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University research into alternative energy is occurring at multiple institutions: - Florida State University and Shell Energy have established the largest "Energy Crop Plantation" in the US spanning 130 acres with over 250,000 trees and row crops being used to develop biomass energy sources. - Penn State University is focusing on developing hydrogen power as a practical alternative energy source through fuel cells usable in vehicles. - Oregon State University was selected as one of five "SunGrant" centers to receive $20 million in grants annually for four years to research alternative energy, such as converting straw and wood fibers into renewable fuels.
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The use of alternative sources of energy is encouraged not only in South Florida but also across the world. Generally, the adoption of alternative energy sources is mainly for environmental conservation. Over time, many countries have used fossil fuels as energy source. However, fossils use have proved harmful mostly to the environment. Gradually, a shift has been experienced and the incorporation of environment-friendly methods practiced. This paper will discuss the introduction of wind energy, hydroelectric energy, and geothermal energy in South Florida.
Introduction
Energy alternatives become a key aspect when environment conservation is a concern. Over time, the use of fossil energy has raised concerns in terms of environmental pollution in South Florida and the world at large. Gradually, there have been effects such as climate change, and global warming resulting from the interference of the atmosphere with the toxic substances emitted from the fossils during the process of energy production. Environmental pollution has been a topic of study for quite a long time. Therefore, more natural ways have been introduced to avoid environmental pollution. These are majorly the alternative sources of energy that are environment-friendly such as wind power, energy from solar, hydrogen gas, hydroelectric energy, geothermal energy, and natural gas use. The essay thesis statement holds that wind energy, geothermal energy, and hydroelectric energy are the three most desirable sources of energy to be introduced in South Florida.
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A Traditional Solution to a Modern Problem GOOD Magazine March 2016
The document discusses the healing of a 400-year-old kauri tree in Titirangi, New Zealand that was ring barked. A traditional Māori healer and native tree expert partnered to help the tree heal using a cold-pressed balm made from kawakawa, an important healing plant in Māori culture. They applied the balm and fresh kawakawa leaves to the tree's wounds in an effort to empower it to self-heal. Since the treatment, sap has begun flowing from the tree, indicating healing. The controversial cutting of significant trees like this one is still subject to an upcoming court case.
LAB 4For each assignment, you will use the M.U.S.E. link to comp.docx
LAB 4
For each assignment, you will use the M.U.S.E. link to complete the lab.
In this lab, you will see the time progression of impacts associated with either coal-fired or nuclear power plants for electricity generation to help you write up a scientific paper that centers on the following:
· Given that the current 2 primary sources of electricity generation are coal and nuclear power plants, which of these sources is better for human sustainability?
Analyze Energy Sources Lab
Everything people do in their daily lives involves the consumption of resources—particularly energy. With respect to energy, electricity is one of the most important resources consumed and also one of the highest in demand. Traditionally, fossil fuels such as coal, natural gas, and oil have dominated the U.S. energy mix; however, as it is well-known, carbon-emitting energy sources are very detrimental to the environment and are contributing to global warming. Fortunately, alternative energy resources such as solar, wind, hydro, and geothermal power are becoming more efficient and prevalent in today’s energy economy.
Using the M.U.S.E. link, review the background information and gather your data.
Use the Lab 4 worksheet for assignment instructions and data collection.
Please submit your completed assignment.
For assistance with your assignment, please use your text, Web resources, and all course materials.
Course Materials
LAB 5
For each assignment, you will use the M.U.S.E. link to complete the lab.
In this lab, you will determine how an invasive species—the zebra and quagga mussel—affects other species in the freshwater lake. Use the animation to help you come up with an answer to the following:
· Why do you see increases and decreases in the invasive species population?
· What are the implications associated with these alterations to the ecosystem as a whole?
The Effects of Zebra and Quagga Mussels Introduced into a Freshwater Lake
As you have learned, population dynamics are caused by the biotic potential of the population and the effects of environmental resistance. When there is minimal environmental resistance impacting a population, it will exhibit a population explosion. One reason for minimal resistance could be factors that no longer regulate a population (e.g., predator decline or resource increases). Another reason for a population explosion is the introduction of an invasive species. Invasive species are species foreign to an ecosystem and are not immediately regulated by the environmental restraints of the particular ecosystem that they invade. This in turn allows their populations to grow seemingly uncontrolled and to displace other indigenous populations. Examples of such an invasive species into North America are dreissenid mussels, commonly known as zebra and quagga mussels. Their introduction into the Great Lakes has caused economic hardship and a reorganization of the ecosystem. This has led, in part, to pollution-causing effects t ...
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