A new career academy program at Macomb Community College will focus on the growing field of renewable energy.

The academy, which is open to teens age 15-19, will run 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Aug. 10-13, at Macomb’s South Campus in Warren.

Students will engage in a number of hands-on projects, such as the construction and testing of a windmill, building hydrogen fuel cell vehicles, and generating power from solar panels.  Participants will also visit and tour a renewable energy facility.

Registration in the program is $120. For more information or to register, contact Ed Stanton at 586.445.7640 or email stantone@macomb.edu.

About Macomb Community College
Macomb Community College (www.macomb.edu) is one of the nation’s leading community colleges, providing learning experiences to more than 59,000 students annually.  Macomb nationally ranks in the top two percent in the number of associate degrees awarded and as the largest grantor of associate degrees in Michigan.  The college’s comprehensive educational programming includes pre-collegiate experiences, university transfer and career preparation programs, bachelor degree completion and graduate degree programs, workforce training, professional education and certification, and continuing education and enrichment opportunities.