Unit 4- Energy-Then, Now, and Later

Website Post

UNIT 4 Website Post

Energy: Generation, Conservation, or Delivery

Now it is your turn to focus on energy! You are to research and explain a generation method OR conservation of energy technique outside of the carbon realm. Consider options that may include but are not limited to: solar, wind, wave, kinetic, non-traditional nuclear, and any other non-carbon source. You may focus on a method of conservation (ex. smart meters) or delivery (ex. household batteries)

Questions to Consider:

Part I How Does it Work?

• What are the basic scientific principles that allow it to work?
• What types of conditions does it need to succeed?
• What types of waste or side-effects need to be considered?
• What types of government investments or inducements will be needed (taxes, tax breaks) to make the energy system happen?

Part II Transmission

• How is the energy being moved and distributed, how will it be integrated into existing systems?
• Can it be used off-grid? Is it useful for transportation?
• Centralized system or decentralized system?

Part III Consumption

• What the obstacles to adoption?
• How can the public/government/business find incentives to use or adopt your chosen method/technology?

Part IV Appearance and Format

• 500-700 words that describe your topic, it's characteristics, benefits, drawbacks and obstacles to use.
• Support your criteria with evidence that is cited.

____/30

• Include graphs, tables, videos, or other relevant materials.
• Include embedded video or other media (radio program)
• All text is proofread and error free

____/30

____/60 Total Score