1. 2.09 Project – Single student option
There is an energy issue at the research station in Antarctica. We need you to help us
find a solution to our energy problem. Based on what you have learned about energy, you will create a
new energy source for the research station.
Currently, at the research station we are using: PROPANE GAS
The energy conversion that occurs when we use propane gas is as follows: Chemical energy in
propane gas is converted to electrical energy in a gas combustion engine
The process above requires us to burn fossil fuels and is not sustainable. This practice uses up natural
resources and must be eliminated or replaced. Your mission is to come up with an alternative energy
source for us to use at the station.
For this project you must:
• create a plan for an alternative (sustainable) energy source
• identify the type of energy and how you will convert this energy to electrical
• identify two factors that make this a good choice
• identify two potential problems with your plan
 Your plan for the alternative energy source must include a written description of the energy you chose
to create. The description must be at least three paragraphs and should include what type of energy
you plan to convert to electrical energy, and how you plan to do so.
 The project must be organized, neat, and free of spelling errors.
Resources for Alternative Energy sources.
http://www.altenergy.org/ A list of alternative energy sources
http://www.chevron.com/deliveringenergy/ Chevron Website section on alternative energy
http://saveenergy.about.com/od/alternativeenergysources/a/altenergysource.htm more alternative energy
sources