Svalbard Flashcards
1
Q
Where is Svalbard located ?
A
North of Norway
2
Q
When was Svalbard discovered ?
A
1596
3
Q
What is the population ?
A
2,600 people
4
Q
What are 2 opportunities of Svalbard ? ( a cold environment )
A
New mine at Svea
70,000 tourists snowmobiling and northern lights
5
Q
What are 2 challenges of living in Svalbard ? ( a cold environment )
A
3,500 polar bears, must carry guns
Infrastructure, overground pipes only due to permafrost thaw
