> Know how windmills operate from your energy diagram packet. 1. What are the parts of a windmill? How does it generate electricity? 2. What is the difference between a vertical and horizontal wind turbine? 3. Why are offshore wind farms more efficient? 4. What is NIMBY? 5. How can we minimize impacts to birds and bats? 6.12 Describe methods for conserving energy Know: = Some of the methods for conserving energy around a home include adjusting the thermostat to reduce the heat/AC, conserving water, use of energy-efficient appliances, and conservation landscaping. Methods of conserving energy on a large scale include improving fuel economy for vehicles, using BEF' electric vehicles) and hybrid vehicles, using public transportation, and implementing green building desig features. More to know and understand: 1. Why aren't PV cells considered energy conservation? 2. What are CAFE standards? What are CAFE standards? Why are they helpful? 3. What are subsidies? 4. What are tax breaks? 5. What are some features of green building design that helps with energy conservation