The Watt Watchers of Texas Blog

Eating Your Fruits and Vegetables (Even If They're "Ugly")

May 29, 2020

We are all told from a very young age that it is essential for our growing bodies to eat plenty of fruits and vegetables in order to stay healthy and happy. We may not always like the fruits or vegetables that our parents try to get us to eat, but they are still important and […]

Free Energy Homeschooling Resources

May 13, 2020

Becoming more energy efficient is a task that everyone should actively participate in and understand why it is important. While adults can clearly see the benefits of energy efficiency reflected in their utility bills, children may have a more difficult time understanding the significance. But that does not mean they should not play their part! […]

Energy Education Resources for Homeschooling

April 29, 2020

There are hundreds of energy resources available online to help you homeschool. While some are behind a paywall, we're happy to keep providing the Watt Watchers program for free during this time thanks to the generosity and support from our sponsors and partners. You may be intimidated by the very idea of homeschooling. However, it's […]

10 Ways to Save Energy in the Classroom

April 17, 2020

Saving energy by reducing consumption in Texas is a job that every person at every age can help to participate in and create a better world. At Watt Watchers of Texas, we want to bring energy-saving and conservation efforts into the schools and classrooms throughout the state. That is why we have developed the Student […]

Teaching Primary and Secondary Energy in the Classroom

April 10, 2020

One of the most common questions we get and one of the biggest concerns we try to address at Watt Watchers of Texas is the difference between primary and secondary energy. In order to effectively teach your students about the many benefits of participating in the reduction of your school’s energy consumption, they must first […]

Creating an Energy Savings Plan for Your School

March 23, 2020

When running a school--no matter where or what grade levels--there is far more to it than planning curricula and making sure that students attend class and are successful. Administrators and teachers must also consider certain factors such as financial resources and the ways that funds are allocated throughout the school. Just like the normal operation […]