Energy Conservation by Mason Garrett Johnson https://padlet.com/mjohn187/tdeyuzo7hl7ug2p7 by Conservation Corps en-us 2020-08-09 20:35:32 UTC 2023-02-17 05:36:08 UTC hello@padlet.com Example of Energy Efficient Insulation koripoindexter98 https://padlet.com/mjohn187/tdeyuzo7hl7ug2p7/wish/679475062 Nostalgic Childhood Icon "Bill Nye the Science Guys" talks about how he uses different energy-efficient techniques to save money on his home, including denim insulation. ]]> 2020-08-13 20:36:40 UTC https://padlet.com/mjohn187/tdeyuzo7hl7ug2p7/wish/679475062 How does Insulation Save Home and Business owners money? koripoindexter98 https://padlet.com/mjohn187/tdeyuzo7hl7ug2p7/wish/679593105 Insulation can help provide a more manageable indoor climate to a build with out using a heat or air conditioning system. Included in this link is statistics regarding insulation. ]]> 2020-08-13 22:44:36 UTC https://padlet.com/mjohn187/tdeyuzo7hl7ug2p7/wish/679593105 How can we encourage using energy efficient insulation in new builds? koripoindexter98 https://padlet.com/mjohn187/tdeyuzo7hl7ug2p7/wish/679595581 Using 15% of our overall budget, we suggest that an incentive is created for builders producing more efficient builds using insulation. We also would like to propose a tax break for building being renovated with improved insulation. ]]> 2020-08-13 22:47:41 UTC https://padlet.com/mjohn187/tdeyuzo7hl7ug2p7/wish/679595581 Project Brief tammychao18 https://padlet.com/mjohn187/tdeyuzo7hl7ug2p7/wish/679617941 For this project, our proposal is to try to increase a more energy aware community through more efficient energy use. Our proposal includes the use of Smart Grids, Electric Vehicles, insulation to increase efficiency, and reduced energy use. Our budget will be a combined effort of offering incentive programs for private sectors and using the grant money to create new energy efficient systems. ]]> 2020-08-13 23:14:51 UTC https://padlet.com/mjohn187/tdeyuzo7hl7ug2p7/wish/679617941 Description tammychao18 https://padlet.com/mjohn187/tdeyuzo7hl7ug2p7/wish/679618233 In this project, the implementation of the Smart Grid, Electric Vehicles, Insulation, and Energy Efficiency and Reduction are targeted to conserve energy in households and counties by reducing the overall demand, cost, and consumption. These applications will introduce cost-effective energy that will reduce the total energy demand across all county government operations. Efficient technology used will promote an energy conscious culture that addresses the escalated utility usage and costs. The implementation of these applications provides flexibility in choosing renewable energy while targeting a more efficient and conscientious use of energy by local governments.Energy conservation is essential in addressing climate change by lowering greenhouse gas emissions. However, this project is not a quick and static plan, there is room for flexibility and modifications to be made to reflect the better emerging practices.

]]> 2020-08-13 23:15:12 UTC https://padlet.com/mjohn187/tdeyuzo7hl7ug2p7/wish/679618233 Budget tammychao18 https://padlet.com/mjohn187/tdeyuzo7hl7ug2p7/wish/679618682 50% of the funds going to improving Smart Grid applications and appliances.

20% going towards Electric Vehicles and the implementation of infrastructure.

15% of funds going to an incentive program for building and renovation with energy efficient insulation. 

15% going towards increased efficiency and reducing energy usage through improved infrastructure and awareness.

]]> 2020-08-13 23:15:48 UTC https://padlet.com/mjohn187/tdeyuzo7hl7ug2p7/wish/679618682 2. Electric Vehicles tammychao18 https://padlet.com/mjohn187/tdeyuzo7hl7ug2p7/wish/679620649 Specifically plug-in electric vehicles (PEV). With the implementation of Smart Grids, the infrastructure needed to enable the efficient use can drastically reduce dependence on oil and air pollutants in addition to energy. Charging PEVs in the early mornings where the power demand is at its lowest and renewable energy is typically at its peak offers cleaner energy sources. PEVs could also become a source of stored energy that is put back into the grid.

