Svalbard case study Flashcards
1
Q
Where is Svalbard
A
Norwegian territory
arctic circle
2
Q
What is the main town
A
Longyearbyen
4
Q
What are the main opportunities for development
A
- Mineral extraction
- Energy development (coal + geothermal)
- Fishing
- Tourism
5
Q
what are the challenges effecting development in cold environments
A
- Extreme temperatures
- Inaccessibility
- Building infrastructure
6
Q
How many jobs does mining offer
A
300
7
Q
How many tours it’s visit per year
A
100,000 on cruises and adventure holidays
8
Q
How many jobs does tourism create
A
300
9
Q
How many species of fish are there in Svalbard
A
150
10
Q
What is the main form of transport
A
Snowmobiles
11
Q
What temperature does it drop to in winter
A
-30 degrees
