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Wasting energy is when we use more electricity or fuel than necessary, and it's bad for our planet. For example, if we leave lights on in rooms with no one in them, we're using electricity that we don't really need. Also, if we let TVs or computers stay on all the time, even when we're not watching or using them, we're still using energy for no reason. Another way we waste energy is by opening the refrigerator door too often or leaving it open too long, making the fridge work harder to stay cold. Using air conditioners or heaters more than needed can also waste a lot of energy, especially if our homes are not properly insulated and we let warm or cool air escape.

To save energy, we can do simple things like turning off lights when we leave a room, using the TV and computer only when necessary, keeping the fridge door closed, and using fans instead of air conditioners when it's not too hot. During winter, wearing warmer clothes inside can help us avoid turning up the heat too much. By taking these steps, we not only help our planet by reducing the demand for electricity and fuel, but we can also save money on our energy bills. It's important and easy to start saving energy with just a few changes in how we do things every day.

  1. What does wasting energy mean?
  2. Name one common way people waste electricity in their homes.
  3. What happens when you leave the fridge door open too long?
  4. Why should we turn off the TV when nobody is watching it?
  5. What is one way to use less air conditioning?
  6. How can wearing warmer clothes help save energy in winter?
  7. What should you do with lights when you leave a room?
  8. Why is it bad for the planet to waste energy?
  9. How does saving energy also save money?
  10. What is an alternative to using air conditioning on not-too-hot days?

answers

  1. Using more electricity or fuel than necessary.
  2. Leaving lights on in empty rooms.
  3. The fridge works harder to stay cold.
  4. To avoid using energy for no reason.
  5. Use fans instead.
  6. It helps avoid turning up the heat.
  7. Turn them off.
  8. It increases the demand for electricity and fuel.
  9. It reduces energy bills.
  10. Using fans.