SUS 300 Wk 5 Discussion – Energy Conservation

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SUS 300 Wk 5 Discussion - Energy Conservation
SUS 300 Wk 5 Discussion – Energy Conservation
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SUS 300 Wk 5 Discussion – Energy Conservation

Post a total of 3 substantive responses over 2 separate days for full participation. This includes your initial post and 2 replies to other students.

Due Thursday

Respond to the following in a minimum of 175 words:

 

Throughout the course we have investigated sustainability of resources and the impact of waste. Thank you for working hard and engaging in these discussions. In this final week we focus on ways humans can positively impact sustainability through alternative energies and sustainable design. Through utilizing alternative methods of energy production and conservation people can help to ensure we have enough resources to meet everyone’s basic needs, but are some methods more effective than others?

What energy conservation methods would have a substantial effect on sustainability? Explain why. For example, carpooling, buying a hybrid car, and taking shorter showers may have a big effect. Are there tradeoffs in all energy alternatives? If so, what are the tradeoffs? If not, explain. How do you determine if using a particular energy is worth the tradeoff? Do you think that LEED™ is a realistic standard for commercial real estate? Explain your answer.

Due Monday

Reply to at least 2 of your classmates. Be constructive and professional in your responses.