You have read about gasoline, a non-renewable energy source. Do you know that there are other sources of energy aside from gas? Cars and other machines can run on renewable sources of energy.
Write a persuasive letter about the importance of using renewable energy sources. To do so, you will research what they are and how they can help the environment. Here are some questions to guide your research:
What are some renewable energy sources?
What are the advantages of each form of renewable energy?
What are the disadvantages of each form of renewable energy?
How is renewable energy being used today?
How might renewable energy be used in the future?
Are you ready? Begin by visiting the Web sites in Step 2. Look for answers to the questions above, and write down what you learn in the boxes.
You may use search engines to research other Web sites. Or research renewable energy sources at the library. When you are ready, follow Steps 3 and 4 to write your persuasive letter.
Step 2. Research
Research answers for the questions you were asked in Step 1. Visit these Web sites. Take notes about them on this page, too!
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