Reduce energy consumption and save some money at the same time! The third of seven installments in the A Community Powered by Renewable Energy unit focuses on energy use in the home. Learners investigate the energy needs of small and large appliances, conduct a home energy audit, and consider ways to reduce their energy consumption by at least 30 percent.

Concepts

energy, energy consumption, electricity

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Instructional Ideas

• Have the class present their findings to their families and other community members
  

Classroom Considerations

• Must assign the home energy audits in advance, so pupils have time to complete them before the lessons
• Scholars should be familiar with percentages
  

Pros

• Includes templates and examples of the home energy audits
• Provides a rubric for the project
  

Cons

• None

Common Core

7.RP.A.1 7.RP.A.2.a 7.RP.A.2.b 7.RP.A.2.c 7.RP.A.2.d 7.RP.A.3