Sunday, 23 March 2014

Battle of the Biofuels.


Required Readings

Manuel J. (2007).   Battle of the Biofuels. Environmental Health Perspectives 115(2): A92-A95.  Retrieved from the web on 11/28/12 at http://ehsehplp03.niehs.nih.gov/article/fetchArticle.action?articleURI=info%3Adoi%2F10.1289%2Fehp.115-a92
Potera C 2008. Fuels: Corn Ethanol Goal Revives Dead Zone Concerns. Environmental Health Perspectives, 116:A242-A243.  Retrieved on 11/28/12 at  http://ehsehplp03.niehs.nih.gov/article/fetchArticle.action?articleURI=info%3Adoi%2F10.1289%2Fehp.116-a242
Boost Energy-Efficient Homebuilding. Environmental  Health Perspectives 116(1): A33-A35.  Retrieved from the web on 11/28/12 at http://ehsehplp03.niehs.nih.gov/article/fetchArticle.action?articleURI=info%3Adoi%2F10.1289%2Fehp.116-a32

ASSIGNMENT
For the Module 3 Case Assignment, write a 2-3 page essay in which you describe how trends in energy use (traditional vs. alternative) can have an impact on AIR POLLUTION/AIR QUALITY.  Illustrate with examples at the local, state, national or international level. 
Please justify your opinion with evidence from the literature.
Assignment Expectations: Use information from the modular background readings as well as any good quality resource you can find. LENGTH: 2-3 pages typed and double-spaced, in addition to a cover page and references.
The following items will be assessed in particular:
Precision: Each of the questions of the assignment is specifically addressed in the paper. 
Clarity: The paper reads clearly. It is well structured and grammatically correct. Breadth: The paper presents appropriate breadth covering the questions of the assignment.  Depth: The paper describes well the concepts presented and the concepts are well supported by findings or examples from the literature. Critical Thinking: The paper integrates your understanding of alternative energy use trends, in developed or developing countries, and its impact on environmental health issues.References: References must be properly cited within the text of the essay, as well as at the end.     

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