Sustaining Ecosystems CS- large scale polar management

Question 1

large scale polar management case study

Answer 1

antarctic treaty

Question 2

place specific detail

Answer 2

• includes 12 countries
• signed in 1959

Question 3

positives/aims

Answer 3

• conserving plants/ animals
• protection
• minimising waste disposal
• certain activities must have an environmental impact assessment
• no mineral exploitation
• rules restricting non-native species being introduces
• tourist restrictions

Question 4

negatives/ limitations

Answer 4

• no major problems, just aim to maintain and continue these positive effects
• treaty can’t protect against increasing tourism
• future is uncertain