Why they Matter?. How do Americans use energy? What is released into the atmosphere as energy is being used?

Why they Matter?

How do Americans use energy?

What is released into the atmosphere as energy is being used?

How do Americans use energy?

List ways the types of energy were used in the video:

– Electricity –

–Natural Gas and propane-

–Gasoline and Diesel-

What percentage of energy in the US relies on burning fossil fuels?

Types of Energy

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Ecological Footprint- how much land it takes to support your lifestyle◦ Includes the land it takes to Hold all your garbage Grow all of your food Measures how fast we consume resources and generate waste

Ecological Footprint

Go to the following websites to calculate your ecological footprint.

Share and discuss when you are done!

Tackling the problem TOGETHER.

carbon cube = 10 grams CO2

10 grams = 2 nickels (weight)

908 nickels = 10 pounds

10 pounds = 454 carbon cubes

How many cubes can we save?

Think of a way to reduce the size of your ecological footprint

Create a billboard which advertises and promotes your idea ◦ Must be SPECIFIC◦ Must be something that YOU can physically do