Norelli's work opens eyes of the United Nations
5/2/2005 12:00:00 AM | Men's Lacrosse
The thesis of Norelli’s paper was that efforts should be made to implement existing, practical science and technologies in poverty stricken areas, rather than looking to create new science to be used to help impoverished people. Norelli explains, “I specifically focused on the need of energy generation in rural villages in
Norelli continues, “Instead of running long stretches of power lines to these rural villages, which isn’t economically feasible, decentralized energy puts small power plants in each village. These small power plants, called DESI Power, can run on agricultural waste and still produce adequate electricity for a village. I also discussed the economic and social benefits the villages can experience with the access to this power.”
As if Norelli’s paper and effort weren’t impressive enough, the defensemen was awarded first place for his work and was asked to present his research at the United Nations Commission on Sustainable Development. “On April 25, I presented the research from my paper at the United Nations in New York City in front of a group of about 20-25 delegates from different countries. I think the delegates were very impressed to see contributions from people at such a young age.”
Norelli continues, “Also, last week I was at the United Nations all week as one of ten college delegates representing the youth of the
Norelli concludes, “While my presentation may not have yielded any tangible results in helping to end poverty, it awakened me to the possibilities that young people have to make a positive impact on the world. Overall, it was an incredible experience and I hope that throughout my life I could help the world make strides towards eradicating poverty.”
Norelli and his Mountain Hawk teammates recently put the finishing touches on one of the most successful seasons in recent memory, winning nine games, the most since 1997, and qualifying for the Patriot League Tournament for the first time ever. Norelli, although unable to play, remained a constant leader both on and off of the field, and is sure to carry those same traits with him once his time at Lehigh is finished.
