This project examined current reserves of fossil fuels and projected the lifespan before which they will be exhausted. In view of this fact and the effect fossil fuels have on the environment, we examined alternatives to these energy sources. While these alternatives presently are not economically competitive, advances in technology and rising energy prices may change this situation in the near future. Recommendations for an energy policy that will ensure ample, clean energy for the future generations have also been made.

• This report represents the work of one or more WPI undergraduate students submitted to the faculty as evidence of completion of a degree requirement. WPI routinely publishes these reports on its website without editorial or peer review.

Creator

• Kaczowka, Aaron Benjamin
• German, Harry Bennett
• Goslin, Justin Garthwaite
• Burgess, Christopher James
• Andel, Matthew William

Subject

• Sustainability
• Environment
• Energy

Publisher

• Worcester Polytechnic Institute

Identifier

• 03C016I

Keyword

• Wind power
• Solar energy
• Energy conservation
• Energy policy

Advisor

• Humi, Mayer

Year

• 2003

Date created

• 2003-01-01

Location

• Worcester

Resource type

• Interactive Qualifying Project

Rights statement

• In Copyright