Switch On: The Complete Film

“Switch On” is a powerful energy documentary that follows energy expert Dr. Scott Tinker on a global journey to explore the link between energy access and human development. The film takes viewers from urban centers to remote villages, illustrating how a lack of affordable energy traps billions in poverty. It’s a compelling resource for students to understand why energy is a fundamental component of economic prosperity and social progress, all while managing environmental impacts. The accompanying discussion guide helps to facilitate classroom conversation about the energy topics and themes discussed in the film.