WG.4 c - Value of Resources

The student will apply social science skills to evaluate the significance of natural, human, and capital resources by 

c) evaluating perspectives regarding the use of resources.  

(moved from WG.7b)

Theme: Interdependence + Human Environment Interaction

The value of resources has changed over time. 

Technology has a great impact on the availability and the value of resources. 

Changes in the use of energy resources and technology over time 

• Wood (deforestation) 
  
• Coal (pollution, mining problems, competition with oil and gas) 
  
• Petroleum (transportation, environmental considerations) 
  
• Nuclear (contamination, waste) 
  
• Solar, wind (cost, aesthetics)