Access – Energy Insecurity: Making Difficult Energy Decisions – Teacher

Summary

Teacher guide for an activity where students work through three household scenarios involving real energy insecurity trade-offs: a city renter, a rural homeowner, and a small business owner. Each scenario asks students to evaluate options, analyze decisions, and propose policy or community solutions. Includes a full procedure, discussion prompts, and a link to the student handout. Works well for a high school unit on energy access, economics, or environmental science.