UK challenges

Question 1

How does overpopulation affect the UK?

Answer 1

It affects it because the UK is becoming overpopulated and there are too many people compared to natural resources.

Question 2

What pressures does this have on ecosystems?

Answer 2

Building on greenfield sites, potential rise in co2 emissions, pressure on water systems, new houses potentially increase the likelihood of flooding, food demands increasing agricultural practices.

Question 3

What are the advantages and disadvantages of greenfield sites?

Answer 3

Advantages: 
- land tends to be cheaper 
- more land development opportunities 
Disadvantages: 
- potential loss of agricultural land. 
- potential disruption to habitats and ecosystems.

Question 4

How is the UK conserving its national parks?

Answer 4

river restoration works, promoting the use of electric bikes, using renewable energy sources, regular monitoring of historic sites, working with other organisations and converting old farm buildings.

Question 5

What is the UK’s future climate looking like?

Answer 5

It could see the UK’s temperature rise between 2 degrees and 4 degrees.