Students calculate the yearly costs of operating energy-efficient appliances and light bulbs and compare them to the costs of using standard appliances and bulbs.
Topic
Spend (Budgeting, Buying things, Paying bills)
Subject
CTE (Career and technical education), Math, Science
Grade Level
Middle school (6-8)
Duration
45-60 minutes
Big idea
Energy-efficient appliances and light bulbs can save money.
Essential questions
- What is energy efficiency?
- Why could it be a good idea to save energy?
Objectives
- Calculate savings from energy-efficient appliances and light bulbs
- Understand ways to save money by saving energy
What students will do
- Calculate and compare the costs of operating energy-efficient appliances and bulbs with standard appliances and bulbs.
- Consider ways to save money by using less energy in their homes.
Download activity
Teacher guide
cfpb_building_block_activities_calculating-energy-costs_guide.pdf
Student materials
cfpb_building_block_activities_calculating-energy-costs_worksheet.pdf
Note: Please remember to consider your students’ accommodations and special needs to ensure that all students are able to participate in a meaningful way.
