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The Energy Challenge

25 QUESTIONS TO TEST YOUR ENERGY ACUMEN

1:  Which of the following uses the most energy in American homes each year?
lighting
water heating
heating and cooling systems
refrigeration
 
2:  Which of the following has the most energy?
a nuclear bomb
a hurricane
a hamster on Red Bull
all the light bulbs in New York City when turned on for one year
 
3:  What sector of our economy consumes the most petroleum?
residential
commercial
industrial
transportation
 
4:  Among the following, today, which renewable energy source provides the U.S. with the most energy?
wind
solar
methane from cows
hydropower
 
5:  Which of the following is the most important to do to maintain your home heating and cooling system and conserve energy?
replace or clean air filters and vents
make sure the vents are not blocked
work longer at the office
sweater on / sweater off
 
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