Description
This class will explore energy efficiency and establish that it is the greatest source of energy that we have: saving existing energy (Conservation). We will discuss EPA programs like Energy Star, which sets manufacturers' guidelines, and minimum standards requirements will be covered. The student will become familiar with terminology, conservation policies, and energy efficient programs. This course will cover building design and residential construction with methodologies teaching the student how to save energy and the environment, and how to be save energy and the environment, and how to be a smart energy efficient consumer in daily life. Alternative energy sources will be reviewed along with their efficiencies and impacts upon the environment. Various policies and programs such as LEED certifications will be discussed. Topics such as the carbon footprint, co-generation, practical conservation approaches, and life cycle costs will be covered. This course will review the appli