Latin america enviromental concerns
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Mexico City has very high levels of air pollution due to its large population and location in a valley surrounded by mountains. The pollution is caused by vehicle emissions and trapped air. Solutions being tried include improved public transportation, restrictions on car use, and education programs. The Amazon rainforest is being destroyed for agriculture and logging, harming biodiversity and increasing carbon emissions. Deforestation is a major problem for Brazil. Oil production in Venezuela generates air and water pollution and oil spills that damage the environment and people's livelihoods. Communities and groups are calling for cleaner energy alternatives and pollution prevention and cleanup efforts.
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Latin America Environmental Concerns
Mexico City has very high levels of air pollution due to its large population, location in a valley surrounded by mountains, and high elevation. The pollution is caused by vehicle emissions and trapped air pollution. The city is promoting public transportation and cleaner fuels to reduce air pollution.
The Amazon rainforest is being destroyed as land is cleared for farms and cattle grazing. This is reducing the amount of carbon dioxide absorbed and oxygen produced, endangering plants and animals.
Venezuela produces a large amount of oil, which boosts its economy but also causes toxic waste, air and water pollution, and oil spills that damage the environment and people's livelihoods. This oil production is a major source of carbon dioxide
Environmental Concerns
Mexico City has very high levels of air pollution due to its large population, location in a valley surrounded by mountains, and high elevation. The pollution is caused by vehicle emissions and trapped air pollution. The city is promoting public transportation and cleaner fuels to reduce air pollution.
The Amazon rainforest is being destroyed as land is cleared for farms and cattle grazing. This is reducing the amount of carbon dioxide absorbed and oxygen produced, endangering plants and animals.
Venezuela produces a large amount of oil, which boosts its economy but also causes toxic waste, air and water pollution, and oil spills that damage the environment and people's livelihoods. This oil production is a major source of carbon dioxide
Latin America Environmental Concerns. new 2011ppt
The document discusses three main environmental issues in Latin America: 1) air pollution in Mexico City due to its large population and location in a valley, 2) destruction of the Amazon rainforest through deforestation which threatens biodiversity and increases carbon emissions, and 3) oil-related pollution in Venezuela from drilling and production that contaminates water and land and contributes to climate change.
Environmental concerns of latin america
Latin America faces several major environmental issues related to pollution. Mexico City has extremely high levels of air pollution due to its large population, high elevation, and surrounding mountains that trap pollutants. The Brazilian government's development led to widespread deforestation of the Amazon rainforest, endangering plants and animals and increasing carbon dioxide levels. Venezuela is a leading oil producer, but oil production results in toxic waste, air pollution, and oil spills that damage the environment and people's livelihoods.
Latin americaenvironmentalconcerns
Mexico City has very high air pollution levels due to its large population, high elevation, and surrounding mountains. The pollution causes health issues for residents and the city promotes public transportation and cleaner fuels to help reduce it.
The Amazon rainforest produces a third of the world's oxygen but is being destroyed for farming and logging, endangering plants and animals. Deforestation contributes to global warming by reducing carbon dioxide absorption.
Venezuela's oil production generates toxic waste and pollution that damages the environment and people's health and livelihoods. Groups are calling for renewable energy and pollution prevention and clean-up to reduce Venezuela's reliance on oil.
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Unit 6 Environmental Concerns
The document discusses several environmental issues affecting Latin America:
1) Air pollution is a major problem in Mexico City due to its large population, high elevation, and surrounding mountains that trap pollutants. Solutions being tried include promoting public transportation and restricting car use.
2) The Amazon rainforest is being destroyed for agriculture and development, endangering plants and animals and reducing the forest's ability to produce oxygen and regulate climate.
3) Oil production in Venezuela has boosted the economy but also caused toxic waste, air pollution, and oil spills. Dependence on oil exports motivates continued production and pollution. Groups are calling for renewable energy and pollution prevention.
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1) Acid rain pollution caused by coal burning and fossil fuel use which damages forests and pollutes lakes like the Great Lakes.
2) Extraction of natural resources like minerals from the Canadian Shield which involves damaging mining processes and releases harmful chemicals.
3) Pollution of the Great Lakes from factory waste dumping, though agreements and laws were passed in the 1970s to clean it up.
4) Sustainable management of Canada's timber industry to prevent over-extraction of this important natural resource.
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Mexico City has very high levels of air pollution due to its large population, location in a valley surrounded by mountains, and high elevation. The pollution is caused by vehicle emissions and trapped air pollution. The city is promoting public transportation and cleaner fuels to reduce air pollution.
The Amazon rainforest is being destroyed as land is cleared for farms and cattle grazing. This is reducing the amount of carbon dioxide absorbed and oxygen produced, endangering plants and animals.
