Jim Waldman opposed drilling for oil in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge because the effects of drilling for oil will disrupt the ecosystem of the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge and lead to the extinction of some of the animals.
What are two reasons why oil exploitation is prohibited in the ANWR?
Two reasons why oil exploitation is prohibited in the ANWR are:
- it has tremendous ecological and environmental value;
- Is is a carbon reserve.
How would you describe the topography of the ANWR?
It is bounded to the North by the Beaufort sea and to the east by Canada. It has flat plans from the easten part of it which are also treeless.
What does ANWR stand for?
ANWR Stands for Arctic National Wildlife Refuge.
Why do you think Jim Waldman describes the refuge as one of "the most spectacular wildlife areas in North America?"
Jim Waldman describes the refuge as one of "the most spectacular wildlife areas in North America" because it is home to hundreds of species of migratory birds that link the ANWR to the rest of the US and all the continents of the world.
It is mentioned that "since 1978, about 12.9 billion barrels of crude have been taken out of the nearby Prudhoe Bay fields." How significant is this statement?
It means that a lot of damage has been done to the natural ecosystem in that region.
Overall, if you are a leader to make the final decision on oil drilling in the ANWR fields, what would be your stance?
I would take the position that is against drilling. We already have alternative sources of energy. Lets explore it.
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