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Energy Conservation at Home, School and in Your Community

Energy Conservation at Home, School and in Your Community. TEKS 6.7B. Types of Resources. Perpetual not affected by human use Renewable are replenished through biogeochemical and physical cycles Non-renewable do not replenish themselves or at a very slow rate (like fossil fuels).

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Energy Conservation at Home, School and in Your Community

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  1. Energy Conservation at Home, School and in Your Community TEKS 6.7B

  2. Types of Resources • Perpetual • not affected by human use • Renewable • are replenished through biogeochemical and physical cycles • Non-renewable • do not replenish themselves or at a very slow rate (like fossil fuels)

  3. Perpetual Resources Wind Sunlight

  4. Renewable Resources (Organic Types) Plant life Animal life

  5. Renewable Resources (Inorganic Types) Air Water

  6. Non-Renewable Resources Minerals Fossil fuels

  7. Conserving Resources at Home, School or in Your Community See if your community offers a recycling program! Turn off lights and appliances when you leave a room or when they’re not needed

  8. Help Conserve Resources By: • Turning off the water when brushing your teeth • Taking short showers instead of baths • Bringing your own fabric bag when you shop- don’t use plastic bags!

  9. What Else Can YOU Do? • Print and copy double-sided • Use less air conditioning/heating • Share these tips with your friends and family- spread the word!

  10. Fun Exercise:”WaterSense” Game Click here!

  11. Important Sites • http://library.thinkquest.org/26026/Science/renewable_resources.html#

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