There is a summary of the debate over oil and gas exploration in ecologically sensitive areas and related issues such as alternatives to fossil fuels exploration.
It was announced in April that the Obama Administration is allowing oil and gas exploration to return to the U.S. areas of the Arctic, which has brought forth much commentary in support of and in opposition to the announcement.
Write an essay in which you explain your own informed opinions on this matter. Try to consider any drawbacks to your position and explain them as well (pros/cons, advantages/disadvantages).