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Where’s your energy come from when you plug in, cook up or get moving? And how is it changing?

Join Dr Graham Walker from the ANU to discover the science and technology behind Canberra’s transition to clean energy in this fun, interactive family science show.

Using thrilling live science demonstrations, we’ll explore how Canberra’s electricity has moved from fossil fuels to renewable energies like wind and solar, pilot e-transport innovations like electric skateboards and experimental electric vehicles, learn about electric cars and transport emissions, and look at emerging technologies like fuel cells, carbon capture and hydrogen.

We’ll electrolyse – literally split – water unlocking the energy within it, race solar powered dragracers, blast natural gas-fired marshmallow bazookas, and even test wearable wind turbines! Alongside the science, the show will also dig into the environmental, social and community side of our transition to clean energy.

For those keen for some DIY, the shows will also launch a booklet of climate and energy activities suitable for teachers and for parents to try at home with their kids. The booklet is available as a free download (please note safety advice, some activities require adult involvement/supervision and are not suitable for young children).

Canberra is the first capital city outside Europe to have 100% renewably sourced electricity… come and celebrate the journey and where it will take us next.

Powering Your Future shows will be held across the following six Canberra locations during the festival (registrations required).

Event details

Belconnen
Tuesday 11 July, 11.00AM
Belconnen Library
12 Chandler St, Belconnen ACT

Dickson
Tuesday 11 July, 2.30PM
Dickson Library
Antill St, Dickson ACT

Gungahlin
Wednesday 12 July, 11.00AM
Gungahlin Library
Cnr Hibberson &, Gozzard St, Gungahlin ACT

Tuggeranong
Wednesday 12 July, 2.30PM
Tuggeranong Library
175/245 Cowlishaw St, Greenway ACT

Kippax
Thursday 13 July, 11.00AM
Kippax Library
35 Hardwick Cres, Holt ACT 2615

Woden
Thursday 13 July, 2.30PM
Woden Library
Corinna St &, Furzer St, Phillip ACT

Kambri
Friday 14 July, 3.00PM
Friday 14 July, 5.00PM
Marie Reay Teaching Centre, ANU – Ground Floor Space
155 University Ave, Canberra ACT 2601

An initiative of the ANU National Centre for the Public Awareness of Science with support from the Winter Innovation Festival.