Shaping the Future of NYC

At the turn of the twenty-first century, we became well-aware that oil prices are sky rocketing and its supply is depleting. In addition, oil, as well as natural gas are found to be major contributors to global warming. As a way to reduce energy costs and help our environment, we need to look for reusable sources of energy that are earth friendly. One such alternative is solar energy, harnessed through solar panels. Skyscrapers are energy guzzlers, and solar energy, being reusable, will save money in the long run. Although, research and experimentation is being down today, I propose for greater research and proliferation of these panel on skyscrapers and other major building in New York city. I would like to investigate possible architectural designs of solar panels upon buildings that will be effective in reducing our dependence on oil, not contribute to further environmental problems, as be suitable to current and future architectural designs.