geography discussion post

Discussion #1 For Discussion #1 students have the option of answering either:

A) Using concepts and information from the text book and internet resources such as http://maps.nrel.gov/prospector (Links to an external site.) select a site that would be optimal for collecting solar radiation. Use both relative and absolute location to describe your site (be specific – for example Edmonds, WA at 47º 48’ N 122º 22’ W).Explain what factors or variables make your site good for solar power collection? Do not use a site selected by another student! To receive credit for this discussion post your comments no later than 11:45 pm Monday, 2/2. Remember, a response is due by 11:45 pm Wednesday, 2/4.

B) Using concepts and information from the text book and internet resources such as http://www.nrel.gov/wind/resource_assessment.html (Links to an external site.) select a site that would be optimal for generating wind power. Use both relative and absolute location to describe your site (be specific – for example Edmonds, WA at 47º 48’ N 122º 22’ W). Explain what factors or variables make your site good for wind generation? Do not use a site selected by another student! To receive credit for this discussion post your comments no later than 11:45 pm Monday, 2/2. Remember, a response is due by 11:45 pm Wednesday, 2/4.

Do not use the site that is given above it has been already used