INTRODUCTION TO BENCHMARK I
The goal of understanding energy sources in the world and distinguishing between renewable and non-renewable sources presented a difficult task. This web page is designed to define the various non-renewable sources (e.g. coal, oil, etc.) and renewable sources (e.g. solar, hydropower, nuclear, etc.).

INTRODUCTION TO BENCHMARK II
The goal of Benchmark II was to examine the current state of nuclear energy in the world today. In addition to research found on this website, the CIF class from Weber Institute designed and created short MovieMaker clips that educate others about the advantages and disadvantages of nuclear energy.

INTRODUCTION TO BENCHMARK III
The primary objective for completing Benchmark III was to conduct original research from a local perspective about the knowledge and attitudes of people in Stockton towards nuclear energy. After reviewing the survey, students from Weber Institute’s class interviewed individuals at a local Farmer’s Market and then analyzed the results. The “Benchmark III” link above provides the results of the survey, the analysis, and a short video of those interviewed. Additionally, three PowerPoints are included that explain how a member of Greenpeace, a member of the NRA, and a GE nuclear engineer might view the possibility of a nuclear power plant in our local community.