A resource for teaching and learning about consuming planet earth
A resource for teaching and learning about consuming planet earth
A resource for teaching and learning about consuming planet earth
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B1<br />
Calculating utility costs<br />
Exercise 1 - How much does it cost?<br />
This activity requires household water, electricity, <strong>and</strong> gas bills. Find out how much<br />
water, gas, <strong>and</strong> electricity your house uses per day (be sure to record the correct unit<br />
eg. litres, watts), <strong>and</strong> how much each utility costs per day. Record the in<strong>for</strong>mation<br />
in the table below or create a spreadsheet. Also record how many people are living<br />
in your home.<br />
Number of people living in your home:<br />
Utility Amount used per day Cost per day Average cost per person<br />
(cost divided by number<br />
in the household)<br />
Water<br />
Gas<br />
Electricity<br />
Exercise 2 - Making comparisons<br />
a) Compare the values in small groups, note the similarities <strong>and</strong> differences in your family’s<br />
use of utilities <strong>and</strong> other families, <strong>and</strong> suggest some reasons <strong>for</strong> the differences.<br />
b) Make a note of any energy saving ideas offered by members of the group<br />
(in particular the families with the lowest average costs).<br />
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