Topic Proposal Notes

[mcrouch]

Tentative thesis: Climate change should begin at the domestic level, with the individual goal of a self-sustaining, greenery-replenishing way of life.

Sources:
“The Island in the Wind” by Elizabeth Kolbert-Pro wind power, about an island entirely run by wind power
Introduction To Permaculture by Bill Mollisan-Self-sustaining agriculture, energy, and architecture
“State Solar Panels Are as Big an All Outdoors” by Marla Dickerson-Pro individualistic solar power, independent from "big energy"

-Wind, solar, hydro and other forms of power supply should be utilized in ratios that are best suited to the local area.
-New architecture should take advantage of natural heating cycles to reduce energy use.

Comments

[hmemily]

Mary Alice, I know we've already talked, but the sources here look pretty good, and it sounds like you're on the right track!