science and enviroment
A rise in the average temperature of the Earth, primarily caused by emissions from burning fossil fuels
what is climate change
The process of extracting or using natural resources to build infrastructure, grow the economy, create jobs, and generate wealth.
what is development
Formal pacts or treaties signed between different countries to collaborate on global challenges that cross borders (such as global warming or wildlife preservation).
what are international agreements
The number and variety of plant and animal species on Earth, including genetic variation within individual species. Chapter 9 explores how human activity can threaten biodiversity.
what is biodiversity
Large deposits of bitumen (heavy crude oil) located in northern Alberta. They represent a massive economic driver for Canada, but are also a central focal point for environmental debates regarding emissions and land reclamation.
what are oil sands
A historic international agreement negotiated in 1997 where countries committed to reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Canada's shifting political choices regarding this treaty (ratifying it, then later withdrawing) serves as a major case study in this chapter.
what is kyoto protical
Gases trapped in the Earth's atmosphere (like carbon dioxide) that act like a blanket, trapping heat and contributing to global warming.
what are greenhouse gasses
A measure of a country's total economic output divided by its population. It is often used as a standard indicator of a nation's material standard of living.
what is gdp per capita
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what are lemons
Challenges that arise from human interaction with the natural world, which can directly impact the quality of life, health, and economic stability of Canadians.
what are enviromental issues
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what is sledding
Formally approved or signed by a government, making an international treaty or agreement legally binding for that nation.
what is ratified
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what is shawnee highschool
A tax levied by the government on the carbon content of fuels. Its goal is to create a financial incentive for industries, companies, and individuals to reduce their greenhouse gas emissions.
what are carbon tax
An individual, group, or organization that has a direct interest, investment, or involvement in an issue because the outcome will affect them personally, financially, or culturally.
what is a stakeholder