Electricity/Natural Gas
List 2 ways to save electricity in your home:
- Turn off the lights when you leave the room
- Plug electronics into a power bar and switch it off when not in use
- Use LED bulbs
-Make meals that do not use the oven or stove
What are some recent impacts of climate change that we have seen in Toronto?
Flooding
Heatwaves, heat island effect
Poor air quality from wildfires
List 2 ways to conserve water at home.
- Turn off the tap when brushing your teeth
- Run a full load in the washing machine
- Take a shower and not a bath
- Take shorter showers
- Have leaks fixed
What can you do to reduce your use of single-use plastics?
Use reusable items instead
Name 2 upgrades that TCHC has made to our buildings to conserve electricity.
- interior and exterior LED lights
- more efficient make-up air systems
- in-suite electricity meters
What is global warming?
Global warming is the long-term warming of the planet's overall temperature. Though it is a natural process that gases in the atmosphere trap heat to keep the earth at a habitable temperature, greenhouse gas emissions from human activity have magnified this process and the Earth is now warming at a much faster rate.
Name an upgrade that TCHC has made to our buildings to conserve water.
- water-efficient toilets, showerheads and aerators
How do you PROPERLY dispose of batteries?
Do not throw these in the trash. Collect them and bring them to official battery collection sites like Staples or City of Toronto Community Environment Days.
Ask your site superintendent if your building has a designated space to dispose HHW.
List 2 ways to effectively use your natural gas/heating.
•Keep vents and radiators clear of clutter
•Keep windows closed during the winter
•Open the blinds during the day and keep them closed at night
•Dress in warm layers and drink hot liquids
•Report high temperatures in your unit
True or False: The biggest source of greenhouse gases come from burning fossil fuels.
True
What is a faucet aerator?
An attachment at the opening of the water pipe, that adds air to the water flow, to soften the flow and use less water.
Which waste stream do the following items belong in?
Q-tips, black plastic and wipes
Garbage
Name 2 upgrades that TCHC has made to conserve heating/natural gas.
•Thermostats installed in tenant units
•Thermostatic Radiator Valve (TRV)
•Fans – kitchen, bathroom, ceiling
- Building cladding
- window replacement
Name 2 benefits of conserving utilities (water,energy) and managing waste
•Improved comfort and well-being, from a well-maintained unit.
•Stay warm in winter and cool in summer without heavy reliance on A/C and heating.
•Reduce the possibility of mold and pests.
Clean and healthy environment.
Which of the following wastes the most water?
a) Running water while washing dishes
b) Running water while brushing teeth
c) Leaky toilet
d) Taking a long shower
c) Leaky toilet, 757 liters is wasted a day with a leaky toilet.
Why is it important to only put small bags of garbage down the chute?
Large bags can get stuck in the chute. Larger bags need to be separated into smaller bags and placed in the chute. Large items, such as bulky items must be taken to the designated bulk area.