Make an even larger impact A great practice is to turn off lights in areas of the school where there is enough natural sunlight during lunchtime. Tips: Hold a regular Lights Out Lunch – once a month, weekly, or even every day. Track which classrooms take part and...
Enhance learning through inquiry Learn about your school’s energy use through Ontario EcoSchools resources and student-led investigation. Tips: The Classroom Lighting Assessment and School Energy Consumption Assessment are both great places to begin the inquiry, and...
Effective whole school communication To get everyone on board, highlight energy conservation practices on prominent signage with clear and simple instructions. Tips: Encourage each classroom to create its own poster for turning off the lights and other electronics and...
Incentives to get everyone involved There are many creative ways to highlight your school’s eco-achievements. Giving awards to classrooms that are switching lights off can build momentum around energy conservation at your school. Tips: Award participants with golden...
Enhance learning through inquiry When devices are left plugged in or on, they use “phantom energy.” Take action to reduce this often unseen energy waste. Tips: Knowledge is power: do a classroom audit to see what’s left plugged in, and use a watt meter to see how much...
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