Question 1
Writing Assignment: Renewable Energy Project
Suppose you are a city engineer whose job it is to explore how to use more renewable energy in your locality.
- Consider the resources in your city and select one of the following:
- hydropower
- solar power
- wind power
- geothermal power
- Prepare a pamphlet or multimedia presentation to convince a committee of citizens and local leaders that the renewable energy source you have selected is best for you locality. In your pamphlet or presentation include:
- a discussion of the renewable energy source that is best for your town and why
- a discussion of the advantages and disadvantages of this energy source
- a discussion of why you think your city should use more of this energy source
- how use of renewable energy will impact your city
- pictures and/or charts and tables to strengthen your arguments
Question 2
Briefly respond to each question (1-2 sentences).
1. Explain some of the reasons why 2-day shipping has a higher environmental cost, and how choosing a longer shipping delivery window is more environmentally friendly.
2. Briefly describe solutions traffic engineers are developing to help efficiency and reduce carbon emissions, including:
a. Traffic light timing
b. Platooning
c. Eliminating left-hand turns