lecture 25

Flashcards about climate change and ways to help the environment.

48 + CO2eq/yr

The amount of greenhouse gasses a typical US household releases in a year.

Decarbonize

To make the economy carbon neutral by switching to electric alternatives.

Zero-emission energy sources

Wind, solar, hydro, and nuclear.

Capsule Wardrobe

A collection of essential clothing items that can be mixed and matched to create a variety of outfits.

Active Commuting

Integrating physical activity into the daily routine by walking or biking to work or school.

Home nanogrids

A network of interconnected microgrids within a home that allows for energy sharing and optimization.

Linked microgrids

A small-scale, localized grid that can operate independently or in conjunction with the main power grid.

Divestment from fossil fuels

A movement to fight climate change by pressuring institutions to remove investments from fossil fuels.

Rebate

A discount on the price of something.