Question

Can you reduce energy use without compromising people's basic needs (such as opening a car, cooking food, home lighting, electric power and technology, etc.)? give various examples

Answer 1

Answer:

   yes

• electric and/or hybrid cars
• microwave ovens
• LED lighting
• low-power electronics

Explanation:

Advances in technology and changes in social organization have brought about reductions in energy use on many fronts.

• hybrid/electric vehicles have reduced transportation energy needs
• microwave ovens have reduced cooking energy needs
• LED lighting has reduced lighting energy needs
• low-power electronics have reduced the energy cost of technology and entertainment
• heat pumps and insulated windows have reduced energy needs for home heating and cooling
• zoning laws have reduced the need for travel to work and shopping areas