About Solar energy

The commodity in this article is solar energy that is green. Solar is a vital source of renewable energy for both domestic and commercial use in the world today. The commodity is cheap and important to new mitigation efforts to avoid global warming (Shahan, 2013). In one of the resolutions adopted by most countries in the world, each country has a duty to monitor the emissions of fossil fuels (Gaughan, 2014). Oil-producing countries have more obligations than nations that produce or use less of a commodity, and thus, because of its advantages, solar energy is the perfect solution. Solar devices use natural rays of the sun to convert into energy which can be stored and used in the homestead, as well as industries (Shahan, 2013). In this regard, solar can be used for both lightings and power of electronic appliances as well as be used for water and house heating systems as an alternative to other energy products. Besides, it is cost effective since one only incurs the installation fees with minimal maintenance expenditure hence contributing to the national economy of a country. Lastly, it does not affect the environment that can threaten an imbalance to the ecology since it is clean and does not produce emissions such as fossil fuels (Gaughan, 2014).

Identification of the audience

The primary audience is the countries from the Gulf region, especially from the UAE. Other states around the world that read the article can also be influenced to adopt the solar technology as the source of energy and promote its use. In this essay, more attention is to the Gulf region because they are the most consumers and producers of energy from fossil fuels through oil products all over the world (Bouchentouf, 2017). In this regard, the message targets the residents of the UAE countries across the ages since influencing their opinion from their childhood can contribute to changing the perceptions and beliefs of the community towards the usage of solar energy as an alternative to their oil products. Culturally, the oil business belongs to the high castes of royal families who control most of the economic resources in the countries (Bouchentouf, 2017). Therefore, by appealing to this audience and influencing them to diversify their economic activities for their revenue, as well as adopt solar energy products instead of the fossil fuels (CommodityHQ, n.d.). With globalization, most of the audience is educated in English. Therefore, the mode of communication can be understood well by most of the locals and the governments of the UAE nations.

Purpose

The main argument of the paper is that the world should adopt the use of solar energy as a way to prevent global warming, contribute to the climate change mitigation, conserve the environment, and save on costs of fossil energy usage, especially in the Gulf region (Shahan, 2013). The position is that renewable energy such as solar is a necessary intervention in future. As a result, the upcoming generation will have an opportunity to experience a good environment with reduced dangers of global warming or its effect on the quality of life due to neglect by the current generation which knows the lasting effects of depleting the one layer (Shahan, 2013). Offering the commodity of solar energy, therefore, is critical to achieving the objectives of a sustainable environment in future with other benefits such as cost saving.

Strategy (Ethos, Pathos, Logos)

In this study, the three rhetorical appeals will be in use to convince the audience of the need to adopt the commodity of solar energy as an alternative clean power source for homes and offices usage. Firstly, the use of ethos is through positioning and mentioning of a personal competence in the solar energy industry and a writer in the field with more than five years of experience. In this regard, the audience will believe the text based on a high reliability and credibility of the writer. Also, the use of pathos is through careful selection of words that have an emotional appeal such vivid description of what the future generation will face if global warming is not controlled. The engagement of the emotion of the reader is through making them feel they were part of that future and they are responsible for the consequences of using fossil energy when renewable alternatives such as solar are available. Lastly, through drawing evidence in history of benefits and scientific research, the logos appeal to the readers will convince them to believe the need to adopt clean energy through solar energy products.

Research

References

Bouchentouf, A. (2017). Energy Sector Commodities: Solar Energy Investment. dummies. Retrieved 7 November 2017, from http://www.dummies.com/personal-finance/investing/commodities/energy-sector-commodities-solar-energy-investment/

CommodityHQ. Solar: How to Invest in Solar. Commodityhq.com. Retrieved 7 November 2017, from http://commodityhq.com/commodity/alternative-energy/solar/

Gaughan, R. (2014). Solar Power Vs. Fossil Fuels. Education.seattlepi.com. Retrieved 7 November 2017, from http://education.seattlepi.com/solar-power-vs-fossil-fuels-3937.html

Shahan, Z. (2013). Advantages & Disadvantages Of Solar Power. CleanTechnica. Retrieved 7 November 2017, from https://cleantechnica.com/2013/10/08/advantages-disadvantages-solar-power/



PART 2: PERSUASIVE ESSAY OUTLINE (50 points)

Complete the table fully.

INTRODUCTION

I.

Hook:



Most countries in the oil-rich regions are increasingly investing in the solar energy as a way to diversify their economy.

II.



