Help Amy Study Abroad in Iceland through the GREEN Program

Hi! My name is Amy Plechacek and I am a junior at Virginia Tech. I have recently been accepted to the GREEN Program in Iceland May 16-25, 2016.
The GREEN Program is a 10-day study abroad trip to Iceland. I will earn 1.5 credits from lectures instructed by Reykjavik University, focusing on the renewable energy in Iceland and completing a Capstone project.
I need your help to be able to take advantage of this opportunity! The funds will be used for the flight to Iceland and the remainder towards the program fee.

Program Outcomes:
-Gain a comprehensive understanding along with a personal familiarity of the science and technology behind renewable energy systems: hydroelectric, geothermal, wind power, and biofuels.

-Attain a clear grasp of cost analyses and environmental impact of renewable energy production facilities in historical, present and future context.

-Develop skills to evaluate energy sources and projects in terms of feasibility within the matrix of technical, economic, environmental, and political implementation.

-Observe Iceland’s energy policies, natural resource legislation and other legislative controls impacting the production and sale of electricity in the nation.

-Advance on the vocabulary and concepts essential to commercial energy production, transmission, management and legislation.

-Develop leadership, teamwork, and networking skills through adventure excursions and exposure to professional industry relationships.

-Excel within a network of like-minded participants who aspire to work and innovate in the field of renewable energy and sustainability

-Gain a critical global perspective demanded by corporate recruiters today to prepare for accelerated career opportunities.