🫵🏝️World Environment Day (June 5) – some thoughts (save energy and reduce pollution, text, reading comprehension, sound files, B1, part 2/9)🏝️🫵

Hotels use electricity for lights, air conditioning, kitchens, and laundry.

What businesses can do:

• Use LED lights instead of old bulbs
• Turn off lights in empty rooms
• Use air conditioning only when needed
• Install solar panels if possible
• Buy electricity from clean energy sources

Example:
Big hotel groups like Hilton Worldwide try to reduce energy use in rooms and public areas. They also set goals to cut carbon emissions over time.

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Hotels use a lot of electricity every day. They need power for lights, air conditioning, kitchens, and laundry. This can create pollution and harm the environment. Because of this, hotels should try to use less energy and choose cleaner energy.

There are many simple ways hotels can save energy. First, they can use LED lights instead of old bulbs. LED lights use less electricity and last longer. Second, hotels can turn off lights in rooms when they are empty. This is an easy way to avoid waste. Third, air conditioning should be used only when it is needed. Guests and staff can also set it to a normal temperature instead of very cold settings.

Hotels can also install solar panels on roofs. Solar panels use energy from the sun, which is clean and free. Another good step is to buy electricity from clean energy sources like wind or water power. This helps reduce pollution from fossil fuels.

Big hotel groups like Hilton Worldwide already try to save energy in many of their hotels. They use energy-saving systems and set goals to reduce carbon emissions each year. This shows that even large companies can make positive changes.

If many hotels follow these steps, they can help protect the environment and save natural resources for the future.

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True or false:

1. Hotels use electricity for lighting, kitchens, and laundry.
2. LED lights use more electricity than old bulbs.
3. Air conditioning should be used only when needed.
4. Solar panels produce energy from the sun.
5. Fossil fuels are clean energy sources.
6. Turning off empty-room lights helps save energy.
7. Wind and water power are examples of clean energy.
8. Hotels should try to reduce energy use.
9. Solar energy is described as harmful and expensive.
10. Large hotel companies can reduce carbon emissions.
11. Air conditioning should always be set to very cold.
12. Saving energy can help protect the environment.
13. Hotels only use electricity for lighting.
14. Solar panels can be installed on hotel roofs.
15. Energy waste can be reduced by simple actions.

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Answers:
1-T, 2-F, 3-T, 4-T, 5-F, 6-T,
7-T, 8-T, 9-F, 10-T, 11-F,
12-T, 13-F, 14-T, 15-T

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Correct version:

Hotels use electricity for lighting, kitchens, and laundry.

LED lights use more electricity than old bulbs. True is: LED lights use less electricity than old bulbs.

Air conditioning should be used only when needed.

Solar panels produce energy from the sun.

Fossil fuels are clean energy sources. True is: Fossil fuels are not clean energy sources.

Turning off empty-room lights helps save energy.

Wind and water power are examples of clean energy.

Hotels should try to reduce energy use.

Solar energy is described as harmful and expensive. True is: Solar energy is described as clean and free.

Large hotel companies can reduce carbon emissions.

Air conditioning should always be set to very cold. True is: Air conditioning should be used at a normal temperature and only when needed.

Saving energy can help protect the environment.

Hotels only use electricity for lighting. True is: Hotels use electricity for lighting, air conditioning, kitchens, and laundry.

Solar panels can be installed on hotel roofs.

Energy waste can be reduced by simple actions.

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Match word and meaning:

Words

1. Pollution
2. Resource
3. Solar energy
4. Emissions
5. Fossil fuels
6. Electricity
7. Environment
8. Renewable
9. Carbon
10. System
11. Energy
12. Reduce
13. Install
14. Temperature
15. Maintain

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Meanings

A. Energy from the sun
B. Something useful that people need
C. Power used to operate machines and lights
D. Damage to air, water, or land
E. Coal, oil, and natural gas
F. Gases released into the atmosphere
G. The natural world around us
H. Able to be replaced naturally over time
I. A chemical element found in fuels and air
J. A group of connected parts working together
K. The ability to do work or produce power
L. To make something smaller or less
M. To put equipment into use or place
N. A measurement of how hot or cold something is
O. To keep something in good condition or working order

