Our modern society takes energy for granted. No longer do we have to toil for hours to produce our food, clothing, warmth and even entertainment. At the flick of a switch we command machines to provide for us. Electricity is ever ready, ever available ... BUT, what if that changed? Your town will be cut off from its current energy supplies for 10 years and the local council is anxious to discover alternate methods to maintain energy to the expanding local industries and residents of the town. You have been selected to research and report back to the council on alternate energy sources.

 YOUR TASK:

Which alternative energy source should your town choose? Why?

You are to compare 3 different alternative energy sources and choose one.

 

POINTS TO CONSIDER:

• What is alternative energy?
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• What types of alternate energy are available?
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• Is it environmentally friendly?
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• Is it suitable for your area?
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• Is it safe?

 INSTRUCTIONS:

STEP 1. Print the summary sheet.              Use it to record your information. STEP 2. Where can I find useful information? School Library Town Library Links to Related Websites STEP 3. What to do with my information? Present your information in the Summary Sheet. Your report to the council may take the form of a written or oral report. You may elect to support your report with a power point, overhead or chart presentation.

 ASSESSMENT:

You will be assessed on the accuracy of your research and the presentation of your report.