K–6Civic Lab
Energy Audit
Reduce energy waste
Maris
OtisBefore you start
- Age band
- K–6
- Time
- 30–60 minutes
- Quest type
- Hanging Out
- Guardian
- Sera · Washington
- Materials needed
- Kill-A-Watt Electricity Usage Monitor
- LED Light Bulb Multipack
- Door Draft Stopper & Window Weatherstrip Kit
Why this skill rocks
Let's be energy detectives! You get to find out where your house uses too much power and help save energy, which is super good for the planet and your family's wallet.
2034Where this could take you
In 2034, you could be helping design super-efficient Olympic venues, advising on how to power entire cities with clean energy, or even inventing new ways to save power.
What You'll Need
Optional materials for this quest.
Kill-A-Watt Electricity Usage Monitor
RequiredPlug any appliance into this device to see exactly how many watts it draws — the hands-on tool that makes phantom load visible and measurable.
LED Light Bulb Multipack
RequiredSwapping incandescent bulbs for LEDs is one of the easiest, highest-impact energy audit fixes — this multipack covers several rooms at once.
Door Draft Stopper & Window Weatherstrip Kit
Sealing drafts is one of the cheapest ways to cut heating and cooling costs — especially important in Utah where temperature swings are extreme.