How does solar power work?

Brains On! Science podcast for kids

American Public Media

Kids & Family, Education For Kids

4.4 • 13.5K Ratings

🗓️ 4 March 2025

⏱️ 31 minutes

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Solar panels capture energy from the sun and turn it into electricity. But how do they work?Join guest host Rosie duPont and co-host Anna as they explore the ins and outs of solar energy!

Marc and his latest invention, Sal the solar bot, stop by the studio for a special solar demonstration — then the Earth and Moon chat about why solar power is an important tool for slowing down climate change.

Plus, an electrifying new mystery sound!

Check out our series all about electricity too!

Today’s episode is sponsored by:
Indeed.com/brainson - Receive a $75 sponsored job credit

Experience Disney's Snow White, only in theaters March 21. Rated PG, parental guidance suggested.

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0:00.0	It can be hard to unwind your mind, but the Brains-on universe is here to help.
0:06.8	Check out Moment of Calm in the Moment of Um podcast feed.
0:10.3	For the week of March 3rd, you'll hear Moment of Um episodes with soothing topics and special quiet music.
0:16.0	Perfect for playing at bedtime or any time you need some chill in your life.
0:20.5	And on Friday, March 7th,
0:22.0	you'll hear a special story with music and sounds that will take your imagination on a magical,
0:27.3	relaxing journey. Tune in to Moment of Calm by listening to Moment of Um the week of March 3rd
0:33.2	or follow the Moment of Um in your podcast app to make sure you don't miss an episode.
0:40.6	You're listening to Brains On, where we're serious about being curious.
0:45.3	Brains On is supported in part by a grant from the National Science Foundation.
0:52.0	Hmm, let's see. It could go in the middle of the ceiling or maybe up to the side.
0:56.3	Hey, Rosie. What are you up to?
0:57.7	Oh, hi, Mark. You know how Molly is on vacation?
1:00.9	On a tasting tour of cheese curds in Wisconsin? Of course.
1:04.5	Well, she asked me to help with some chores while she's away, like hanging this disco ball for the Brains on Dance Party.
1:10.1	Or, oh, geez, on a cracker I totally forgot.
1:13.0	Molly also said the toilet at HQ is clogged again.
1:16.9	I'll just grab my toilet plunger and...
1:19.3	Wait! No! I'm supposed to fill in for Molly as host today, too!
1:24.3	Ah!
1:25.0	Hmm, you've got a lot to do.
1:27.2	But don't worry, I have the answer.
	...

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