Venezuela produces a large amount of oil, which boosts its economy but also causes toxic waste, air and water pollution, and oil spills that damage the environment and people's livelihoods. This oil production is a major source of carbon dioxide
Environmental Concerns
Mexico City has very high levels of air pollution due to its large population, location in a valley surrounded by mountains, and high elevation. The pollution is caused by vehicle emissions and trapped air pollution. The city is promoting public transportation and cleaner fuels to reduce air pollution.
The Amazon rainforest is being destroyed as land is cleared for farms and cattle grazing. This is reducing the amount of carbon dioxide absorbed and oxygen produced, endangering plants and animals.
Venezuela produces a large amount of oil, which boosts its economy but also causes toxic waste, air and water pollution, and oil spills that damage the environment and people's livelihoods. This oil production is a major source of carbon dioxide
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The document discusses three main environmental issues in Latin America: 1) air pollution in Mexico City due to its large population and location in a valley, 2) destruction of the Amazon rainforest through deforestation which threatens biodiversity and increases carbon emissions, and 3) oil-related pollution in Venezuela from drilling and production that contaminates water and land and contributes to climate change.
Environmental concerns of latin america
Latin America faces several major environmental issues related to pollution. Mexico City has extremely high levels of air pollution due to its large population, high elevation, and surrounding mountains that trap pollutants. The Brazilian government's development led to widespread deforestation of the Amazon rainforest, endangering plants and animals and increasing carbon dioxide levels. Venezuela is a leading oil producer, but oil production results in toxic waste, air pollution, and oil spills that damage the environment and people's livelihoods.
Latin americaenvironmentalconcerns
Mexico City has very high air pollution levels due to its large population, high elevation, and surrounding mountains. The pollution causes health issues for residents and the city promotes public transportation and cleaner fuels to help reduce it.
The Amazon rainforest produces a third of the world's oxygen but is being destroyed for farming and logging, endangering plants and animals. Deforestation contributes to global warming by reducing carbon dioxide absorption.
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1) Air pollution is a major problem in Mexico City due to its large population, high elevation, and surrounding mountains that trap pollutants. Solutions being tried include promoting public transportation and restricting car use.
2) The Amazon rainforest is being destroyed for agriculture and development, endangering plants and animals and reducing the forest's ability to produce oxygen and regulate climate.
3) Oil production in Venezuela has boosted the economy but also caused toxic waste, air pollution, and oil spills. Dependence on oil exports motivates continued production and pollution. Groups are calling for renewable energy and pollution prevention.
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1) Acid rain pollution caused by coal burning and fossil fuel use which damages forests and pollutes lakes like the Great Lakes.
2) Extraction of natural resources like minerals from the Canadian Shield which involves damaging mining processes and releases harmful chemicals.
3) Pollution of the Great Lakes from factory waste dumping, though agreements and laws were passed in the 1970s to clean it up.
4) Sustainable management of Canada's timber industry to prevent over-extraction of this important natural resource.
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3) Mining activities to extract valuable minerals from the Canadian Shield damage the land and release harmful chemicals, though the government has implemented new rules to reduce pollution.
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2. Mining in the Canadian Shield extracts minerals but leaves long-term damage to soil, water, and ecosystems. It has been linked to increased human and animal sickness.
3. Deforestation of Canada's Boreal Forest for timber and to make way for mines threatens an ancient ecosystem and endangered species. Overuse is unsustainable and causes irreversible loss of forests.
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3) Mining in the Canadian Shield provides important resources but damages the environment; Canada works to reduce pollution and protect habitats and waterways.
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Latin america environmental concerns
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- 3. Air Pollution Over Mexico City
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- 23. Solutions… The government is working to fix the deforestation problem by passing laws on cutting down too many trees. What else can be done?
- 24. Causes: Oil-Related Pollution in Venezuela One of the world’s leading producers of oil – has been producing oil for about 100 years Oil production has boosted economy – Main source of income for many people Oil production results in toxic wastes, air pollution, & oil spills
- 27. Facts: Problems… Venezuela’s coast has become polluted with oil. – oil spills have damaged the environment – hurts the ability of fishermen to earn a living
- 28. Result of Drilling for Oil…
- 31. Facts: Problems… Venezuela leads South America in the production of carbon dioxide, which is a by-product of burning fossil fuels like natural gas & oil. – can cause breathing problems for children & elderly – contributes to global warming
- 32. Facts: Problems… Oil businesses have damaged Lake Maracaibo (largest lake in South America). Large amounts of oil have been removed from the area so the land is changing. – eastern shore of the lake is dropping about three inches a year – government is having to take precautions to keep water from flooding into nearby towns
- 36. Facts: Problems… Money from selling oil is the country’s main source of income. Venezuelans are motivated to keep producing, selling, and burning oil--and polluting.
- 37. Solutions… People are becoming aware that the cost in the long term may be too great. Groups are calling for renewable energy sources and the clean-up and prevention of pollution.
- 38. Directions for Foldable Front Flap Picture Rhyme Rap Explain hand gesture • Other • • • • On the front flap, create a picture, rhyme, rap or a hand gesture that helps you remember the environmental concern.