ComEd – Smart Energy Hub – Chicago

ComEd Smart Energy Hub - Chicago
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3536 S Iron St, Chicago, IL 60609

Grades 1-12 | Special Needs | Adult Groups

Group size of 5-32 students

~60 to 90 Minutes

FREE

Group must provide own transportation

There are no on-site lunch facilities and only a single group may be on-site at any time with the exception of exchanging students on/off buses

Participating Locations*
Chicago | Rockford
*Any location can be selected during booking process – availability varies
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Content Summary

Learn more about the many elements of clean energy at the ComEd Smart Energy Hubs. With two great locations in Chicago and Rockford, students and learners of all ages can engage with interactive exhibits to learn how energy interacts with your daily life and how to contribute to a clean energy future.

Key Concepts + Initiatives

  • How energy is generated and delivered
  • The impact of Smart Grid technology
  • Renewable energy sources including The Power of Solar
  • Safety with electricity
  • Communities of the future….and more!
  • The lessons, discussions, and activities throughout this experience support a STEM-based curriculum by emphasizing key concepts in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics.

Guidelines & Policies

  1. The Smart Energy Hubs at the ComEd Chicago and Rockford Training Centers each have a dedicated room with 6 interactive stations. Due to fire codes and building security requirements, the experience is recommended for a single group of 5-32 students at any given time with a recommendation of 1 chaperone per every 8 students to ensure both safety and equal student participation opportunities.
  2. Multiple groups/classes are not allowed on-site at the same time with the exception of exchanging students on/off buses
  3. There are NO facilities for groups/classes to eat lunches on site
  4. If you need to cancel or reschedule, please contact FieldTripFactory.Org at least 24 hours before your scheduled arrival – please do not attempt to contact the facility directly
  5. Scout Groups: Receive a patch for each scout participating in this event – please ask your Field Trip Leader
  6. Need special assistance with a large group or a short notice booking (less than 2 weeks) – please contact FieldTripFactory.Org directly to discuss options
  7. The ComEd Smart Energy Hub is open 7 days a week 8a-8p (except major holidays)

ComEd – Smart Energy Hub – Chicago

As northern Illinois’ local utility and energy delivery company with more than a century of experience, our commitment to customer service, security, and satisfaction is guided by the progress of the past and the promise of the future. Driving an industry that is entrepreneurial in nature, we have always remained focused on benefiting the people, environment, and economies of the communities we serve. We continue to enhance our services and the workforce that helps us generate smart ideas. Visit www.ComEd.com/EducationComEd Logo
3536 S Iron St, Chicago, IL 60609

Reviews

Average Rating:  4.8

The ComEd Smart Energy Hubs
The STREAM Labs
07/06/2018

Sophia was GREAT!!!!

The ComEd Smart Energy Hubs
Illinois Green Alliance
07/05/2018

We had a unique situation in that we were hoping to get an overview/pre-tour, so that we could get an idea of what the space and content was like before we booked a field trip for a group of students. It was great! We were even running 30 minutes late due to bad weather, and Kim was flexible, showed us around, ran through the activities, and answered all of our questions. Thank you and can’t wait to come back with the students!

The ComEd Smart Energy Hubs
Taylor Services Youth Organization
06/27/2018

TSYO’s campers had an AWESOME time and learned a lot of valuable information. Now more than ever, they understand the importance of electrical safety and helping their parents conserve energy.