The essay prompt for this year is: Research energy sources and climate change. Propose an informed energy solution that limits climate change, allows developed countries to maintain their standard of living, and can provide reliable electricity to the 1.2 billion people currently without access to power. Proposed energy solution should consider the environmental and practical benefits and consequences of baseload (e.g. nuclear, fossil, hydro) versus intermittent (e.g. wind or solar) sources.
The essays are due by March 8, 2018. Winners will be selected in May 2018. Prizes are as follows: First place – laptop (Lenovo Yoga 900 or comparable), Second place – Chromebook. In addition, all top 3 finalists will receive science books, the board game Power Grid, and a copy of the documentary Pandora’s Promise.
Local NAYGN members would love the opportunity to discuss nuclear science at your school. In addition, NAYGN members can discuss careers in engineering or the basics of energy to better fit your curriculum. Consider the following dates:
Engineers Week: February 18-24, 2018
Please visit our website at http://naygn.org/committees/public-information/student-education/ for more information about this contest and about NAYGN.