Questions.
1. Briefly explain:
A) the main sources of pollution in cities and
B) how we can make cities more sustainable.
2. What is the main reason for global pollution: 1. The high number of population in the developing countries or 2. The high consumption and waste generation rates in the developed nations? Explain.
3. Read the news article in the link above. Do you think that the flooding that occurred in Europe last year was caused by climate change? If yes, how does climate change cause flooding?
4. Preserving the Amazon rainforest is of critical importance to fight against climate change. However, the forest is threatened by fires (for example the fires that took place in 2019-2020). 1. How do the forests help us with fighting against climate change?2. How can people protect the Amazon rainforest or other forests?
5. Give 3 examples of chemicals used in food production (chemicals added to agriculture or food processing) or food preparation tools (pots, frying pans) that are harmful to human health.
6. Explain why you are for or against: (a) raising the price of water to motivate people to save water, (b) banning water bottles from the market and (c) providing government subsidies to farmers for improving irrigation efficiency.
7. Is oil spill in the ocean/sea harmful? In case it happens, how can oil be removed?
8. What are the positive and negative impacts of the pandemic on the environment (NOT on people)?
9. 1- What are the pros and cons of electric cars (in relation to the environment)?
2- If electric cars were affordable, would you buy one? Why?