Sentences with phrase «in energy consumption habits»

Whatever the plan, its implementation should include a change in energy consumption habits to slow the inevitable global warming.

Through the program the Secretary will make grants to public and private institutions of higher education to study the effects of consumer behavior on total energy use; potential energy savings from changes in consumption habits; the ability to reduce greenhouse gas emissions through changes in energy consumption habits; increase public awareness of Federal climate adaptation and mitigation programs; and the potential for alterations in consumer behavior to further American energy independence.

(Sec. 265) Authorizes the Secretary to establish a research program to: (1) identify the factors affecting consumer actions to conserve energy and make improvements in energy efficiency; and (2) make grants to institutions of higher education to study the effects of consumer behavior on total energy use, the potential energy savings from changes in consumption habits, the ability to reduce GHG emissions through changes in energy consumption habits, increasing public awareness of federal climate adaptation and mitigation programs, and the potential for alterations in consumer behavior to further American energy independence.

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Their estimates suggest a population of over 9 billion people and a change in dietary habits, such as increased meat consumption, using more resources such as water, energy and land.

Carbohydrates provide a quick and easy source of energy for the body, and they certainly have their place, but when a person gets in a habit of carbohydrate consumption, the result can be blood sugar fluctuations that lead to cravings.

Answer a few questions about your transportation habits, energy use, and consumption patterns to get a better idea of where you're acting in an eco-friendly way and where you could use a little improvement.

Although caffeine is generally accepted as safe for consumption in moderation, there are some solid benefits to breaking the habit and quitting coffee, energy drinks, tea, soda etc...

Watch for any changes in eating habits, water consumption, energy levels or weight and consult your Pets veterinarian at the first signs.

In contrast, customers who were charged more for electricity during peak - demand hours formed longer - term habits that reduced energy consumption during those times.

For example, while Pope Francis singles out «the increasing use and power of air - conditioning» as a «harmful habit of consumption,» it is worth remembering that such energy - intensive activities result in pollution and the depletion of scarce resources only when a society needs to rely on dirty and non-renewable energy sources.