L5 Flashcards
1
Q
What are the views on forestry in the Taiga?
A
Forest used for timber
Depends on the country; Canada has strict logging control but Russia doesn’t
2
Q
What are the view on mining and energy production in the Taiga?
A
Canada and Russia (have largest amount of Taiga), mine a lot as it contributes to their economy. Without it they would be poor. 380,000 Canadians are in the mining industry
3
Q
What are the views of the indigenous people?
A
Wish to maintain the traditional uses of the Taiga for its resources
4
Q
What are the views on recreation, tourism and taiga product consumers?
A
Recreation and tourism - Taiga is where people relax, international tourism in the taiga brings money to help local economies
Taiga product consumption - paper comes from taiga, oil and gas