More details on electric vehicles on the next column.]]> 2020-08-13 23:18:26 UTC https://padlet.com/mjohn187/tdeyuzo7hl7ug2p7/wish/679620649 Smart Home and Appliances tammychao18 https://padlet.com/mjohn187/tdeyuzo7hl7ug2p7/wish/679628235 Appliances networked together allowing the use access and operate them through home energy management systems (EMS). These appliances are set up to respond to signals from the energy provider to minimize their energy use at times of high demand and redirecting it to times when power is available at lower costs. Appliances include the smart meter and plug-in electric vehicles (PEV).]]> 2020-08-13 23:27:38 UTC https://padlet.com/mjohn187/tdeyuzo7hl7ug2p7/wish/679628235 What is a Smart Grid? What makes it "smart"? tammychao18 https://padlet.com/mjohn187/tdeyuzo7hl7ug2p7/wish/679635855 "The Grid" delivers electricity from the producers to the consumers through an electric grid- a network of transmission lines, substations, transformers. The two-way communication of digital technology between the utility and its customers that sense along the transmission lines makes the grid smart. Controls, computers, automation, and new technologies and equipment work together and  with the electrical grid to quickly respond digitally to the changing electrical demands. The Smart Grid is an opportunity to move the energy industry towards more reliability, availability, and efficiency that contributes to economic and environmental health.]]> 2020-08-13 23:37:07 UTC https://padlet.com/mjohn187/tdeyuzo7hl7ug2p7/wish/679635855 Why do we need it? tammychao18 https://padlet.com/mjohn187/tdeyuzo7hl7ug2p7/wish/679638680 Electricity disruptions such as blackouts can have a domino effect. A Smart Grid adds resiliency to the electric power system making it better prepared to address emergencies. The two-way capacity enables automatic rerouting when equipment fails. Smart Grid technologies detect and isolate outages while ensuring quick recovery.]]> 2020-08-13 23:40:51 UTC https://padlet.com/mjohn187/tdeyuzo7hl7ug2p7/wish/679638680 What does a Smart Grid do? tammychao18 https://padlet.com/mjohn187/tdeyuzo7hl7ug2p7/wish/679652197 - Create more efficient transmission of electricity
- Quickly restore electricity after power disturbances
- Reduce operation and management costs for utilities and ultimately consumers
- Increase integration of large-scale renewable energy systems
- Integrate consumer-owned power generation systems
- improve security]]> 2020-08-13 23:57:03 UTC https://padlet.com/mjohn187/tdeyuzo7hl7ug2p7/wish/679652197 Source Links tammychao18 https://padlet.com/mjohn187/tdeyuzo7hl7ug2p7/wish/679663410 https://www.smartgrid.gov/the_smart_grid/smart_grid.html
https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fpsyg.2015.00410/full]]> 2020-08-14 00:08:58 UTC https://padlet.com/mjohn187/tdeyuzo7hl7ug2p7/wish/679663410 tammychao18 https://padlet.com/mjohn187/tdeyuzo7hl7ug2p7/wish/679673054 2020-08-14 00:19:21 UTC https://padlet.com/mjohn187/tdeyuzo7hl7ug2p7/wish/679673054 How do Electric Vehicles save energy? lsskinne https://padlet.com/mjohn187/tdeyuzo7hl7ug2p7/wish/679682525 The increased efficiency of electric vehicles makes them an effective part of our energy conservation plan. The electric motor runs with an energy conversion efficiency of 95%, compared to 30% efficiency of an internal combustion engine. In addition, the fuel economy of EV's is estimated a little over 100  MPG-equivalent. In comparison, the average American car in 2020 gets around 25 MPG. Driving an EV uses a quarter of the energy that conventional gas cars use. If the electricity for the car comes from alternative energy sources, then the upstream emissions related to electric vehicles will be almost negligible.]]> 2020-08-14 00:30:29 UTC https://padlet.com/mjohn187/tdeyuzo7hl7ug2p7/wish/679682525 How do Electric Vehicles work? lsskinne https://padlet.com/mjohn187/tdeyuzo7hl7ug2p7/wish/679683993 Electric vehicles are charged through a plug-in cable and electricity is stored in a battery. Some vehicles are hybrid, meaning they can run on gasoline if the battery is empty. Hybrid-electric vehicles have a regenerative breaking system, meaning energy is captured through the force applied while breaking and it is stored in the battery as electricity to run the car later. ]]> 2020-08-14 00:32:13 UTC https://padlet.com/mjohn187/tdeyuzo7hl7ug2p7/wish/679683993 Fund Distribution for Smart Grids tammychao18 https://padlet.com/mjohn187/tdeyuzo7hl7ug2p7/wish/679693260 With Smart Grids consisting of numerous applications and appliances, 50% of the grant would be distributed among these factors. The transition and efficiency related programs would attain 75% of the budget allocated