“STEAM-TEAMS Greentech Pathway: Energy, Sustainability, and Hands-On Engineering for Region 5 Youth”

Short Title: STEAM-TEAMS Greentech Pathway
Lead Section: IEEE Pikes Peak Section
Primary Partner: IEEE Greentech 2026 Organizing Committee (Denver)
Supporting Sections: Denver Section, Houston Section, West Area Sections
Grant Request: $2,000
Duration: Feb–Oct 2026
Target Audience: Middle-school & high-school students, parents, YPs
Focus Areas: Energy · Sustainability · Electrical Engineering · AI-Assisted Education

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1. Executive Summary

This proposal extends the proven STEAM-TEAMS model into a specialized Greentech Pathway focused on renewable energy, sustainability, and hands-on engineering.

The project culminates in a STEAM-TEAMS Greentech Showcase at the IEEE Greentech 2026 Conference in Denver, where K–12 students, parents, and teachers engage with IEEE volunteers, industry partners, and engineering leaders in interactive demonstrations.

This proposal builds:

• A multi-Section energy education initiative

• A renewables-themed STEAM kit series

• AI-assisted multimedia lessons for green engineering

• A region-wide “Energy Explorers” activity path

• A portable DOCK (Deployable Outreach Community Kit) specialized for Greentech

STEAM-TEAMS becomes a direct on-ramp for students to learn about clean energy, electrification, sustainability, and engineering careers, while strengthening the Region 5 pipeline from K–12 → University → YP → LMAG.

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2. Strategic Goals & Alignment

Goals

1. Introduce 300+ students across Region 5 to green engineering concepts via hands-on activities.

2. Train 40+ volunteers (LMAG, YP, Students) to deliver sustainability-themed workshops.

3. Build new Greentech-Specific STEAM-TEAMS materials including:

   • Solar circuits

   • Wind energy models

   • Energy-efficiency demonstrations

4. Deliver a high-impact Greentech 2026 Educational Activity Track using portable STEAM-TEAMS stations.

5. Document all activities into reusable proof-of-work modules for other Sections.

Alignment with Region 5 Strategic Plan

The project advances Region 5 objectives:

• Strengthening Section vitality through hands-on, high-visibility outreach

• Deepening industry engagement, especially in energy and sustainability sectors

• Expanding the student → YP pipeline through mentorship-based programs

• Supporting emerging technologies, including AI, renewables, and electrification

• Engaging underserved communities through portable DOCK units

It leverages Pikes Peak’s successful hands-on model described in the attached proposal .

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3. Project Description

The Greentech Pathway adds a new layer onto the existing STEAM-TEAMS framework:

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A. Greentech-Themed Demonstrations for K–12 (Hands-On)

Each Section will deliver 3–6 activities tailored to green engineering:

• Build a Solar-Powered Racer (mini solar panels + small motors)

• Wind Turbine Design Challenge (3D-printed or Makerspace blades)

• Energy Storage Basics (capacitors, LEDs, power delivery demos)

• “Electricity from Fruit” (renewable energy awareness)

• Heat Transfer & Insulation Challenge (house efficiency mini-build)

• Water Turbine Generator Models

These are complemented by Squishy Circuits and motor-building fundamentals from the Pikes Peak model .

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B. Greentech DOCK Kit (Portable Green Engineering Lab)

A specialized DOCK unit will be built including:

• Solar panel kits

• Mini wind turbine base plates

• USB rechargeable battery packs

• LED circuit labs

• Energy efficiency visual demos

• Printable AI-assisted blueprint posters

• Safety and sustainability worksheets

This makes the Greentech Pathway “grab-and-go” for any Section.

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C. Greentech 2026 Conference Educational Track

The project culminates in:

STEAM-TEAMS ENERGY HALL

A dedicated K–12 and family engagement area featuring:

• 6–10 hands-on stations

• Guided engineering challenges

• STEM passport stamps for students

• Energy career pathways wall

• LMAG–YP mentorship booths

• AI-generated engineering career posters

• Live demonstrations by Section volunteers

This becomes a flagship Region 5 event.

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D. AI-Assisted Educational Media

Students and volunteers will benefit from AI-generated:

• Greentech lesson animations

• Blueprint-style engineering diagrams

• Step-by-step visuals for solar/wind demos

• “Future of Energy Careers” portrait series

• Video explainers

These build on the multimedia structure of your original proposal .

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4. Timeline (Feb–Oct 2026)

Feb – Build energy-themed STEAM-TEAMS kits + DOCK unit
Mar–Apr – Train volunteers; pilot activities in Pikes Peak + Denver
May–Jun – Expand pilot to Houston and other Sections
Jul – AI-assisted media production
Aug–Sep – Finalize Greentech Showcase materials
Oct – Deliver STEAM-TEAMS Energy Hall at Greentech 2026
Nov – Collect proof-of-work + final reporting

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5. Budget ($2,000)

The structure mirrors the Pikes Peak proposal but re-allocated to energy activities .

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6. Evaluation

• of Sections participating

• of student participants (target: 300+)

• of completed renewable energy projects

• Proof-of-work: videos, photos, AI posters

• K–12 & parent survey results

• YP and LMAG volunteer participation metrics

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7. Sustainability

After the conference, Sections keep:

• DOCK kit

• Reusable renewable energy kits

• Curriculum & blueprint posters

• AI media files

• Training resources

This allows Sections to run annual Greentech-style activities at minimal cost.

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8. Conclusion

This Greentech Pathway expands STEAM-TEAMS into the domain of sustainability, energy engineering, and environmental stewardship, culminating in a high-impact Region 5 event at Greentech 2026.

The project transforms the Pikes Peak STEAM-TEAMS model into a green engineering pipeline that strengthens Sections, supports industry partnerships, and inspires the next generation of innovators across Region 5.