Lesson Plan

Home Energy Audit

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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.

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CCSS: Designed
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