Topicality: Alternative Energy

A. Defination

American Society of Mechanical Engineers. Alternative Energy, 2007. Retrived

June 24, 2008 http://www.proffessioalpractice.asme.org/

“In the broadest sense, alternative energy is defined as any technology that
does not harm the environment or deplete the earth’s natural resources.”

B. Violation

The AFF plan supports an idea that destroys the environment.

C. Standards

1. Field Contextuality – Our def. comes from the American society of

Mechanical Engineers, They have experience in the Field therefore we
believe that there def. is the best

2. Bright Line – We provide the best def. for what topical and what’s not.

3. Ground – Our def. provides a lot of ground for the aff. and what is neg.

D. Voters

1. Aprori – Topicality must be evaluated first in the round

2. Rules of the game – The rules of debate are that you must prove yourself
topical. If the Aff. Team is not able to prove themselves topical, the judge
must vote them down.