Observe how electricity is used in a classroom and build a routine for switching off lights, fans, AC units, chargers, and devices when not needed.
5 school daysEnergy monitors or rotating class teams
SDGs Used
Why this activity supports the Sustainable Development Goals.
Students should understand that the project is not just a task to complete. It connects learning to a real goal, a real school habit, and a real community improvement.
SDG 9
Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
Students use simple monitoring systems and digital records to improve how school spaces are managed.
SDG 13
Climate Action
Reducing wasted electricity helps students connect daily behaviour to climate-conscious living.
Activity Guide
Step-by-step instructions for students.
Use this as a class project, club activity, homework investigation, or school action challenge. Teachers can shorten or expand it based on age group and available time.
What students will need
Energy checklist
Clipboard
Timer or phone clock
Classroom reminder signs
Teacher permission
What to do
List the main energy users in the classroom: lights, fans, AC, projector, speakers, chargers, and computers.
Create a morning, lunchtime, and end-of-day checklist.
Assign energy monitors to observe without interrupting lessons.
Record which items were left on when they were not needed.
Discuss why the waste happened and what reminder would help.
Create a simple classroom switch-off routine.
Review the results and choose one habit the class will keep permanently.
What to record
Devices left on
Time of day
Reason the device was left on
Actions taken
Habits that improved
Reflection questions
Which habit wastes the most energy?
What reminder is easiest to follow?
How does saving electricity support climate action?
Final student output
A classroom energy checklist, switch-off routine, and a short report showing the most common energy-saving opportunities.
Teacher / safety note
Students should not unplug equipment without permission. Never touch damaged cords, outlets, electrical panels, or equipment marked for staff use.
Ready for class
Students can complete this as evidence of action-based learning.
Encourage students to present their findings clearly, explain the SDGs involved, and show what changed because of their work.
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