GOALS
- To demonstrate an understanding of the different ways energy is generated in Canada
- To demonstrate an understanding of the environmental and social impacts of methods of electricity generation in Canada
Scenario
You live in the city of Greenville Ontario. The city of Greenville is growing quickly so the municipal government is looking to develop a new energy generation program to keep up with the increased energy demands. The possible choices for Greenville program are:
Hydroelectricity Solar energy Wind power
Nuclear Energy Coal
For this assignment you will be taking on a role and writing a letter to the municipal government of Greenville. The roles you can choose from are:
Environmentalist Concerned Parent Local Business Owner
Unemployed citizen Local Farmer Energy Company
Another role of your choice (must be approved by your teacher)
In your letter, you must try to persuade the government to choose a specific method of energy generation. Your goal is to encourage the government to support your choice. Use specific examples and evidence to support your opinion. Consider the pros and cons of the environmental and social impacts of your choice.
You will be required to do research related to the methods of energy production in order to have an informed opinion. Go to the blog at www.willowdalescience.blogspot.ca to find some links to kick start your research.
As well, please use the letter writing link on the blog to access the template for your persuasive letter.
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