Question

canadians personal energy consumption is only part of their total energy consumption.

• residential consumption (mostly heating) is about 17% of the total.
• transportation (motor vehicles, airplanes) is also about 17% of the total.

how can canadians reduce personal consumption

a. in the residential sector?
b. in the transportation sector?

a. upgrade to energy - efficient heating systems, improve home insulation, use programmable thermostats, and switch to renewable energy sources for home heating.
b. use public transit, carpool, switch to electric or hybrid vehicles, reduce air travel, and maintain vehicles for optimal fuel efficiency.

Explanation:

Answer:

a. Upgrade to energy-efficient heating systems, improve home insulation, use programmable thermostats, and switch to renewable energy sources for home heating.
b. Use public transit, carpool, switch to electric or hybrid vehicles, reduce air travel, and maintain vehicles for optimal fuel efficiency.