Some researchers think 2000 watts of average continuous energy use – or 48 kilowatt hours per person per day – is enough to live a good life But what's it like in practice? New Scientist reporter James Dinneen took up the 2000wattchallenge to find out
THE first thing I did was turn off the lights. Then I unplugged everything. On reflection, I reconnected my fridge. Next, I made a list of all the other ways I consume energy. Gas-powered boilers heat my apartment and water. I cook on a gas stove. I take the New York City subway to work.
For longer trips, I drive or hail a ride, and I fly. Then there’s the fridge, washing machine and dryer, elevators, a computer, phone, even my toothbrush. I add to the list anything I buy that requires energy to make and transport. Plus the food I consume or throw away. Nearly everything I do requires energy.
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