Tinker Programs | Educational Programs for Utility Providers

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The educational experts for
utility providers.

Turnkey, technology-driven programs that transform learning into action.

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Beyond one-day learning: educational programs that make a lasting impact.

At Tinker, we believe education is more than just a box to be checked. Using proven cognitive retention methods and cutting-edge technology, we ensure people apply what they learn.

Whether you’re focused on water, sustainability, or electrification topics, we can design a custom program to meet your utility needs.

Our K-12 and customer education programs are driven by data and delivered through our state-of-the-art online platform. Ready to move your company into the digital age?

The Tinker Difference

Blending utility goals with science-based education strategies.

Knowledge Retention

Digital tools keep children and adults engaged over time, while post-program assessments measure the long-term impact.

Measurable Impact

Real-time reporting shows you exactly what’s going on in the classroom and drives data-driven decisions for improvement.

Custom Curriculum

You won’t find any canned solutions here. Every program is fully customized to match your company’s goals and branding.

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What Teachers Are Saying.

We work hand-in-hand with experienced educators to continuously refine and improve our programs.
Our teacher-friendly design doesn’t require outside speakers or adjusted lesson plans, making it easier than ever to recruit schools.

Meet our Teacher Advisory Group:

“This program was a perfect fit for our science curriculum. The hands-on activities made abstract concepts like water conservation real for my students. Plus, the local focus helped them see how these lessons apply right here in our own community.”

4th Grade Teacher

Wilson Elementary, Houston, TX

“I’ve used other programs before, but this one stood out because it tied directly to our TEKS standards and included local examples my students could relate to. It felt more relevant and meaningful, and the conservation kits made it easy to bring the lessons to life.”

5th Grade Teacher

Citrus Cove Elementary, Boynton Beach, FL

“This program went so much deeper than the theater group that just performed for an hour—this program gave us hands-on activities, take-home kits, and ongoing lessons that kept students engaged long after the initial presentation.”

5th Grade Teacher

Westcliff Elementary, Fort Worth, TX

“The technology integration in this program was fantastic! My students loved the online activities and interactive lessons, and the digital resources made it easy to extend learning beyond the classroom. The student contests and teacher grants were an added bonus that motivated both me and my students to dive deeper into the material.”

6th Grade Teacher

Luther Burbank Middle School, Burbank, CA

“The program complemented our existing curriculum beautifully, reinforcing concepts we were already covering in class. What made it even better was how it focused on issues specific to our area, helping students see the impact they can have right here at home.”

7th Grade Teacher

Gotha Middle School, Windermere, FL

“This program didn’t just check the box—it enhanced my curriculum and kept students engaged with relevant, local examples. It gave them the tools to think critically about sustainability and showed them how these topics directly impact our community and future careers.”

High School Teacher

Colton High School, Colton, CA

Services

From groundwater to energy generation, conservation, electrification, reservoirs, sustainability, weather, climate, and more…we’ve got you covered.

K-12 Education

Give kids the tools they need to grow into responsible adults–and teach their parents a thing or two about resource management.

Customer Education

Practical education to help people become smarter consumers. We use your utility goals to create comprehensive, science-based educational programs.

What Parents Are Saying.

We work hand-in-hand with experienced educators to continuously refine and improve our programs. Our teacher-friendly design doesn’t require outside speakers or adjusted lesson plans, making it easier than ever to recruit schools.

“My child came home so excited about the student competition and couldn’t wait to work on their video project. The program not only taught her about saving water but also gave her a chance to be creative and showcase what she learned.”

Lawrenceville, GA

“I was so impressed with how much my student learned through this program. She not only talked about conservation but also took action—checking for leaks and setting timers for showers. It’s clear this program made an impact.”

Houston, TX

“I loved how the program gave my son the tools to apply the energy conservation lessons in real life. He was excited to participate in the video contest and couldn’t wait to share his ideas with others. It turned learning into something fun for our whole family!”

Boise, ID

“We had so much fun working together to install the products from the kit, like the LED light bulbs and night lights. It was a great experience that helped us bond while making real changes at home!”

Worthington, MN

Our Mission

Meet the Founder: Joe Thrasher

With 20+ years of industry experience and three children of his own, Joe is passionate about giving kids the tools they need to grow into responsible adults.

Joe started Tinker Programs to provide a turnkey solution for utility-sponsored education programs for children and adults. We take care of everything from program design to school recruitment, implementation, and post-lesson assessments.

No hidden fees. No nonsense. Just simple, high-quality service.

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Since 2014, we’ve helped over 40 utility providers across the US grow their impact with high-tech, low-cost educational programs.

Think about how much energy and water we could save if everyone did a little more tinkering!

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Please note that due to the high level of service and customization, we only take on a limited number of clients each year.

The educational experts forutility providers.