Energy Efficiency, Usage and Sustainability

Introduction

 

Task

1. Log onto http://www.mysusthouse.org/game.html

Play the three different games trying out each one

Read the introduction to learn about sustainability


2. Log onto http://olliesworld.com/club/gamehouse.htm

Play the energy saving game answering the questions 


3. After playing the two games, write down the title of the webquest and underneath write down 5 things you have learnt after playing both games


4. Do a google search and find websites on Energy Efficiency

- You should research the past, present and future  of electricty 

- Compare coal vs new technology

a) What was used for cooling, heating, light, communications, and what is used now?

b) Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of each one

c) Why don't we still use whale oil for lamps?

d) why are anufacturers producing electric cars?

 


Once you have gathered the information- Produce a power point presentation including answers to the above questions as well as pictures. Be creative as you like.

You will present your power point to the class.