WEDNESDAY: We will be in Room K-1 below the main office. Do not go to C12!
Bellwork — Type 1: What is this image saying about different energy sources? What is the impact of global vs. local?
Today we will focus on alternative forms of energy and their environmental impact. Be sure to follow all directions!
The Task
Your task is to research and determine which of the four sources of alternative energy (Hydroelectric, Solar, Wind and Biomass) power plant you believe would be the most feasible in Kalamazoo County and to prepare a report for the Commission. Your report may be in written in poster format, or Powerpoint but you must answer all parts of the study to receive credit. You will give us what you have complete at the end of the hour — this does not mean you are done. You need to complete the assignment for your grade, this will just prove to us you worked on the assignment in class.
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The Process ***
Step 1 : | Write a brief summary of the four proposed types of alternative energy. Include at least 2 pros and cons for each type. | 20 pts |
Step 2: | Identify, in paragraph form, which of the four you feel is the most appropriate for Kalamazoo County and why. | 10 pts |
Step 3: | Propose a location for the plant. Include the reasons why you feel this is an appropriate location and include maps for reference. | 10 pts |
Step 4: | Identify the chemical or physical changes involved in the energy production of your plant (trace how energy is transferred from one form to another). Visuals highly encouraged. | 10 pts |
Step 5: | Answer one of the Critical Thinking Questions on the Conclusion Page in a minimum of 1 page. | Extra Credit(10pts) |
*** Site all references!!! Do not directly copy and paste, or copy and past with a word change! |
Resources (to get started)
*** | All references must be cited. |
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