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E-LEARNING MODULES AND LEARNING GUIDE FOR TEACHERS
Objective 7: Justify the need for energy conservation in the Caribbean.
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Energy conservation is often referred to as the ‘low hanging
fruit’ because all it requires is rationing the amount of energy
used by incorporating simple lifestyle changes regarding energy
use and requires little or no investment. Applying in energy
conservation measures within our homes, and businesses help
to reduce our carbon footprint and provide many
environmental benefits as well as monetary savings.
Energy Conservation is important because it:
• Reduces energy consumption.
• Reduces utility bills.
• Reduces operation costs and increases profitability for businesses.
• Helps to save money.
• Extends the lifetime of the equipment.
• Lessens the maintenance cost by operating fewer hours.
• Reduces carbon emissions.
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