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Answers:
1-D, 2-B, 3-A, 4-F, 5-E, 6-C,
7-G, 8-H, 9-I, 10-J, 11-K,
12-L, 13-M, 14-N, 15-O

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Find evidence in the text (matching exercise)

Statements

1. Solar energy is clean and comes from a natural source.
2. Air conditioning should only be used when necessary.
3. Hotels use electricity for many different daily operations.
4. Large companies can take action to reduce environmental damage.
5. Turning off lights is a simple way to reduce energy use.
6. LED lights are more efficient than old bulbs.
7. Hotels should try to use less energy whenever possible.
8. Wind and water power are examples of clean energy.
9. Empty hotel rooms should not waste electricity.
10. Hotels can help protect natural resources for the future.
11. Solar panels can help hotels produce their own electricity.
12. Hilton Worldwide uses systems that save energy in hotels.
13. High energy use can harm the environment.
14. Hotels use a lot of electricity every day.
15. Companies can set yearly goals to reduce carbon emissions.

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Evidence (A–O)

A. “Hotels use a lot of electricity every day.”
B. “This can create pollution and harm the environment.”
C. “Even large companies can make positive changes.”
D. “LED lights use less electricity and last longer.”
E. “They can turn off lights in rooms when they are empty.”
F. “They use energy-saving systems and set goals to reduce carbon emissions each year.”
G. “Clean energy sources like wind or water power.”
H. “Hotels can help protect the environment and save natural resources for the future.”
I. “Solar panels use energy from the sun, which is clean and free.”
J. “They need power for lights, air conditioning, kitchens, and laundry.”
K. “Air conditioning should be used only when it is needed.”
L. “Hotels should try to use less energy and choose cleaner energy.”
M. “Hotels can install solar panels on roofs.”
N. “Turning off lights in rooms when they are empty.”
O. “Set goals to reduce carbon emissions each year.”

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Answers:

1-I, 2-K, 3-J, 4-C, 5-N, 6-D,
7-L, 8-G, 9-E, 10-H, 11-M,
12-F, 13-B, 14-A, 15-O

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Full version:

1. Solar energy is clean and comes from a natural source
   Evidence: “Solar panels use energy from the sun, which is clean and free.”
2. Air conditioning should only be used when necessary
   Evidence: “Air conditioning should be used only when it is needed.”
3. Hotels use electricity for many different daily operations
   Evidence: “They need power for lights, air conditioning, kitchens, and laundry.”
4. Large companies can take action to reduce environmental damage
   Evidence: “Even large companies can make positive changes.”
5. Turning off lights is a simple way to reduce energy use
   Evidence: “They can turn off lights in rooms when they are empty.”
6. LED lights are more efficient than old bulbs
   Evidence: “LED lights use less electricity and last longer.”
7. Hotels should try to use less energy whenever possible
   Evidence: “Hotels should try to use less energy and choose cleaner energy.”
8. Wind and water power are examples of clean energy
   Evidence: “Clean energy sources like wind or water power.”
9. Empty hotel rooms should not waste electricity
   Evidence: “They can turn off lights in rooms when they are empty.”
10. Hotels can help protect natural resources for the future
    Evidence: “They can help protect the environment and save natural resources for the future.”
11. Solar panels can help hotels produce their own electricity
    Evidence: “Hotels can install solar panels on roofs.”
12. Hilton Worldwide uses systems that save energy in hotels
    Evidence: “They use energy-saving systems and set goals to reduce carbon emissions each year.”
13. High energy use can harm the environment
    Evidence: “This can create pollution and harm the environment.”
14. Hotels use a lot of electricity every day
    Evidence: “Hotels use a lot of electricity every day.”
15. Companies can set yearly goals to reduce carbon emissions
    Evidence: “Set goals to reduce carbon emissions each year.”

