Identify energy-efficient equipment and methods.

Identification should include

  • refrigerators
  • washer/dryers
  • heat pumps
  • solar panels
  • wind turbines
  • geothermal technology/heat/AC
  • light-emitting diode (LED) lights
  • organic light-emitting diode (OLED)
  • fluorescent light bulbs
  • electrical vehicles
  • wireless radio frequencies
  • internet of things (IoT)
  • power filters.

Process/Skill Questions:

  • What are the pros and cons of using energy-efficient devices?
  • What is an LED bulb?
  • What is geothermal energy?
  • What is the difference between a regular appliance and an ENERGY STAR appliance?
  • What is a tankless water heater? What are the pros and cons of using one?