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    existing strongholds in alternative energy sources, the lure of expanding innovation, and the risk of complacence-induced obsolescence. The race for global leadership in alterative energy is on; what steps will best enable Siemens to capitalize upon their existing strengths, minimize vulnerabilities, and fortify themselves as a global leader? Strategic Analysis: Based upon their finite nature, the time is coming where the world will be unable to depend upon fossil fuels for energy. The economic lessons

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    In the world today, alternative energy source which is an alternative to fossil fuel and nuclear energy is becoming more and more of a necessity. Right now, the world’s population growth has caused an increase in the energy demand. Rosenberg (2009) pointed out that the world’s current growth rate is about 1.14%, representing a doubling time of 61 years. OECD's International Energy Agency[IEA] (2014) found that from 2011 to 2035 the world energy demand is likely to rise by more than two-thirds. Though

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    current energy usage, which is fossil fuels, is not sustainable and carries negative effects to the environment. However nothing is perfect, even renewable energy has its fair share of disadvantages. Can alternative (reusable) energy sources such as nuclear, hydrogen, biofuels or solar energy meet the energy demands needed by humans to carry out their everyday tasks such as electricity, commuting, and so on better than fossil fuels such as coal and oil which creates a mast amount of energy today.

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    are running out. With the average amount of time it takes for coal to form being 300 billion years, the earth can only renew them so fast. Fossil fuels, like coal and oil take the earth billions of years to reproduce so an effective alternate energy source must be explored. Fossil fuels or crude oil has been around for a long time and can be refined to form a number of products such as gas, gasoline, kerosene, gas oil or diesel. We are also running out of oil which is also a non-renewable resource

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    Alternative Energy If America makes the change to renewable fuels, it could take hundreds of years to undo the indirect damage that will be triggered. The amount of pollution that would be emitted by harvesting new fuels is as devastating as not switching at all (Grunwald). The processes for acquiring these alternatives create pollution that will destroy our environment. It is counterproductive to use renewable energy, if it does not enhance the current situation. Many people are supportive of

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    the world’s energy sources has come to the fore. Coal and oil, the main two sources of energy, are being depleted at an alarming rate which is resulting in nations and multinational corporations investigating alternative sources of energy. These alternative energy sources assist in alleviating problems associated with the burning of these abovementioned fossil fuels. The focus is slowly being shifted onto ‘clean’, renewable forms of energy. Natural gas as an alternative energy source will be the

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    materials and (perhaps) technology to reduce its energy needs and its impact on the environment” (Pullen, 2016). By using energy alternatives and sustainable designs, eco-houses are a much more practical and greener way of living, and will lead to a better future for our world. There are many forms of alternative energy sources that take the place of typical fossil fuels. One of the most common uses of these sources for eco houses is solar energy. Solar energy is when sunlight is converted into electricity

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    Alternative Energy is the Solution to the Fossil Fuel Dilemma If the United States continues to employ fossil fuels for energy, the nation will ultimately become more dependent upon fuel imports from the troublesome nations of the Middle East, and we will continue to damage our precious environment. Since the United States relies so heavily on fuel from the Middle East, the U.S. is subject to the will of those quarrelsome nations in order to maintain our fuel reserve. A shortage of oil can

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    States relies heavily on fossil fuels as its main source of energy and with the limited supply, we 'll have to develop and utilize alternative sources for clean, renewable, cheap and effective energy to power this country and the world into the future. It will be important for the health of our planet to utilize renewable resources that have no greenhouse gas emission. Out of necessity the world will eventually need to stop using fossil fuels for energy. There are many states that rely on money and

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    Alternative energy versus fossil fuels is a very controversial issue surrounding America today. The issue is so controversial for many reasons, such as our economic dependence on fossil fuels and the possibility of global warming due to the burning of these fossil fuels we are so dependent on. Where one argument seems to succeed in persuading the reader one way, another rebuttal can be made that will neutralize the arguments before it. If the United States become more alternative energy dependent

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