Key learning points

1. Activities at home and at school use different types and amounts of energy.
2. Heating, lighting, cooking and heating water use lots of energy and can be monitored by meter readings.
3. Different forms of transport use very differing amounts of energy, but active travel uses the least.
4. Reducing energy use can contribute to reducing the impacts of climate change.

Keywords

• Appliances - Appliances are devices used for a particular purpose that usually require electricity to work, e.g. fridge, vacuum cleaner or TV.

• Meters - Meters measure the flow and amount of electricity or gas into different buildings or homes.

• Active travel - Active travel is ways of travelling that involve some activity from people, e.g. walking, cycling or scooting.

Common misconception