By reducing the amount

of energy we use,

more money is available for schools

to use on educations programs.

There are so many reasons for WCPS to cut back on energy!

Savings

By reducing the amount of energy we use, we can really cut back on District spending. This means that more of the money gets spent on things that we really care about: programs for schools, new equipment...you get the idea! Imagine

• more money for teachers and staff
• more education and development programs
• new equipment

Environment

Every time we switch on a light, or make a cup of coffee, we use energy. Each time we use energy, we release carbon dioxide (C02) into the atmosphere. C02 is one of the main gases that contributes to global warming, which is a BIG threat to the planet, not only because it puts us in the hot seat, but because it causes a greater incidence of floods, storms and drought!

For more info, go to this EPA Page.

Education

By example, we can teach our future generations to preserve our natural resources. Energy is a very precious resource, and right now, most of our sources of energy are from non renewable fossil fuels. By using energy wisely, we can better provide for our children, as well as teach them to see the "Bigger Picture". For more information on fossil fuels, go to this Energy Site.