Written by Matthew Dermott, New York, NYPublished 9/22/11
The Maldives is one of the most low lying nations in the world, and therefore is one of the first to feel the changes of global warming. Because of this, they are trying to change to renewable energy as quick as possible. So, by 2020, the energy usage of the Maldives must be at least 60% solar energy. Also, the renewable energy investment framework says that 80% of electrical power can come from renewable energy, as long as it does not increase the price of power. There are multiple sources that can be used for electrical energy. These sources include solar power, wind power, batteries and biomass. By 2020 the Maldives are attemping to be the world's first carbon neutral nation.
Opinion: I think that this is a great goal for the Maldives, it will be extremely beneficial to the world. There are already a large amout of people that are environmentalists who are saving earth, and adding this nation to the amount of environmentalists makes an even bigger dent in glabal warming.
Questions:
1. Is the renewable energy alternative more or less expensive than what they're using now?
2. What is the population of the Maldives?
3. Will this be an easy transition for the citizens of the Maldives?
Opinion: I think that this is a very good thing. It is smart to do so that way they don't loose their homes. If places like that start doing things to try and change global worming, then maybe other places will follow their footsteps.
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1.) Are they going to have a main source of power, or depend on a bunch?
2.)How long will it take to transition over to there knew power source?
3.)Will this save them money in the long run?
I think that it is a good idea to try to become the first carbon neutral nation. Even if some places don't feel the affects of global warming they are going to have to start using reusable energy sources because the fossil fuels will run out eventually.
ReplyDeleteTo answer one of Matts questions the population of the Maldives is about 394,999
Opinion: I'm glad to see that nations are finally trying to make a difference. This article reminded me of the last blog post about the Tokelau Islands changing their sources of energy in order to help stop global warming. I hope someday the United States will also do the same as these two countries. Maybe we can beat Maldives and be the world's first carbon neutral nation before the year 2020.
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1. Why does it take so long to change to renewable energy?
2. Will changing to electrical power increase the prices (of power)?
3. How will this effect the citizens? Are there any negative impacts in changing energy resources?
Opinion:
ReplyDeleteIt warms the heart to see that people are trying to do better for the environment. If we all try to cut back on our energy use or use a renewable source like solar or wind, our environmental problems could become a thing of the past.
Questions:
1. Who decides things like this (the whole 2020 thing?)
2. What is the best source of energy?
3. What can the school do to cut back on its energy use?