Background information:



In the world, solar power consists of 1% of the renewable energy. Countries such as China, India, Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and Morocco have invested heavily in solar projects and plants to generate renewable and clean energy (Bouchentouf, 2017).

III.



Thesis Statement:



As a contribution to mitigation strategies against climate change, the UAE’s government should diversify its investment into solar energy projects to lead the society in accepting renewable energy friendly to the environment.

BODY PARAGRAPHS

Body Paragraph 1

Topic Sentence: Compared to fossil fuel, solar energy is clean and cost-effective (Gaughan, 2014).

Supporting Point 1:

Solar power does not emit carbon gases.

Evidence:

It is designed to use sun rays.

Explanation:

The commodity does not undergo combustion process.

Supporting Point 2:

Solar power saves cost of usage.

Evidence:

An individual only pays installation fees.

Explanation:

There are no additional costs such as monthly bills.

Supporting Point 3:

Solar power is environment-friendly.

Evidence:

It does not pollute environment while using.



Explanation:

Only requires the light intensity to generate and store electricity in batteries.

Concluding sentence for BP1:

Therefore, it contributes to mitigating climate change and increases the affordability of energy.

Body Paragraph 2

Topic Sentence: Most UAE emirates and other oil-rich regions are investing in large solar plants to supplement electricity.

Supporting Point 1:

Morocco is diversifying its energy production to solar energy.

Evidence:

Concentrated solar plants in the Sahara desert will produce 3000 megawatts by 2020.



Explanation:

The move reduces expensive imports of fossil fuel and sustains climate change mitigation.

Supporting Point 2:

Saudi Arabia and UAE have dedicated huge budgets to solar energy production.

Evidence:

Saudi Arabia is planning to build a solar power plant.

Explanation:

The aim is to produce low-carbon energy that is cheaper.

Supporting Point 3:

Dubai has the invested heavily in solar power.

Evidence:

It has a 2000 megawatt solar project.



Explanation:

The plant serves the city and its environs as an alternative to electricity.

Concluding sentence for BP2:

Therefore, the commodity can penetrate the market since the region is highly receptive to the technology.

Body Paragraph 3

Topic Sentence: Oil reserves, prices, and usage are reducing hence the need to invest in renewable energy to maintain leadership in the energy market.

Supporting Point 1:

Emirates are diversifying from the traditional economic activity of oil trade.

Evidence:

There is an inclusion of other economies of scale such as transport and tourism.

Explanation:

Solar energy is the best alternative to the oil business.





Supporting Point 2:

Prices of oil are reducing globally.

Evidence:

There is reduced consumption of fossil fuel as primary energy.

Explanation:

The change of perception is towards acceptance of green energy to prevent global warming.

Supporting Point 3:

Oil reserves have a life of about 200 years before depletion.

Evidence:

Scientific explorations indicate drying up of the wells.





Explanation:

Therefore there is need to embrace other forms of renewable energy such as solar which is growing the fastest.

Concluding sentence for BP3:

In this regard, the oil price shifts and reserve depletion necessitate the UAE region to formulate policies that support usage of renewable energies to sustain both its economic and power consumption.

CONCLUSION

I

Re-statement of Thesis Statement:

Using solar power makes UAE embrace renewable energy as a strategy to reduce global warming and its effect on earth.

II







Summary of main points:

Solar power is clean and cost-effective. Most UAE countries are investing in this type of alternative. Reducing oil prices, and depletion of oil reserve, necessitates UAE region to find an option to boost and sustain their power consumption and business.

III

Final Comments:



Most factors considered the solar energy offers the best alternative to power generation due to its cost-effectiveness and environmental sustainability.

























References

Bouchentouf, A. (2017). Energy Sector Commodities: Solar Energy Investment. dummies. Retrieved 7 November 2017, from http://www.dummies.com/personal-finance/investing/commodities/energy-sector-commodities-solar-energy-investment/

CommodityHQ. Solar: How to Invest in Solar. Commodityhq.com. Retrieved 7 November 2017, from http://commodityhq.com/commodity/alternative-energy/solar/

Gaughan, R. (2014). Solar Power Vs. Fossil Fuels. Education.seattlepi.com. Retrieved 7 November 2017, from http://education.seattlepi.com/solar-power-vs-fossil-fuels-3937.html

Shahan, Z. (2013). Advantages & Disadvantages Of Solar Power. CleanTechnica. Retrieved 7 November 2017, from https://cleantechnica.com/2013/10/08/advantages-disadvantages-solar-power/