Methodology
This
part will outline the methods to be used in gathering data: the respondents of
the study, the sampling technique, the instrument to be used, the validation of
the instrument, the administration of the instrument and the statistical
treatment of the data that will be gathered, and how this data will be analyzed
qualitatively.
Methods of Research
This
proposed study will use the qualitative in the analysis of material from both
in-depth interviews and group discussions. This approach suits well for the
study, which involves summarizing and classifying data within a thematic
framework. The purpose is to describe the situation as observed by the
researcher.
The
study will determine whether environmental impacts of the use fossil fuel as
source of energy of the United States and evaluate the programs of the
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) that can resolve environmental problems
posed by this system.
The primary source of data would be
a researcher-constructed questionnaire to be given to the assigned officials of
the EPA, environmental analyst, and environmental action groups. Some key persons will also be interviewed to
comment on the environmental impact of fossil fuel plants.
The
secondary source of data would include articles from newspapers, studies from
statistics from key government offices like the EPA and the Department of
Energy, published articles from journals, theses and related studies on fossil
plants and its effect on the environment.
Conclusion
This
proposed study on the idea that the burning of fossil fuels, such as oil, coal,
peat, petroleum, and natural gas have allowed human to develop many different
technologies to improve life. The industrial revolution that changed the
world was fuel by this resource. Today, fossil fuels power our cars, heat
our homes, and run the factories that manufacture everything we use in our
lives. However, recent science has suggested that the use of fossil fuels
has damaged the environment, and many groups are pushing for cleaner forms of
energy. The Middle East is a major producer of fossil fuels, while the
industrialized nations in Europe and North.
We
have become a very energy greedy generation and our demands for electricity are
very high. As far as reducing these harmful affects, we must first reduce our
demand. Science may be able to find alternative, healthier sources, although
not ones that meet the required supply. These types of horrendous impacts are
felt globally and should not be considered one countries problem. Sometimes
social limitations and/or economic stability can make the process of change
very difficult. One thing is for sure, that by being more energy efficient and
conservative, we will be helping to alleviate the toll on environmental and
human health.
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