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Energy Footprint Simulation Worksheet

The Energy Footprint Simulation aims to educate students on the environmental impact of their daily actions and the benefits of green technologies. Students work in groups to analyze their carbon footprints using scenario cards, identify high-impact activities, and replace them with greener alternatives. The exercise culminates in comparing the original and improved carbon footprints to highlight the effectiveness of sustainable choices.

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Energy Footprint Simulation Worksheet

The Energy Footprint Simulation aims to educate students on the environmental impact of their daily actions and the benefits of green technologies. Students work in groups to analyze their carbon footprints using scenario cards, identify high-impact activities, and replace them with greener alternatives. The exercise culminates in comparing the original and improved carbon footprints to highlight the effectiveness of sustainable choices.

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The Energy Footprint Simulation

Objective
To help students understand how everyday actions and technologies contribute to
environmental impact, and how green technologies can reduce that impact by lowering
energy use and carbon emissions.

Instructions
1. Form groups of 3–4 students.

2. Distribute the scenario cards.

3. Calculate the total carbon points based on your group's scenarios.

4. Identify which activities involve green technology.

5. Replace high-impact activities with greener alternatives and recalculate.

6. Compare the original and improved footprints.

Sample Scenario Cards and Carbon Points


Scenario Carbon Points

Driving to school alone in a petrol car 10

Taking public transport 5

Cycling or walking to school 1

Using a regular light bulb 6

Using an LED light bulb 2

Throwing food waste in the bin 7

Composting food waste 2

Charging a phone overnight 4

Unplugging devices when not in use 1

Drinking from single-use plastic bottle 6

Using a reusable bottle 2

Using air conditioner for 8 hours 12

Using a fan instead of air conditioner 3


Carbon Footprint Tracker Worksheet
Group Members: ________________________________________

Date: __________________

Original Lifestyle
List down your group’s chosen scenarios and their carbon points.

Activity Carbon Points Green Tech Involved?


(Yes/No)

Total Carbon Points: ____________

Improved Lifestyle Using Green Technology


Replace high-carbon activities with green alternatives.

Activity Carbon Points Green Tech Used

New Total Carbon Points: ____________

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