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Alternative Energy at Penn State Hazleton. Prepared for the Dean of Penn State Hazleton. By: Dan Creasy. Main Points. Problem Reasons for Change Possible Solutions Advantages/Disadvantages Conclusion . Problem. Penn State Hazleton has very little alternative energy fueling its campus.
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Alternative Energy at Penn State Hazleton Prepared for the Dean of Penn State Hazleton By: Dan Creasy
Main Points • Problem • Reasons for Change • Possible Solutions • Advantages/Disadvantages • Conclusion
Problem • Penn State Hazleton has very little alternative energy fueling its campus.
Reasons • Hazleton is the leading campus for alternative energy research • Pennsylvania State Budget Cuts • Setting Example for the Community
Options Solar Panels Wind Generators Geothermal Heat
Criteria for Evaluation • Cost of Energy • Visibility • Maintenance • Energy Production
Solar Panels Cons • Easily Concealed • Constant Energy Production • Cost of Energy • Semi-annual rotation Pros
Wind Turbines Cons • No maintenance after installation • Cost of Energy • Eye-sore • Need Constant wind for constant production Pros
Geothermal Heat Cons • No Visual Changes • No Maintenance • Constant Energy Production • Landscaping • Difficulty of Installation • Cost of Energy Pros
Work Cited • http://www.aessolarnow.com/aes_solar_gallery_az.html • http://blogs.republicanherald.com/lost/?m=200903 • http://citizensvoice.com/news/students-get-lesson-in-green-energy-1.174578#axzz1HpMwRmPr • http://standardspeaker.com/news/penn-state-hazleton-offers-engineering-program-obama-backs-1.1098815