Define energy demand.

Definition should include components such as

  • consumers
  • conservation and efficiency
  • renewable energy
  • diversity of energy sources (i.e., baseload vs. dispatchable)
  • environmental and economic effects and considerations.

Process/Skill Questions:

  • What is the difference between conservation and efficiency?
  • How is a diverse set of energy sources beneficial?
  • How are renewable and sustainable energy sources the same, and how are they different?
  • What is the difference between kilowatts and kilowatt-hours?