Alex Balgobin Intro

I'm currently a student at Occidental College and like Carter have also joined the Energy Cap and Trade group. I want to expand my knowledge on the global issues relating to climate change and would like to share any new knowledge I gain with the followers of this blog. The United States government finally adressed the problem of global warmning when Congress passed the American Clean Energy and Security Act in the summer of 2009. Unfortunately as we have learned in Professor Heldman's class this is only the first step to combating climate change, the way in which this law is applied and enforced will be the true test of our government.
In my opinion the issue of global warming shouldn't just be placed on the government, we as individuals can begin approaching this problem starting right in our dorm rooms and on campus. As Stephanie said we leave on our laptops all the time and dont notice how much energy we are wasting. On good example of energy saving is seen on my dorm hall's floor. We turn off all hallway, common room, and computer room lights when not in use. More simple initiates like this should be taken before we criticize our government.

-Alexander Balgobin