Most of the things that we do during the day require electricity. Since we do so many things that use it, we waste more energy than we think we are. Lighting up the whole school from 7:40-2:50... that's a lot of energy being used! There's a lot more things being used that require electricity, such as the heating system, Prometheans, computers, the radios, and the printers... Our sources of electricity come mainly from burning coal and natural gas - which are nonrenewable resources. once they're gone, we can't use them. We need to find energy-efficient ways that don't harm the environment so that we can use electricity and keep the ecosystem healthy.

- Paulo F.

Our 5th-grade energy audit at Laburnum Elementary revealed valuable insights into how we can make our school more energy efficient. By analyzing classroom energy use, lighting, and electronics, we identified key areas where small changes can lead to big energy savings. From turning off unused lights to managing device usage, our students are excited to take action and create a greener, more sustainable environment. This project not only empowered our young scientists to think critically but also showed them how small choices can have a lasting impact on our school and community.

- Michelle DeLano