Spark Squad

Brought to you by a partnership between The U.S. Department of Energy's, Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy, and the National Renewable Energy Laboratory, the Spark Squad comic book series follows a group of students as they explore renewable energy technologies and learn what it takes to become part of the next generation of the clean energy workforce. Volume 1: Marine Energy - Meet Jasmine and her friends Aria and Thomas, three of the newest members of the Spark Squad—a group dedicated to teaching kids about energy and the exciting field of "joule studies." Jasmine has been working tirelessly on a marine energy wave generator, but it's not capturing the wave joules she needs to weather a looming storm. Can the Spark Squad come together to save the day? Volume 2: Hydropower - The Spark Squad is back! Jasmine, Aria, and Thomas already know about wave, wind, and solar energy, but their new friend Asher introduces them to the power of hydropower. Put on your hard hats and join the gang on a tour of a hydropower facility, where professionals explain how dams operate, capture hydro-joules, protect the environment, and complement other energy sources. With Power Officer Gina as their guide, the Spark Squad dives into the world of hydropower and learns why it's such a vital part of clean energy solutions. Volume 3: Nuclear Energy - The Spark Squad is one step closer to their ultimate goal: the Power Fair! But first, they must tackle a major challenge—the Regional Competition. To prepare, they turn to Dakota, Aria's oldest friend and a rising star in nuclear energy. With Dakota's expertise, the team learns about this clean, powerful, and sustainable energy source. Can Dakota help them capture enough joules to qualify for the fair? Join the Spark Squad as they embark on energizing adventures, exploring renewable energy technologies and unlocking new joules along the way. Together, they aim to inspire the next generation of young scientists and innovators at the Power Fair—the ultimate gathering for budding energy enthusiasts!