All Flashcards
Define energy conservation.
Reducing energy consumption through efficient practices.
What are fossil fuels?
Non-renewable resources like coal, oil, and natural gas.
Define greenhouse gas emissions.
Release of gases trapping heat in the atmosphere.
What is energy efficiency?
Using less energy to perform the same task.
What is the Energy Star label?
A symbol for energy-efficient appliances and products.
Define renewable energy.
Energy from sources that are naturally replenished.
What are energy audits?
Assessments to identify energy waste in buildings.
Define sustainability.
Meeting present needs without compromising future generations.
What is national security in the context of energy?
Reducing reliance on foreign energy sources.
Define subsidies.
Financial assistance from the government.
What are the environmental consequences of not conserving energy?
Pollution, greenhouse gas emissions, habitat loss, and climate change.
What is the effect of using energy-efficient appliances?
Reduced energy consumption, lower energy bills, and decreased greenhouse gas emissions.
What is the effect of shorter showers?
Saves water and the energy used to heat it, reducing water and energy consumption.
What is the effect of increased public transportation use?
Reduced air pollution, decreased energy consumption, and lower greenhouse gas emissions.
What is the effect of promoting renewable energy sources?
Decreased reliance on fossil fuels, reduced greenhouse gas emissions, and a cleaner environment.
What are the consequences of habitat destruction?
Loss of biodiversity, disruption of ecosystems, and increased greenhouse gas emissions.
What is the effect of implementing energy-efficient building codes?
Reduced energy consumption in new buildings, leading to lower overall energy demand and emissions.
What are the effects of rising energy prices?
Increased financial burden on households, particularly low-income ones, and potential economic slowdown.
What is the effect of using home insulation?
Reduced heat transfer, lower energy bills, and decreased greenhouse gas emissions.
What are the effects of climate change?
Rising temperatures, extreme weather events, sea-level rise, and disruptions to ecosystems and human societies.
What are the effects of not conserving energy?
Environmental damage, economic costs, dependence on foreign sources.
How does increased energy consumption lead to habitat loss?
Resource extraction and pollution destroy ecosystems.
What is the relationship between energy use and climate change?
Burning fossil fuels releases greenhouse gases, warming the planet.
What is the effect of shorter showers on water conservation?
It saves water and the energy used to heat it.
What is the impact of using LED light bulbs?
They use less energy than traditional bulbs.
How do double-pane windows and insulation affect energy use?
They keep heat in during winter and out during summer.
What is the impact of reliance on foreign energy sources?
Risks to national security and economic stability.
How does poor energy conservation affect low-income households?
Rising energy costs create financial strain.
What is the effect of higher energy prices?
Stifles innovation and competitiveness.
What is the impact of mandatory energy audits?
Identifies specific areas of energy waste in buildings.