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 * __ Massachusetts’ Value Statement (MVS) __**

Massachusetts is committed to minimizing the release of environmental pollutants* in our air, water, and soil for the well-being of its citizens as well as the well-being of its ecosystems. Measures to protect the resources, citizens, and environment of the Commonwealth should come with the consideration of impacts on third parties (ie. another state, province, territory or country).

* Massachusetts defines pollutants as chemicals or waste products that adversely impact the well–being of the Commonwealth’s citizens and environment.


 * __ Guidelines __**

Your Wiki page is intended to be educational and objective in tone. You are encouraged to consider many of the following guidelines as you research and present your topic.
 * 1) Define topic (state what it is and how it relates to the MVS),
 * 2) Identify stakeholders (primary, secondary, tertiary),
 * 3) Describe the environmental impact (positive or negative) related to your topic
 * 4) Identify and describe the benefits and liabilities of your topic (ie. economic, political, social, logistical, technological, and/or ethical),
 * 5) Identify existing economic or legislative incentives or obstacles related to your topic (ie. tax credits, reduced interest loans, subsidies, preferential treatment in bidding process, etc.),
 * 6) Identify and describe a specific case or instance that exemplifies the connection between your topic and the environment.

Dirtier Energy Sources
Coal Fuel Oil, Gasoline, and Diesel Nuclear Power Natural Gas Incinerators

Greener Energy Sources
Solar and Wind Biomass (including ethanol) Tidal or Geothermal

Pollutants
Fertilizers and Pesticides Road Salt Sewage Vehicle Exhaust

Wiki Practice
A practice page