EGEE 401
Energy in a Changing World

Lesson 10 Assignment

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Overview:

In this lesson we learned about energy policy in the U.S. and the role of deregulation in renewable energy policy. In this assignment, you will draft a summary discussing key aspects of these policies.

Purpose:

This assignment will help you practice synthesizing your knowledge and presenting a concise written summary of key principles relating to energy generation and the four factors.

Successful Completion:

For this lesson’s assignment, imagine you are an expert providing consultation to the Congress in developing the “EGEE 401 Energy Policy Act of 2023.” You are tasked with writing the summary section identifying key provisions of the act. In 325 words (plus or minus 10%), write this summary, with an opening statement of the overall intent of the act, and continue with statements or bulleted points of the key provisions. For example, what would you say about power generation and the grid? Renewable energy? Climate change? Coal, oil, and gas? As part of your introduction, comment on key aspects of earlier legislation that informed your approach. In your essay, include something for about how your new legislation will support accessibility, security, reliability, and/or sustainability. You might want to review the most recent entry above (Energy Act of 2020) for some hints!