Shows the mining of coal, its conversion into electrical energy, and the problems enocuntered in this conversion such as the disposal of waste products. Also looks at atomic power stations and their inherent problems. The concept of tidal power as an alternative source is mentioned. Suitable for middle and upper secondary levels.
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Collection
In ACMI's collection
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Collection metadata
ACMI Identifier
505680
Language
English
Subject categories
Climate, Environment, Natural Resources & Disasters → Conservation of natural resources - Australia
Climate, Environment, Natural Resources & Disasters → Renewable energy sources
Climate, Environment, Natural Resources & Disasters → Tidal power
Climate, Environment, Natural Resources & Disasters → Waste disposal - Environmental aspects
Climate, Environment, Natural Resources & Disasters → Waste products
Communications, Infrastructure, & Transport → Power resources - Australia
Communications, Infrastructure, & Transport → Renewable energy sources
Communications, Infrastructure, & Transport → Tidal power
Mathematics, Science & Technology → Electricity
Mathematics, Science & Technology → Nuclear energy
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Black and White
Holdings
16mm film; Limited Access Print (Section 2)
16mm film; Access Print (Section 1)