BACKGROUND: Recent global issues, both environmental and economic, have raised concerns about the future and importance of energy production. Balancing these concerns will be an important issue for the global economy. Whilst many new technologies have emerged in the energy field, it is unclear how effective these will be in meeting the energy needs of nations around the world.

QUESTION: Select ONE energy source, and argue either: 1. That it will, in the next decade, become an essential energy source driving global economic development.

Can I have an Introduction with a transitional thesis statement, a Conclusion, at least 2 body paragraphs, & Reference List? Can I have 700 words in length, Can I have 4 references, with in-text citations, of a reasonable academic standard? Must contain Argument, Counter-Argument/Refutation. All citations should use paraphrased information. Direct quotation is not permitted for this assessment.