Can we save our school money while saving the planet?
Energy is expensive. Plus, using too much energy is bad for the planet. In this project, students will conduct an energy audit of their school to help the planet—and their school’s pocketbook. Then, they will design, test, refine, and share solutions to reduce energy consumption. Finally, students will pitch the costs and benefits of their solutions to stakeholders.
Imagine if thousands of kids just like yours, all around the country, started making smart choices about energy consumption and shared that knowledge with others. What an impact this would have on sustainability!
What’s included in your project?
Project Supplies
Each Blue Apple Project comes with free supplies to get you started!
Free Supplies Included
- CFL Bulb
- Dollar Bill
- Incandescent Bulb
- “Prepare to be Shocked” Door Sign
- Wattage Meter
What do you need to provide?
- Calculators
- Lighter
- One-half Cup Rubbing Alcohol
- One-half Cup Water
- Tongs
- Poster Board or Chart Paper (Optional)
- Rich Principal with $100 Bill (Optional)
- Salt (Optional)
- Tablets or Other Digital Recording Devices (Optional)
- The Magic School Bus and the Electric Field Trip or Similar Book (Optional)
- Calculators
- Lighter
- One-half Cup Rubbing Alcohol
- One-half Cup Water
- Tongs
- Poster Board or Chart Paper (Optional)
- Rich Principal with $100 Bill (Optional)
- Salt (Optional)
- Tablets or Other Digital Recording Devices (Optional)
- The Magic School Bus and the Electric Field Trip or Similar Book (Optional)
Each Blue Apple Project Includes:
- Engaging lessons designed to make learning memorable, meaningful, and fun
- Curated online resources to save you time searching for content
- In-person, virtual, and hybrid options for all learning environments
- Cross-curricular mini-lessons in English-Language Arts, Math, Science, Social Studies, and Social-Emotional Learning
- Videos and contact info provided by real-world experts willing to meet with your students
- Opportunities to collaborate with other classrooms doing the same project
- Free project supplies to get you started right away
