Plugged-In Age Feeds a Hunger for Electricity

in Subject: Government, Economics, Social Studies
Age Level: K-2, 3-5, 6-8, 9-12
Resource Type: Article
Topic: Climate & Weather, Energy

This New York Times article explores how the surge in electricity-consuming gadgets, including cellphones, iPods and personal computers, has led to greater energy consumption. The article also discusses the role of the government, industry and trade organizations on energy usage.

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