Title: Evaluate the environmental impacts associated with different modes of transportation.
Course: Power and Transportation (20102-36) > Section: Exploring Transportation Systems

Evaluation should include effects on

- air pollution
- water pollution
- noise pollution
- space pollution (i.e., space junk)
- land acquisition
- traffic congestion
- waste management.

Process/Skill Questions:

- What are the local regulations regarding emissions?
- What organization(s) should you contact if you have questions about regulations?
- How might a new highway affect your area?
- What could pose a potential threat to your local water supply?
- How is climate change affecting transportation systems?
- What should be done with used batteries and other energy sources once they are no longer usable?
- What raw materials are used to make electric vehicle (EV) batteries?
- Why is it difficult to recycle lithium-ion batteries?