Kaizenator Visual VocabularyBy: Cameron Meeks

Potential EnergyThe energy an object has because

of its composition or position.

Kinetic EnergyEnergy an object has because of

its mass and velocity. Objects that don't move have no kinetic energy.

Joule

The si unit of energy

Wattage An amount of power, especially electric power, expressed in watts or kilowatts

The electric power required by an appliance or device

A measure of electric power based on the amount of amps and volts

Renewable Energy

Energy that come from natural resources such as the sun with solar power or water with hydropower

Non-Renewable Energy

Energy that is not renewable such as fossil fuels and some gases.

Weather-Stripping

Strips of foam insulation or another depending on the brand to keep temperatures regulated in homes

InsulationFibers, foam, and/or paper that is

used to fill cracks and gaps in homes so air will not get through and raise energy cost’s

R-ValueThe thermal energy resistance a

specific type of insulation has that is used in the building and construction industry.

Greenhouse Emissions

Gases that are released due to the effects of the greenhouse effect

ThermostatA device that controls the system

functions of a heating or cooling unit

Ambient TemperatureThe temperature in a room, or the

temperature which surrounds an object under discussion

EfficiencyTo use less energy to provide the

same level of energy service

Carbon FootprintA carbon footprint is the measure

of the amount of greenhouse gases, measured in units of carbon dioxide, produced by human activities

Audit

An evaluation of a person, organization, system, process, enterprise, project or product.