Students will learn the basic concepts behind solar energy and how solar energy is used in solar cars.
Solar energy is a renewable energy source that converts the sun's heat and light into energy.
It is more common than people realize. For example, the food we eat to give us energy comes from plants. Plants use sunlight for photosynthesis which makes them grow and produce food. The sun is also responsible for making other forms of renewable energy. The sun is needed to grow plants, or biomass, that are converted into energy.