Global Commons Flashcards
1
Q
What are the global commons?
A
The high seas
The atmosphere
Antarctica
Outer space
Possible 5th - cyberspace
2
Q
What is the common heritage of mankind principle?
A
Guides international law relating to the global commons- natural resources found in the global commons are commonly held by all nations
They’re to be equally distributed
3
Q
what has acted as protection for most of the global commons in the past?
A
Accessibility issues
4
Q
Outline the concept of the tragedy of the commons
A
Where a party exploits a shared resource for their own benefit, jeopardising future sustainability.
