Title: Describe behavior modification factors in relation to the demand for energy.
Course: Energy Demand: Sustainability and Efficiency (20901-II) > Section: Understanding Behavior Modification

Description should include factors involved in behavior modification such as

- understanding current energy use and opportunities for improvement (education and awareness)
- policy requirements and incentive programs
- availability of smart technology
- financial considerations
- social trends.

Teacher Resources:

- Energy Masters Program, Virginia Cooperative Extension (https://arlington.ext.vt.edu/programs/energy-masters-volunteers.html)
- Virginia Energy Sense (https://www.virginiaenergysense.org/)

Process/Skill Questions:

- What are the financial benefits of behavior modification?
- What are the different behavior modifications in relation to energy use across the sectors?
- Why might energy use behaviors be different at work vs. at home?