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Energy sources fall into two categories RenewableNon-Renewable

Renewable Biomass Geothermal Hydro Solar Wind Non-Renewable Coal Natural Gas Petroleum Uranium Energy Sources All have positive and negative attributes related to environmental impacts, abundance, cost, reliability, etc. What are they?

Energy Consumption by Sector

Energy Consumption by Fuel

TRUE or FALSE? “The world’s electricity consumption is predicted to increase by 100% in the next 25 years."

The world’s electricity consumption will increase dramatically due to: – increased world population – increased demand in the U.S. and other developed countries – increased demand from developing countries, such as China and India

What energy sources are used to generate electricity?

NASA Satellite Image

Transportation NY StateUS Petroleum Products 92.16%96.15% Biofuels5.61%1.57% Electricity0.89%0.09% Natural Gas1.35%2.19%

TRUE or FALSE? “The U.S. consumes only 10% of the world’s oil.”

The U.S. consumes about 23% of the world’s oil. Consumption Million Barrels Per Day World 85.4 million United States 19.4 million US in 2025 (projected) 26.1 million New York State 0.8 million EIA International Petroleum Monthly, May 2009, Patterns and Trends, NYSERDA

Every energy source has advantages and disadvantages. Do you know what they are? Let’s test your Energy IQ…

Climate, Climate Change, and Global Warming What are the differences? Climate – the condition of the atmosphere at a particular location over a long period of time (from one month to many millions of years, but generally 30 years). Climate change - any significant change in measures of climate (temperature, precipitation, or wind) lasting for an extended period (decades or longer). Global warming – average increase in temperature of atmosphere near the Earth’s surface and in troposphere, which can contribute to changes in global climate patterns.

Climate is Warming at a Faster Rate Than Expected “Warming of the climate system is unequivocal, as is now evident from observations of increases in global average air and ocean temperatures, widespread melting of snow and ice, and rising global average sea level.” (UN Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change, 2007)

Global Carbon Cycle (Billion Metric Tons Carbon)

Greenhouse Gases - Past 2000 Years IPCC 2007 Working Group I

Increasing Melt Area on Greenland Photo: ©2004, ACIA / Map ©Clifford Grabhorn; Graph James Hansen, NASA

What does Global Climate Change mean for New York State?

How hot will summers “feel” in New York? Summer heat index

Extreme Heat in Our Cities New York City – and Flooding Credit: Applied Science Associates, Inc.. Source: Google, Sanborn Map Company, Inc.. NECIA, 2007 (see:

Why do we need to act? It’s a Global Issue Why do we need to act?

Effects on Our Planet Increased fresh water stress. Extreme drought or rain will affect food supply. Erosion and flooding in coastal areas will result in ‘environmental refugees.’ More intense storms.

What is being done? Technological advances resulting in more efficient equipment and processes. Modest increase in fuel efficiency standards for vehicles. Renewable Portfolio Standard (RPS). Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative (RGGI).

What can we do? Purchase ENERGY STAR lighting & appliances. Weatherize buildings. Modify behavior – such as energy conservation and adopting a more sustainable lifestyle. Advocate for better fuel efficiency standards for vehicles. Plant more trees. Increase awareness. Education is key!

“Be the change you want to see in the world.” Mahatma Ghandi

Energy Action at Home Designed for students to use with their families Grades 4-12 Order class sets on the roster at end of workshop Within 2-3 weeks, you’ll receive: –Workbooks –Postage-paid envelope –Incentive order form

Return Energy Savings Action Plans for Families After you complete unit with class, have families complete Energy Savings Action Plan on page 17 Return ONLY page 17 to NYSERDA. Either Xerox (so family can keep entire book) or cut off the page

NYSERDA will –Calculate energy savings metrics –Protect the privacy of shared information –Randomly select families to be surveyed, as follow-up to the Energy Action Plan for Families program.

Receive Kill A Watt™ Meter If at least 80% of class participates, teacher receives Kill A Watt™ meter and additional lessons All teachers that return any % of plans will be entered to win a grand prize, for their classroom, valued at $100

Any Questions? Information in workbook Returning Action Plans Receipt of Kill-a-watt meter Process to order additional copies –Or NYSMART- option 6