Energy E3 encompasses Education, Engineering-design, and Entrepreneurship in our curriculum and training workshops. Participants, experts and non-experts in engineering and entrepreneurship (as well as energy economists), implement the knowledge with energy teams comprised of local experts either who are technicians and engineers who learn how to prototype, design, build, install, maintain, and create a business venture for renewable energy devices, using local materials and resident technical expertise. 

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Communication is key when collaborating with cross-cultural, cross-disciplinary teams, especially on a global scale. Energy Teams implementing the Energy E3 curriculum demonstrate a clear understanding of cultural awareness, communication, and knowledge exchange so that co-design of energy devices and business models can grow resilient.

Here is what we know can be accomplished working with our collaborators based on previous success:
 

1. Build foundational energy knowledge:
   We teach energy teams with a solid understanding of renewable energy systems, including how they work, what types of renewable energy sources are available, and the advantages and disadvantages of each. This knowledge will guide energy student teams to make informed decisions when designing their systems.

2. Empower creativity:
   Energy Teams learn to prototype to empower creativity when designing their energy systems. 

3. Provide resources:
   Energy Teams are provided with access to resources such as our books, laboratories, prototype materials and well known websites that provide information on renewable energy systems. This will give energy teams a broader understanding of the field and enable them to design more effective systems.

4. Facilitate hands-on learning:
   We facilitate hands-on learning experiences for energy teams, such as building small-scale renewable energy systems or working with simulation software, to help energy teams apply their knowledge in a practical way.

5. Encourage collaboration:
   Energy Teams encourage collaboration allowing them to work together to design renewable energy systems. This can foster a sense of teamwork and enable energy teams to learn from each other's strengths and weaknesses.

6. Provide feedback:
   We provide feedback on energy teams' designs, helping them to identify areas for improvement and providing suggestions for how to address them. This feedback can help students refine their designs and improve their understanding of renewable energy systems.