Sustainable Energy

What is environmental sustainability?

• Degrading the environment for our own needs

• Meeting our needs without compromising the environment.

• To maintain direction

• To leave the environment untouched

Energy producing regions are a source of wealth.

• True

• False

The exploitation of oil sands in Alberta has serious impact on the environment.

• True

• False

Problem: degradation of the natural environment. What are the consequences?

• Loss of species and habitats

• Increased GHG emissions

• Reduced river flow

• Loss of hunting territories for Indigenous Peoples

Problem: Greenhouse has emissions. What are the consequences?

• Contiribute to global warming/ climate change

• There is no impact of greenhouse gases on ou environment.

• Increased acidity to our rivers and streams

Problem: Impact on waterways and groundwater. What are the consequences?

• Decreased river flows

• Impact on drinking water

• Contamination

Solutions for the oil sands production.

• Studies must be done for possible issues

• Companies must meet obligations to restore land to original state

• Economically benefit and support Indigenous culture and education.

• To ensure workers are compensated for health risks.

What is a developed country?

• The majority of the people are able to meet basic needs. They have access to health care, education and and a certain level of comfort.

• Country where the majority of the population lack an adequate standard of living.

What is a developing country?

• The majority of the people are able to meet basic needs. They have access to health care, education and and a certain level of comfort.

• Country where the majority of the population lack an adequate standard of living.

What is the consequence of greenhouse gases?

• Global Warming

• Environmental disasters

• Expected energy shortage