Global Commons Flashcards
1
Q
What are global commons
A
Areas of land that not one country or government have control over, they are governed by international law
2
Q
What is the tragedy of the commons
A
Industrialisation and development has meant global commons are at risk due to increasing demand for resources
Technology has made it easier to reach global commons, e.g space
The global commons are under pressure from overfishing, pollution and climate change
3
Q
Why is there a need to protect global commons
A
These areas are important to having a healthy world
4
Q
What are the global commons protected by
A
international agreements - ATS