for Smart Grids while the rest would be presented to the technology and appliances integrated in the Smart Grids. ]]> 2020-08-14 00:42:37 UTC https://padlet.com/mjohn187/tdeyuzo7hl7ug2p7/wish/679693260 1. Smart Meters tammychao18 https://padlet.com/mjohn187/tdeyuzo7hl7ug2p7/wish/679695497 Smart meters provide the Smart Grid interface where information is digitally transferred between the consumer and provider. For instance, Smart Meters will deliver signals from the energy provider regarding ways in which you can cut energy costs. The energy information coming through the smart meter runs through EMS which allows easy-to-understand viewing on any device. Tracking the energy use in real-time provides consumers enough information to determine better operating times. ]]> 2020-08-14 00:45:16 UTC https://padlet.com/mjohn187/tdeyuzo7hl7ug2p7/wish/679695497 How do Smart Grids save energy? What are the benefits of this implementation? tammychao18 https://padlet.com/mjohn187/tdeyuzo7hl7ug2p7/wish/679705150 Smart Grid techniques improve the amount of intermittent renewable power generation by increasing the capacity of grid-connected clean energy while promoting energy saving in power systems. Utilizing the efficiency of power systems and power consumption demonstrate advantages of environment and climate sustainable development. 

For consumers, participating in these programs means earning extra savings on the energy bills while those generating their own power could result in a check. Overall, the Smart Grid creates opportunities to save energy, money in the long run, and environmental impacts.]]> 2020-08-14 00:55:39 UTC https://padlet.com/mjohn187/tdeyuzo7hl7ug2p7/wish/679705150 How does your NGO plan to address the social cooperation necessary when trying to implement conservation tactics, especially in areas that don't have a history of education or care about conservation? How will you convince people to buy electric, reduce their energy usage, agree to put smart energy meter devices in their homes, replace their insulation, etc? koripoindexter98 https://padlet.com/mjohn187/tdeyuzo7hl7ug2p7/wish/679715032 Our NGO plans to address social cooperation by implementing incentives and educating the public on the resources, possibilities, and positive results of the program. Emphasizing the negative impacts of the current system and how making these changes could result in a better, cleaner environment. Education is an important factor to any proposal and presenting it through talks, conversations, articles, and graphic representations spreads awareness and knowledge.]]> 2020-08-14 01:06:54 UTC https://padlet.com/mjohn187/tdeyuzo7hl7ug2p7/wish/679715032 How will you monitor energy conservation in the public and private sector and will there be incentives for people who partake in more energy conservation methods and opportunities? koripoindexter98 https://padlet.com/mjohn187/tdeyuzo7hl7ug2p7/wish/679715259 Energy consumption would be monitored through Energy Monitoring Softwares that gather the data for the consumer. Incentives would include cost benefits from the energy savings such as the net-metering program as explained in the Smart grid section.]]> 2020-08-14 01:07:08 UTC https://padlet.com/mjohn187/tdeyuzo7hl7ug2p7/wish/679715259 How will you resolve the conflict of interest between public good and corporate profit? koripoindexter98 https://padlet.com/mjohn187/tdeyuzo7hl7ug2p7/wish/679715477 We want to focus on energy reduction which overall we believe benefits the public good. To address corporate profit, we want to financially incentivize making these energy conscious things ]]> 2020-08-14 01:07:23 UTC https://padlet.com/mjohn187/tdeyuzo7hl7ug2p7/wish/679715477 How will you address conservation needs differently in developing countries where there is less access to electricity versus wealthier, developed nations where energy is consumed excessively? koripoindexter98 https://padlet.com/mjohn187/tdeyuzo7hl7ug2p7/wish/679715778 Addressing conservation in these developing countries will be more about educating the public about possible lifestyle changes that will reduce energy consumption. A big part of conserving energy is knowing where the energy is going and how much of it is centralized in the simple tasks that many people overlook. Thus, spreading awareness of the daily activities that require the use of energy and alternative means to go about them will be as effective while the countries are developing.]]