Using The Short Answer Format To Make An Argument

Using The Short Answer Format Provided Make An Argument For Or Agains

Using the short answer format provided, make an argument for or against a specific policy you will use in your final project. Include links to the source for your information. Sources must be reliable. Your responses should demonstrate an understanding of the course material covered as well as the application of critical thinking and communication skills and be factual. Short Answer Format: Topic Sentence/Claim/Premise (answer the question in one sentence) Explanation (provide context for your answer, explain what you mean) Evidence (provide a specific example) Explanation of the Evidence (explain what the evidence) Analysis

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The nature of policy debates requires clear, concise, and well-supported arguments that demonstrate critical thinking and factual accuracy. This paper will develop an argument either in favor of or against a specific policy, employing the short answer format to ensure clarity and coherence. For this purpose, I have chosen to argue in favor of implementing renewable energy subsidies, considering their economic, environmental, and social benefits.

The short answer format begins with a thesis statement that succinctly states the position, followed by an explanation providing context and supporting details, then evidence illustrating the claim, its supporting details, and a critical analysis of this evidence.

Topic Sentence/Claim/Premise:

Implementing renewable energy subsidies is essential for fostering sustainable economic growth and reducing environmental degradation.

Explanation:

In recent decades, the detrimental effects of fossil fuel dependence, including climate change and pollution, have underscored the importance of transitioning to renewable energy sources. Governments worldwide are considering subsidies to promote renewable energy development because they can lower costs and incentivize investment in green technologies. These subsidies help mitigate the market barriers faced by renewable energy projects, such as high upfront costs and technological uncertainties, thus accelerating their adoption.

Evidence:

According to the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA), countries investing in renewable subsidies have seen a significant increase in renewable energy capacity. For instance, Germany's feed-in tariff scheme, a form of subsidy, contributed to a 4.6% annual increase in renewable electricity generation between 2000 and 2010, making it a leader in clean energy adoption (IRENA, 2020).

Explanation of the Evidence:

This example highlights how government subsidies can effectively stimulate renewable energy investments by providing financial incentives, reducing technological and economic risks, and encouraging market entry for renewable technologies. The success in Germany demonstrates that targeted subsidies can lead to substantial growth in renewable capacity, thus supporting the transition to a more sustainable energy system.

Analysis:

Investing in renewable energy subsidies aligns with global efforts to combat climate change by reducing greenhouse gas emissions from fossil fuels. They foster innovation, create jobs, and stimulate economic growth within the green sector. While concerns about government expenditure and market distortions exist, empirical evidence suggests that well-designed subsidies generate long-term environmental and economic returns. Therefore, supporting renewable energy subsidies is a necessary policy step toward sustainable development.

In conclusion, renewable energy subsidies serve as effective tools for promoting clean energy, with positive implications for the economy and environment. Strategic implementation and oversight can maximize benefits, making this policy a vital component of sustainable energy strategies.

References

  • International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA). (2020). Renewable Energy Benefits: Measuring the Economics. IRENA Report. https://irena.org/publications/2020/Jun/Renewable-Energy-Bay-Investment
  • Haas, R., & Sondermann, M. (2018). The Impact of Feed-in Tariffs on Renewable Energy Deployment in Germany. Energy Policy, 113, 563-573.
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  • World Bank. (2019). The Role of Subsidies in Promoting Renewable Energy in Developing Countries. Retrieved from https://www.worldbank.org/en/topic/energy/brief/renewable-energy
  • Lewis, N. S. (2019). Powering the Future with Solar Energy. Scientific American, 321(4), 64-69.
  • Bloomberg New Energy Finance (BNEF). (2021). Global Renewable Energy Investment Outlook. BNEF Reports. https://about.bnef.com/blog/renewable-investment-surges
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  • IRENA. (2019). Wind Power: Technology Brief. International Renewable Energy Agency. https://irena.org/publications/2019/Jun/Wind-Power

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