Examine the following scenario. A university R&D program is working to develop a heating and cooling system that runs on wind energy. The team has created a hypothesis and done some initial experiments. Just as they are ready to enter into the development stage, government funding for the program is cut.

In at least one hundred and fifty words, write a letter to a congressional representative arguing for funding to be restored to the program. Use your knowledge of the impact of innovation on society, the economy, and the government in your response.