The Hidden Energy Behind Everyday Objects

Ever stopped to think about the true cost of that $2 can of soda from the vending machine? It’s more than just a refreshing drink. That can of soda represents a complex chain of energy consumption. From mining the bauxite, shipping it to Iceland, using extreme temperatures to create aluminum, to more shipping, processing, handling, powering the lights in the store, and finally the vending machine itself – it all adds up.

But what about the book you just read? It’s more than just words on paper. Consider the energy of a life well-lived by the author. The countless edits, rewrites, and dead ends that led to the final masterpiece.

Every object we interact with has a story behind it. It’s a reminder that everything we use and consume is the result of a series of events and actions that shape our world.