School districts should be aware that going green can equal financial rewards.
Schools need to stop and have a think about who they use natural gas and electricity, heating and air conditioning systems.
One example; a school vending machine can cost up to $450 a year in electricity to run. However if they would attach a motion sensor that can automatically shut down the machine’s compressor when there is no activity, they would be able to save up to two-thirds electricity per machine, and most schools have a lot of vending machines.
Students everywhere in schools across the country need to get the message about taking responsibility for helping to save the planet.
Here are some groups to help you get started:
- EPA Student Center – This Environmental Protection Agency site includes information on a wide range of environmental issues. Kids can click on “Fun Activities” to play environmental games.
- The Greens – Izz and Dex are green animated characters that have lots of great ideas about protecting the planet. You can watch short cartoons about environmental issues.
Nature Challenge for Kids – a David Suzuki Foundation website for all kinds of fun activities such as ten simple ways to protect nature.
Remember to join some community groups this summer. Help pick up garbage at the beach, or simply at a nearby park.