> 2020-08-14 01:07:45 UTC https://padlet.com/mjohn187/tdeyuzo7hl7ug2p7/wish/679715778 How will you prioritize the funding of renovation of properties to increase the overall efficiency of properties in congruence with incentivizing the program? koripoindexter98 https://padlet.com/mjohn187/tdeyuzo7hl7ug2p7/wish/679715999 Our NGO will prioritize older homes for renovation funding. We want to incentivize these home-owners most because these older homes are the ones that are the least energy efficient.]]> 2020-08-14 01:08:00 UTC https://padlet.com/mjohn187/tdeyuzo7hl7ug2p7/wish/679715999 Where does your NGO stand on the balance between conservation and expansion. If conservation has greater start up costs how can expanding societies justify this initial cost when they are struggling with other issues? koripoindexter98 https://padlet.com/mjohn187/tdeyuzo7hl7ug2p7/wish/679717169 We believe that the process is by no means a short and quick one so the spread of education and alternative methods justify the plan. Our NGO balances conservation and expansion by emphasizing the urgency of change needed to combat climate change and limited supply of fossil fuels. In addition, promoting the personal and environmental benefits tips the scale in making the transition.]]> 2020-08-14 01:09:26 UTC https://padlet.com/mjohn187/tdeyuzo7hl7ug2p7/wish/679717169 Has your company tried to think about the implications of what would happen if the world went all-electric and how they would be able to produce/keep up with the demand for energy? koripoindexter98 https://padlet.com/mjohn187/tdeyuzo7hl7ug2p7/wish/679717527 The purpose of conservation is to reduce the energy demand so that we do not need to produce as much electricity. This lighter demand would help in the transition to all-electric. If the world were to move to all-electric, it would be necessary for the fossil-fuel industry to transition to the alternative energy sector in order to produce cleaner electricity.]]> 2020-08-14 01:09:52 UTC https://padlet.com/mjohn187/tdeyuzo7hl7ug2p7/wish/679717527 Will your company focus on the conservation of large corporations and facilities or conservation within residential communities or individual homeowners? If you intend to reach both groups, what kind of conservation efforts or incentives would you provide to the different groups? koripoindexter98 https://padlet.com/mjohn187/tdeyuzo7hl7ug2p7/wish/679717588 We intend to focus on both conservation of energy with large corporations and in residential areas. To incentivize residential conservation, we would like to offer a tax break for homes with more energy efficient insulation. For big corporations and the private sector, we want to offer an incentive to encourage the companies to increase their efficiency. ]]> 2020-08-14 01:09:58 UTC https://padlet.com/mjohn187/tdeyuzo7hl7ug2p7/wish/679717588 What can be done to reduce the cost for the average person attempting to increase their homes efficiency? ex someone paying for materials and install of new improved insulation. Are there other ways to increase the value of conservation making it more important to the average household ? koripoindexter98 https://padlet.com/mjohn187/tdeyuzo7hl7ug2p7/wish/679717644 We intend to offer incentives and tax breaks for individual homes looking to improve their energy efficiency. Energy efficiency can help save homeowners money in the long run and we want to emphasize that for the homeowner. ]]> 2020-08-14 01:10:03 UTC https://padlet.com/mjohn187/tdeyuzo7hl7ug2p7/wish/679717644 How will your conservation techniques benefit the environment it is located in? koripoindexter98 https://padlet.com/mjohn187/tdeyuzo7hl7ug2p7/wish/679717706 Our conservation techniques will reduce the environmental impact wherever energy generating facilities are present. Specifically, conservation by driving EV's will greatly reduce the vehicle emissions in that area and allow for better air quality.]]> 2020-08-14 01:10:08 UTC https://padlet.com/mjohn187/tdeyuzo7hl7ug2p7/wish/679717706 Would you interfere in implementing conservation efforts in under-developed countries? Or is it too fragile of a state to enforce renewable/higher-maintenance energy methods there? koripoindexter98 https://padlet.com/mjohn187/tdeyuzo7hl7ug2p7/wish/679717786 Our NGO will still implement conservation efforts in under-developed countries, but would do so in a less intrusive approach. In these countries where high maintenance infrastructure and applications are rather difficult to implement at the moment, education and knowledge about energy become the priority. Simply spreading awareness and developing the public knowledge on energy and the strategies used to reduce our impact become ways in which these countries can take part in the conservation.]]