Energy literacy.pdf

Energy literacy.pdf

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  1 Environmental Club
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  To avoid/minimize theuse of energy by one-third, you'll need to make significant changes in your daily habits and routines The focused approach to achieve this goal are 2
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  Home Energy Conservation •Appliance Usage: Reduce the use of energy- intensive appliances like air conditioners, heaters, and electric stoves. • Lighting: Keep lights off during the day and use natural light. Switch to energy-efficient LED or CFL bulbs. • Unplug Devices: Unplug chargers, electronics, and appliances when not in use to avoid energy consumption. 3
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  Transportation • Public Transport:Share rides with others and use public transportation to minimize personal vehicle usage. • Walking and Cycling: Opt for walking or cycling for short distances instead of driving. • Fuel-Efficient Driving: Drive smoothly, maintain your vehicle, and adhere to speed limits to improve fuel efficiency. 4
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  Reduced Water Heating •Use solar or Gas water heaters instead of electric heaters • Lower Water Heater Temperature: Reduce the temperature of your water heater to save energy used for heating water. 5
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  Energy-Efficient Appliances • UpgradeAppliances: Replace old appliances with energy-efficient models. Look for Energy Star-rated products. • Appliance Settings: Use energy-saving settings on appliances like washing machines, dishwashers, and refrigerators. • Reduced Screen Time: Minimize the use of energy- intensive devices like computers, TVs, and gaming 6
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  Cooking and KitchenPractices • Microwave and Toaster Oven: Use smaller appliances like microwaves and toaster ovens for cooking instead of larger ovens. • Efficient Cooking: Cook multiple items together and use lids on pots to cook faster and use less energy. 7
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  Behavioral Changes • UnplugChargers: Unplug phone chargers and other electronics when they are not actively charging. • Energy-Conscious Habits: Develop habits like turning off lights upon leaving a room and using natural ventilation instead of air conditioning. 8
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  Monitoring and Adjusting •Energy Audits: Regularly assess your energy usage to identify areas where further reductions can be made. • Feedback Loop: Continuously monitor your progress and adjust your habits accordingly. 9
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  Educate and InvolveOthers • Inform Others: Educate your family and friends about energy conservation and encourage them to adopt similar practices. 10
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  Renewable Energy Sources Iffeasible, consider the following renewable energy sources • Solar Power • Biogas plant • Wind energy 11
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