AI & Energy

This lesson gives students a structured look at how AI affects global energy systems from both sides: rising demand from data centers and AI’s potential to improve grid efficiency and reduce emissions. Students read and analyze a WEF article, use a pros and cons planner to organize their thinking, and write a position statement. Includes a full teacher guide with answer key, a printable student handout, and an optional AI Usage Audit extension activity. Works well for high school environmental science, current events, or STEM units.