Investigate the advantages and disadvantages of establishing a wind farm in a coastal community. Explore other options such as solar power or extension of coal-fired power. Gather facts and opinions from local residents such as a dairy farmer, small business owner, young family and retired people. Look at the relationship of energy options to global warming and climate change. Consider issues of ecological sustainability, economic development, social responsibility, lifestyle and visual impact. Decide whether to proceed with the development. This learning object is the last in a series of two objects that progressively increase in difficulty.