> 2020-08-14 01:10:13 UTC https://padlet.com/mjohn187/tdeyuzo7hl7ug2p7/wish/679717786 What can we do to put more of the ethical weight on the corporations to conserve and shift this pressure from the far less significant individual consumer? koripoindexter98 https://padlet.com/mjohn187/tdeyuzo7hl7ug2p7/wish/679717876 Since many of these corporations are knowledgeable, constantly making them aware of the influence and impact they have on the environment is a starting approach. Once fully aware, incentives can be put in place for those who have accomplished a reduction in energy use.]]> 2020-08-14 01:10:21 UTC https://padlet.com/mjohn187/tdeyuzo7hl7ug2p7/wish/679717876 Since this grant is for domestic energy development, how do you plan to ensure that corporations (who bear the brunt of environmental responsibility) don’t simply export operations to countries with less stringent environmental regulations to work around the added costs of going green? koripoindexter98 https://padlet.com/mjohn187/tdeyuzo7hl7ug2p7/wish/679717942 In regards to exporting operations to less stringent countries, incentives focused on the domestic production and operation of these corporations become a leading objective. In creating this incentive, the corporations would have to show proof of its domestic operations and all the transactions involved.]]> 2020-08-14 01:10:26 UTC https://padlet.com/mjohn187/tdeyuzo7hl7ug2p7/wish/679717942 What are the top ways to increase conservation on an individual level? On a corporate scale? Which consumer pool will be most willing to increase their conservation tactics? How will you get them to do this if there is push back? koripoindexter98 https://padlet.com/mjohn187/tdeyuzo7hl7ug2p7/wish/679718013 On the individual level, exchanging appliances with energy-efficient models and reducing the use of energy by adjusting behavioral actions become important factors in increasing conservation. (shown in Insulation and Increased Efficiency and Reduced Use) As for the corporate scale, making the more grandeur changes in building efficiency, their transactions, and the operations through more energy-efficient strategies is essential. Individuals and corporations who are more aware of their actions and have a similar mindset are the ones most willing to make these changes. Some individuals have the mindset that if they're the only ones contributing, a difference cannot be made whereas some corporations see cost effective more important than energy-efficient. It isn't so much about which consumer pool to target and achieve the numbers from, but rather how we can get everyone to realize their environmental impacts and make these changes. Changes like these are always difficult to get many of board with, thus incentives are created and more attention to the influence people have are brought into the spotlight.]]> 2020-08-14 01:10:32 UTC https://padlet.com/mjohn187/tdeyuzo7hl7ug2p7/wish/679718013 Can your team describe instances where conservation efforts resulted in tangible benefits for the community, such as the incredible success of the Clean Air Act in reducing smog and improving air quality in LA? koripoindexter98 https://padlet.com/mjohn187/tdeyuzo7hl7ug2p7/wish/679718073 Conservation efforts in the field of architecture, planning, and construction have the LEED rating system that honors and awards the infrastructure, firms, and corporations involved with the design and utilization of sustainable strategies and technologies. ]]> 2020-08-14 01:10:37 UTC https://padlet.com/mjohn187/tdeyuzo7hl7ug2p7/wish/679718073 How do you plan on accounting for the variety of scales you'll be encountering in terms of conservation? Plans and ideas need to be catered towards specific towns, communities, states, countries, and even globally. How do you get all of these scales on board and working together? koripoindexter98 https://padlet.com/mjohn187/tdeyuzo7hl7ug2p7/wish/679718151 Each of these scales has a part in energy conservation, whether big or small. Catering specific strategies and changes that could be made to each of the scales and emphasizing the importance and influence is a starting point. How we view getting everyone on board with this is stressing the importance of doing what is possible in their power to make a difference. This is where education and awareness becomes key and as a population where seeing results are just as important, frequently displaying data regarding the impacts made from these changes becomes a motivation to continue and get many more involved.]]