Science Short Essay Homework Assignment (300-500 Words)

Instructions: Write a short essay or paragraph of at least 300 words. Use concrete examples/details and avoid generalities. Use proper grammar and punctuation. Include at least 2 references in your discussion and cite your sources.

The Tallahassee City Commission unanimously approved a resolution establishing a goal of powering municipal operations entirely with renewable sources (like wind and solar) by 2035, and community-wide by 2050 (link). Based on what you have learned so far from this class, discuss the following:

  • What advantages and disadvantages are there to going to 100% renewable energy?
  • Assume Miami were to also go 100% renewable energy and you were in charge of the transition. Give a specific plan on how you would phase in the renewable energy and phase out the non-renewable energy and in what time frame.