Switching to alternative sources such as electric cars can help pull this number down significantly. Electric cars are more affordable as Electricity is cheaper than gas, and can come from renewable resources such as solar and wind power. Electric cars pollute less than gas-powered cars, which makes them better for our environment. Electric cars are much more reliable and require less maintenance than gas-powered cars. By using domestically generated electricity rather than relying on foreign oil, we can achieve energy independence and will no longer need to engage in costly wars in the Middle East to secure an energy supply.
And my reasons are listed as below: * Net zero facility would bring the company long-term economic benefits. * The plan would indeed reduce greenhouse gas emission, which would make the company more sustainable and more compliance with the governmental policies and regulations. * Investing in such plan is a long-term decision, the company is looking at the benefits in the future, and possibly would help to deal with the challenges in the future. 2. For the Case Grande facility, calculate the metric tons of emissions of greenhouse gases from electricity and natural gas usage for each year from 2002 to 2007.
Modern technology continues to grow in leaps and bounds enabling us to live better and more comfortable lives. Today, one of the greatest challenges is to find methods of producing energy efficiently, using environmentally friendly techniques. There are numerous sources used to produce energy; namely, petroleum fuels, geothermal power, nuclear energy, solar power, wind power, tidal power and bio fuels. Given below is a simple chart showing the categories of energy sources we use. Abiotic (non-living) natural recourses Perpetual Renewable Non-renewable solar, wind fresh water, air, soil Recyclable Non-recyclable metals fossil fuel Currently, the most commonly used energy source is fossil fuel which is non-renewable and non-recyclable.
Reena Villariz AP English- Period 4 Ms. Cunningham March 31, 2011 Conserving energy is definitely crucial in improving a nation’s economy, environment and society. Throughout the years, scientists and other experts developed various ways on how to save electricity. Daylight saving time, which was initiated by Benjamin Franklin in 1784, is one method in which individuals can properly maintain the environment. Due to its massive significance to mankind’s society and surroundings, the daylight savings time should be continuously regulated for its outstanding benefits such as crime reduction, energy conservation and traffic safety. Daylight saving time offers a more harmless environment; it decreases crime rates that usually happen during the evening.
1.0 Introduction: Xcellerate is a new concept of energy drink that will take the energy drink market by storm. Using lots of Vitamin B6 and B12 the drink is able to provide the same energy boost as a normal caffeine and sugar based drink, but is a much healthier alternative. The drink will be available in one flavour upon its initial launch in order to reduce the chance of brand dilution as well as easing manufacturing and distribution burdens. The brand will be priced in the medium to higher end price bracket in order to compete with premium brands and to avoid being associated with the low quality alternatives that compete solely on price. The main competitors in this segment for Xcellerate will be Red Bull, Monster Energy and Livita, however Red Bull’s dominance is easily identifiable with 5.6 million litres sold in 2011 (Marmet Sizes - Historic off trade volume - mn litres Malaysia, 2011).
“I really do encourage other manufacturers to bring electric cars to market. It's a good thing, and they need to bring it to market and keep iterating and improving and make better and better electric cars.” Said Elon Musk. Electric car is an electrical vehicle that uses chemical energy stored in its’ rechargeable battery, they are one of earliest creations amongst the automobiles devised by the famed engineer Thomas Parker 1884. Nevertheless, electric cars didn’t see the light after the evolution of internal combustion engines and mass production of low-priced gasoline powered vehicles led to deterioration in the use of electric vehicles. However, by the beginning of 21th century and the increased percentage of greenhouse gasses emissions;
Wind-generated energy makes jobs and creates revenue for local communities. Revenue from wind farms helps stimulate local economies that need new roads, schools, libraries, and hospitals. The United States has some of the best wind resources in the world, with enough potential energy to produce nearly 10 times the country's existing power needs. Wind energy is now one of the most cost-effective sources of the new generation, competing with new installations of coal, gas and nuclear power. Its cost has dropped steadily over the past few years, as wind turbine technology has improved.
As we are theoretically reaching “peak oil”, “peak gas” etc. as well as the occurring of global warming and a number of environmental issues, the call for more “clean”, “sustainable” renewable energy has been increasing dramatically. However, some critics argue that renewable energy such as wind, solar, biomass, alone can not sustain the world in the future. In this essay, I will argue that renewable energy is not a viable way for replacing established energy sources by analyzing the geographic and natural limitations, impacts on ecosystems and the efficiency on cutting greenhouse emissions of renewable energies. The real solution should be reducing energy consumption.
Technology for a less invasive co-existence is available, therefore, cars should be more efficient because efficiency will help to reduce emissions that contribute to greenhouse gases and global warming, will help to conserve fossil fuels, and will hopefully make it possible to leave less of a carbon footprint on our Earth. Transportation has become a necessary evil in our society. With the aid of technological advancements, the effects of such transportation don’t necessarily have to be quite so “evil”. It is true that over the last hundred years motorized vehicles have steadily become more efficient. Sheer numbers of vehicles though have significantly contributed to increased and detrimental levels of air pollution.
The Efficiency of Cars Nikeisha S. Sandy SCI207: Dependence of Man on the Environment (ABL1146J) Instructor: Walter Lambert December 12, 2011 The efficiency of cars is a major issue. There are several reasons why cars should be more efficient, however, there are many reasons why they should not. The efficiency of a car can affect both the economy and the atmosphere. While cars should not be more efficient, cars should be more efficient because the cost to the consumer may decrease, more efficient cars can save money on taxes, and cars are a necessity. At one point, the idea of using a car that was electric powered may have seemed outrageous.