Global Commons Flashcards
1
Q
What is a global common
A
An area not owned by one country or organisation- belongs to everyone
2
Q
Effect of climate change on Antarctica
A
West coast warmed 3 degrees
Ice shelves in Wendell and Ross sea melt
Krill declines 80% as sea ice melts(source of food for marine life)
3
Q
Threats to Antarctica
A
- mineral deposits and oil could be there
- Tourism and research
- fishing and whaling (affect food chain)
4
Q
What law protects Antarctica?
A
Antarctic treaty 1959- signed by 53 countries. Only used for peaceful reasons, coop on scientific research and should remain a global common
5
Q
What is the IWC
A
International whaling commission- ensures a sustainable level of whale population.
- 1994 whale sanctuary set up
1982 whaling moratorium banned all commercial whaling
6
Q
Loop hole to whaling
A
Japan claim they kill whales for scientific research
