By Nadia Smith
As part of the Girl + Environment Energy Justice Ambassador Program, Nadia Smith hosted a dynamic virtual event titled “Let’s Play Energy Kahoot!” on March 3, 2024. Here’s a glimpse into the event from Nadia’s perspective:
For my Independent Outreach Project, I designed an engaging virtual presentation paired with an interactive game to educate participants on key energy justice issues. I began by introducing myself and sharing the mission of Girl Plus Environment (GPE) and why this work is so important. I outlined the event’s goals and objectives, as well as what participants could expect from the presentation and their honorariums. Interestingly, the group collectively decided to donate their honorariums—a testament to their shared commitment to this cause.
Once I addressed any initial questions, I launched into the interactive game, which served as both an icebreaker and a fun way to test participants’ general knowledge. The presentation, including the game, spanned 10 slides and took around 15 minutes, with additional time allocated for discussing the answers and providing explanations on each topic.
The Kahoot game featured questions such as:
“What does the Georgia Public Service Commission oversee?”
“After six rate hikes by Georgia Power’s Plant Vogtle project, how much will households pay annually for utilities in 2025?”
“What can you do as a consumer?”
Participants aced the quiz, demonstrating their curiosity and enthusiasm for learning about energy justice!
Following the game, I delved into the educational content. Topics included:
“What is Georgia’s Public Service Commission?”
“What is Plant Vogtle?”
“Why should I care?”
“How can I get active? What are the asks?”
I explained the critical role of the Georgia Public Service Commission (PSC) in overseeing utilities and regulating energy policies, as well as the implications of Plant Vogtle’s construction and operation on Georgia Power and consumers. I highlighted why Georgians should care about these issues, emphasizing the political and financial impact on their daily lives.
To wrap up, I provided actionable steps for participants to engage socially and politically in energy justice advocacy. I also shared practical tips for conserving energy at home to lower utility bills. My final “homework” assignment for attendees was simple yet impactful: share this information with 10 people in their community who may not be aware of Georgia’s current energy policies and how they can take action.
The event concluded with a brief Q&A session. While there were no questions, the comments I received were incredibly rewarding. Feedback like “Well done, Nadia, I feel informed!” and “Thank you, I really enjoyed this” reaffirmed the importance of this work and the value of community education.
Through events like “Let’s Play Energy Kahoot!”, we continue to inspire, inform, and empower communities to engage in energy justice and advocacy.
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