Chapter 16, Problem 3CR

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The two concepts for this Section 16.2. Define and give an example of energy efficiency. Explain the reason why improving energy efficiency and reducing energy waste is a major energy resource. The percentage of the energy used in the United States is unnecessarily wasted. List three widely used energy-inefficient technologies. The major advantages of reducing energy waste. List four ways to save energy and money in industry. Define cogeneration. Definition of a smart electric grid and the reason why is it important. The U.S. CAFE standards. The hidden costs of using gasoline. List four ways to save energy and money in transportation. Distinguish between hybrid, plug-in hybrid, and all-electric vehicles. Explain the importance of developing better and cheaper batteries and list some advances in this area. Define fuel cells and their major advantages and disadvantages. Give some green architecture technologies. Define superinsulation. The 10 ways to improve energy efficiency in existing buildings. List six ways in which one can save energy where one live. Definition of the rebound effect and the way in which it can be reduced. Give five reasons why one is not making greater use of renewable energy.