Writing Across the Disciplines can be used to explore the Clean Energy Options available for Connecticut and the 20% by 2010 campaign. Students will research the Clean Energy Options and write an essay on why a customer should or should not participate in the options offered. Or, write a persuasive argument to have local electricity customers purchase clean power.

Using this lesson in your classroom

This lesson can be used to introduce the options available in Connecticut to purchase electricity from renewable sources.

Students research the options available and write either a persuasive essay to be included in a brochure, or write a recommendation about whether their family should or should not participate in the Clean Energy Options program at this time.

Extensions;

Have students design ways to promote Clean Energy in their homes, school and town.

Standards:
D INQ 7 D INQ 9 D INQ 10
Teacher Materials
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