> 2020-08-14 01:10:43 UTC https://padlet.com/mjohn187/tdeyuzo7hl7ug2p7/wish/679718151 How much energy is heating and cooling the average home? koripoindexter98 https://padlet.com/mjohn187/tdeyuzo7hl7ug2p7/wish/679791651 35-40%]]> 2020-08-14 02:35:55 UTC https://padlet.com/mjohn187/tdeyuzo7hl7ug2p7/wish/679791651 How will we incorporate EV's? lsskinne https://padlet.com/mjohn187/tdeyuzo7hl7ug2p7/wish/679794974 Using 15% of our $64 million budget, we will install infrastructure to encourage the use of electric vehicles over gasoline vehicles. Most of these funds will be used to place charging stations in locations where people work or live. The chargers will be connected to the smart grid, so the majority of the energy will come from alternative energy sources such as wind and solar.]]> 2020-08-14 02:39:39 UTC https://padlet.com/mjohn187/tdeyuzo7hl7ug2p7/wish/679794974 Net-Metering tammychao18 https://padlet.com/mjohn187/tdeyuzo7hl7ug2p7/wish/679831972 In addition, for those generating their own renewable power at home, net metering is also an available option to record power flows back into the grid as credit. Those who are able to generate energy and invest it back into the grid reduce the cost of energy consumption and provide the opportunity to receive a check for excess power generation. The possibility of getting a return for energy becomes an incentive for the implementation of personal energy generation programs. ]]> 2020-08-14 03:22:12 UTC https://padlet.com/mjohn187/tdeyuzo7hl7ug2p7/wish/679831972 Increased Efficiency tammychao18 https://padlet.com/mjohn187/tdeyuzo7hl7ug2p7/wish/680265723 Energy efficiency means using less energy to perform the asme task that in turn reduces waste. Renewable energy technique helps accomplish this by improving energy efficiency in the cheapest and most immediate manner. 

Buildings can optimize efficiency and incorporate renewable energy by making changes as small as using LED light bulbs and energy efficient appliances to upgrading insulation. Neighborhoods designed for mixed use developments allowing multiple options for transportation reduces the need for personal vehicle travel. Additionally, when a personal car is essential, plug-in hybrids and fully electric vehicles become the choice for fuel efficiency. 

Another targeted area involves energy generation and distribution. Capturing the waste made in the process of generating energy through combine heat and power systems increases efficiency of power generation from approximately 33% to 80%. From there, the Smart Grid improves the efficiency of electric generation, distribution, and consumption.]]> 2020-08-14 13:47:53 UTC https://padlet.com/mjohn187/tdeyuzo7hl7ug2p7/wish/680265723 Reduced Use tammychao18 https://padlet.com/mjohn187/tdeyuzo7hl7ug2p7/wish/680314659 Human behavior and view towards conserving energy remains a large factor in this project. The way people use technology significantly impacts their effectiveness. The installation of better, more efficient appliances have shown to save the 30% of energy lost in the technologies of a variety of social, cultural, and economic factors. 

The multiple ways to reduce electricity use in homes starts with purchasing appliances, lighting, space heating and cooling, and  water heating with energy-efficient systems. Even without the purchase of all these new appliances, energy use can be reduced by making behavioral changes. Adjusting day-to-day behaviors by turning off the lights or appliances not in use, using energy-intensive appliances less by performing them manually, and even avoiding the usage of some appliances have the potential for utility savings. Tasks such as hang-drying clothes, washing dishes by hand, and implementing insulation rather than changing the thermostat.]]> 2020-08-14 14:16:51 UTC https://padlet.com/mjohn187/tdeyuzo7hl7ug2p7/wish/680314659 Off - Peak Hours mjohn187 https://padlet.com/mjohn187/tdeyuzo7hl7ug2p7/wish/681767611 Another way to improve efficiency is to place preference towards using energy-intensive appliances such as dryers during off-peak hours, or when energy demand is lower in an area. This puts less stress on the grid and allows it to manage an electrical load without having everyone operate large appliances at the same time. This could be as simple as not operating a dryer during the heat of a summer day when there may be many air conditioning units already running.]]> 2020-08-16 12:07:59 UTC https://padlet.com/mjohn187/tdeyuzo7hl7ug2p7/wish/681767611 Education mjohn187 https://padlet.com/mjohn187/tdeyuzo7hl7ug2p7/wish/681768717 The single greatest thing we can do to improve our energy efficiency and reduce its use is to educate people as to the importance of energy conservation, and also how they can best conserve energy. Taking an energy budget is one useful way to do this, as it makes it clearer to the user where they have a large amount of energy going, and by implementing better practices and lower energy appliances, energy consumption can be reduced. ]]> 2020-08-16 12:11:23 UTC https://padlet.com/mjohn187/tdeyuzo7hl7ug2p7/wish/681768717