Svalbard Flashcards
1
Q
Where
A
North of Norway
2
Q
What is the population
A
2,600 people
3
Q
How many species of fish are there
A
150
4
Q
How many tourists were snowmobiling to see the northern lights
A
70,000
5
Q
How many students are at the university
A
300
6
Q
How many coal miners
A
300
-presenting job opportunities
7
Q
What is there a potential for
A
Geothermal energy
8
Q
How many polar bears are there
A
3500
Must carry a gun
9
Q
What is the challenge with infrastructure
A
Overground pipes only permafrost thaw
10
Q
What’s the challenge with construction
A
Too cold
24hrs darkness in winter
11
Q
What is the challenge with accessibility
A
Only 40km of roads are surrounded by arctic
12
Q
What is the challenge with climate
A
Strong winds
-20 degrees celsius in January
Snowfall
