History and Contemporary Viewpoint. Using a timeline, research the historical development of the topic from inception through modern‐day usages, both in American culture as well as the global culture, focusing on the most significant developments and contributors to the topic. Specifically: a) Background: What are the common historical uses of the natural resource(s)? b) Describe historical awareness of the topic in America: How and when were issues with the natural resource(s) first identified? What were the initial response(s)? c) Compare historical awareness of the topic globally, comparing awareness in America to as many other cultures as necessary, but at least one.
II. Section 2: Local Real‐World Applications and Specific Steps. Research and explain opportunities and challenges for addressing the topic, including: a) Identify the opportunities for change: What do you want to happen? b) Identify the hurdles to overcome: For example, time required to implement, complete, and continue practice throughout the future, as well as zoning or bylaw changes needed to permit solar panel installation, financial limitations (e.g., cost of an in‐demand water heater is four times the cost of a standard tank) or incentives (e.g., there are incentives to install wind turbines but not desalination systems), and so on.