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Multiple choice, one answer is correct:

1. Why do hotels use a lot of electricity?

A. To build new facilities, parking areas, and gardens
B. To power lights, cooling systems, kitchens, and laundry
C. To transport visitors, employees, and hotel supplies

2. What problem can high energy use create?

A. It can increase pollution and harm the environment
B. It can reduce room sizes and guest satisfaction
C. It can limit food choices and hotel services

3. What does the text suggest hotels should do?

A. Use more electricity during busy travel periods
B. Replace workers with automated energy systems
C. Choose cleaner energy and reduce energy waste

4. Why are LED lights recommended?

A. They provide colorful lighting for special events
B. They require daily replacement by hotel staff
C. They use less electricity and last much longer

5. What should happen to lights in empty rooms?

A. They should remain on to welcome new guests
B. They should be turned off to save electricity
C. They should be checked daily by maintenance teams

6. How should air conditioning be used?

A. It should remain active throughout every season
B. It should operate only when it is necessary
C. It should always run at the lowest temperature

7. What temperature setting is recommended?

A. A very cold temperature throughout the entire day
B. A different temperature in every hotel room
C. A normal temperature rather than a very cold one

8. Where can hotels install solar panels?

A. Inside hotel kitchens near cooking equipment
B. On hotel roofs where they can receive sunlight
C. Under hotel floors where they stay protected

9. What is an advantage of solar energy?

A. It is generated from imported fuel supplies
B. It is produced mainly by large power stations
C. It is clean, renewable, and available from sunlight

10. Which clean energy sources are mentioned?

A. Oil power and diesel power are mentioned
B. Wind power and water power are mentioned
C. Coal power and gas power are mentioned

11. Why is clean energy important?

A. It helps increase demand for fossil fuels
B. It helps reduce pollution from fossil fuels
C. It helps create larger hotel buildings worldwide

12. What hotel company is used as an example?

A. Hyatt Hotels is mentioned as an example
B. Hilton Worldwide is mentioned as an example
C. Marriott International is mentioned as an example

13. What does Hilton Worldwide do to save energy?

A. It limits guest access to electrical equipment
B. It uses energy-saving systems in many hotels
C. It closes hotel facilities during busy seasons

14. What goal does Hilton Worldwide set each year?

A. To expand hotel operations into new countries
B. To increase room prices across all locations
C. To reduce carbon emissions through planned actions

15. What could happen if many hotels follow these ideas?

A. They could eliminate the need for all electricity
B. They could help protect resources for the future
C. They could replace all traditional energy sources

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Answer key:
1-B, 2-A, 3-C, 4-C, 5-B, 6-B,
7-C, 8-B, 9-C, 10-B, 11-B,
12-B, 13-B, 14-C, 15-B

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Answer in one or two complete sentences.

1. What environmental problem can be caused by high electricity use in hotels?
2. Name two ways hotels can save energy.
3. Why is turning off lights in empty rooms important?
4. What are solar panels?
5. How can buying electricity from clean energy sources help the environment?
6. What example does the text give of a company taking action to save energy?
7. What could happen if many hotels follow the suggestions in the text?
8. Why do hotels use a lot of electricity every day?
9. What is one benefit of LED lights?
10. When should air conditioning be used in hotels?
11. What energy source do solar panels use?
12. What is one way hotels reduce wasted electricity?
13. Name one example of clean energy mentioned in the text.
14. What do energy-saving systems help hotels do?
15. What is the main goal of saving energy in hotels?

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Answers:

1. What environmental problem can be caused by high electricity use in hotels? — It can create pollution and harm the environment.
2. Name two ways hotels can save energy. — They can use LED lights and turn off lights in empty rooms.
3. Why is turning off lights in empty rooms important? — To avoid wasting electricity.
4. What are solar panels? — Devices that use energy from the sun to produce electricity.
5. How can buying electricity from clean energy sources help the environment? — It reduces pollution from fossil fuels.
6. What example does the text give of a company taking action to save energy? — Hilton Worldwide.
7. What could happen if many hotels follow the suggestions in the text? — They can help protect the environment and save natural resources.
8. Why do hotels use a lot of electricity every day? — Because they need power for lights, air conditioning, kitchens, and laundry.
9. What is one benefit of LED lights? — They use less electricity and last longer.
10. When should air conditioning be used in hotels? — Only when it is needed.
11. What energy source do solar panels use? — The sun.
12. What is one way hotels reduce wasted electricity? — Turning off lights in empty rooms.
13. Name one example of clean energy mentioned in the text. — Wind power or water power.
14. What do energy-saving systems help hotels do? — Reduce energy use and carbon emissions.
15. What is the main goal of saving energy in hotels? — To protect the environment and save natural resources.

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