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June 1, 2016 By Wendy 10 Comments

Energy Savings Tips: Kids’ Edition

I am a member of Project Envolve, which is sponsored by PPL Electric Utilities. I received compensation in exchange for sharing energy savings tips. All opinions are my own. #ProjectEnvolve #GetEnvolved

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Project Envolve has been a passion project of mine for a few years now, and I’ve really gained a lot from working with PPL Electric to spread the word about energy savings nationwide. I’ve learned about energy saving technology, vampire electronics, how landscaping can help lower your electric bill, and ways to save both big and small. But of all the things I’ll take with me as Phase 2 of this team project comes to an end, the thing I’ll remember most is teaching my kids all the energy savings tips I’ve learned. Because in the end, the best way to leave a better planet behind for our kids is to teach them how to take care of it themselves, right? When you know better, you do better, and Project Envolve has definitely taught my whole family a whole lot of “better” when it comes to saving money, energy, and our environment. 

Energy Savings Tips: Kids' Edition

Energy Savings Tips for Kids

Some of the energy savings tips I’ve shared through this project have been seriously cool, but more geared toward the adult set, such as finding yourself a cheaper energy provider (as this will help you save money on your energy as well), you can do this through a company like Simply Switch. This is a great way to make you realise how much money you are actually spending on energy, and further this might actually make you want to save your energy more (but also hello, home energy audit!) But, of the scads of info Project Envolve has sent my way, so much of it has been kid-friendly! So, to end this phase of our PE mission on an optimistic note, I’m listing my favorite energy saving tips that kids can understand and lend a hand with all on their own.

Travel Tips: Before you leave for that summer vacation, give the kids a checklist of potential energy-suckers to look for! Ask them to make sure curtains are closed to block the sun’s heat, and have them make a list of vampire electronics that need to be unplugged. (Bigger kids can do the unplugging, if they’re allowed.)

Holiday Tip: Choose energy-efficient holiday decorations. Glitter, sparkle and shine don’t use any electricity, and they can seriously amplify a string of light! Think mirrors, metallics, and this snowflake ornament tutorial that’s definitely kid-friendly.

Kids in the Kitchen: One of the safest way for kids to help out with the cooking is by utilizing the slow cooker. It’s easy for kids to add ingredients, and gets meals on the table without using a lot of power or heating up the house like the oven would. (I’m still in love with the decadent Triple Chocolate Bread Pudding Recipe I developed with energy savings in mind.)

Shut those doors! Give your little ones the task of keeping doors closed, both in the winter when heat is running, and in the summer when you certainly don’t need to waste AC power on rooms that aren’t being used. Little ones can understand the difference between hot and cold air, and giving them one simple task (like shutting doors) can pay off big time in both your bill and long-term household habits.

Never underestimate the power of unplugging. A jump rope, a kite, a simple pinwheel. What would childhood be without them? Much richer (and you will be too, because they don’t use anything but sheer kid power!)

Energy Savings Ideas for Kids

For more energy savings tips for the whole family, kids included, type “Project Envolve” into the search bod in my sidebar. You’ll find all of my previous PE posts and a wealth of energy savings info to help you save all year long. And don’t miss Project Envolve on Pinterest for more info and inspiration.

Huge thanks to PPL Electric Utilities and the Project Envolve Team for inviting me along on such a fun educational journey. Our house will truly never be the same!

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Filed Under: Energy Saving, Home & Garden Tagged With: energy efficiency, energy saving, project envolve, STEM, tips for kids

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  1. Brett Beyer says

    June 14, 2016 at 6:42 pm

    My standard energy saving techniques are “Who left the gol-durned door open! I’m not cooling the entire neighborhood, you know! And who left these lights on? IT’s day time for crying out loud!”

    I think your tips probably work better. Especially getting the kids to help with the crock-pot.

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    • Wendy says

      June 15, 2016 at 10:10 pm

      I’ve been known to use those techniques more than I’d care to admit, Brett! (Although I got them honestly. From my dad!)

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  2. Mistee Dawn says

    June 14, 2016 at 8:43 pm

    What great tips for kids! I will definitely be discussing these with my daughter! Thanks!

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  3. Brandy says

    June 14, 2016 at 9:15 pm

    These are wonderful tips to save on energy costs. Thanks for sharing!

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  4. Winona R says

    June 14, 2016 at 9:24 pm

    These are great tips to help save energy ! We make sure to do many of these suggestions in our home.
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  5. janis says

    June 14, 2016 at 11:46 pm

    These are really great tips! Being energy conscious is super important, and it really makes a big difference!

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  6. Crystal says

    June 15, 2016 at 12:29 am

    We don’t have AC in our house, so we try to get out of the house during the middle of the day during the summer. It’s fun to explore and use kid power!
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  7. Sarah says

    June 15, 2016 at 1:32 am

    Awesome tips! I swear I feel like I’m always yelling at the kids to shut the door or turn off the lights. You would think they’d do it by now. Turning off the lights makes such a huge difference in my bill.
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  8. Clo says

    June 15, 2016 at 6:14 am

    Teaching kids from young about saving energy is very important. I see adults today not even care how much they burn energy with lights all on in the house.

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  9. Nancy at Whispered Inspirations says

    June 15, 2016 at 6:56 pm

    These are such great tips! It’s always good to get the kids involved.

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