Energy conservation in the home. A study on a typical suburban home electricity use. Lighting.

Energy conservation is something we all hear about on a regular basis. Why should we as consumers bother to worry about energy conservation? The answer is quite simple. We are using fossil fuels to provide our energy that we mostly take for granted. This is a resource that will eventually run out. The human race is growing at a rapid rate and the impact on the global energy requirements is massive. For every Kilowatt-hour saved, 1.2…

…used to generate our power will not last forever. New ways to produce electricity are a long way off replacing the current power stations; so each and every one of us must start conserving this valuable resource. Our children's future depends on it. References Building Management Authority, Environmental Services Branch (1993) The Utilities Management Program: WA Government. Encyclopaedia Britannica CD ROM version (2003), accessed on 28 May 2003. Western Power internet site www.wpcorp.com.au accessed on 25 May 2003.