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What is the primary cause of the increase in carbon dioxide levels in the atmosphere?

  • Solar radiation variations
  • Industrial processes and deforestation (correct)
  • Natural volcanic activity
  • Increased ocean absorption

Which greenhouse gas is primarily produced from livestock and agricultural practices?

  • Chlorofluorocarbon
  • Carbon dioxide
  • Methane (correct)
  • Nitrous oxide

Which of the following accurately defines climate change?

  • Immediate effects of deforestation
  • Consequences of volcanic eruptions on temperature
  • Long-term alteration in temperature and precipitation patterns (correct)
  • Variations in weather patterns over a week

What process is primarily responsible for the greenhouse effect?

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Which of the following processes contributes to the emission of nitrous oxide?

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What is a significant effect of global warming on marine ecosystems?

<p>Coral bleaching (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do microplastics impact the ocean's ability to absorb carbon dioxide?

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Which of the following is NOT a greenhouse gas?

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What is the primary consequence of warmer ocean temperatures on corals?

<p>Zooxanthellae expulsion leading to coral bleaching (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT an impact of coral bleaching?

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How is carbon footprint defined?

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Which technology is specifically designed to capture CO2 from the atmosphere?

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What is the purpose of the Greenhouse Gas Protocol?

<p>To measure and report greenhouse gas emissions (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following activities can help reduce greenhouse gases?

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What does the emissions trading (cap and trade system) allow companies to do?

<p>Buy and sell pollution permits (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What role do offsets play in greenhouse gas management?

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What is one of the primary benefits of using GIS technology in natural resource management?

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Which of the following best defines an 'indicator' in the context of sustainable development?

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How is the carbon footprint primarily measured?

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What is the ecological footprint used to measure?

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What role does Global Forest Watch play in the context of GIS?

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Which factor is NOT typically considered when using GIS for architectural design?

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What does a smaller ecological footprint imply?

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Which of the following best describes the term 'unpredicted impacts' in resource management?

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What can a company do if its emissions exceed the cap set by the trading scheme?

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Which of the following is a key focus of the Glasgow Climate Pact?

<p>Reduce methane emissions (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What characterizes ecotourism?

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What is the primary purpose of a Life Cycle Assessment (LCA)?

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Which tool is used to predict environmental impacts before a project is approved?

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Which of the following is NOT a goal of the Glasgow Climate Pact?

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Which of the following would be classified as a tool for environmental management?

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What is one of the intended outcomes of an Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA)?

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Flashcards

Global Warming

A long-term increase in Earth's average temperature caused primarily by human activities like burning fossil fuels.

Greenhouse Effect

A natural process where greenhouse gases trap heat in the atmosphere, keeping Earth warm enough for life.

Greenhouse Gases

Gases that trap heat in the atmosphere, such as carbon dioxide, methane, nitrous oxide, and water vapor.

Carbon Dioxide (CO2)

The primary greenhouse gas emitted through human activities like burning fossil fuels and deforestation.

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Methane (CH4)

A powerful greenhouse gas produced by livestock, natural gas production, rice cultivation, and landfills.

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Nitrous Oxide (N2O)

A greenhouse gas produced by fertilizers, burning fossil fuels, and industrial processes.

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Climate Change

A long-term shift in average weather patterns over decades or longer, driven by global warming and other factors.

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Coral Bleaching

The loss of color in coral reefs due to stress from warming ocean temperatures and other factors.

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Impacts of Coral Bleaching

Coral bleaching leads to a loss of biodiversity, impacting marine ecosystems, and causing economic losses due to declining tourism and fishing industries.

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Carbon Footprint

The total amount of greenhouse gas emissions caused directly or indirectly by an individual, organization, or product.

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Greenhouse Gas Protocol

A standardized method for measuring, managing, and reporting greenhouse gas emissions from organizations.

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CO2 Capture Plant

A facility that captures carbon dioxide from the atmosphere and stores it underground, helping to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

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Electric Vehicles (EVs)

Cars powered by electricity, emitting fewer greenhouse gases than conventional gasoline-powered vehicles.

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Offsets

Voluntary payments to projects that reduce greenhouse gas emissions, such as wind farms or solar installations, to compensate for your own emissions.

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Emissions Trading (Cap and Trade)

A system where companies can buy or sell permits to pollute, with a cap on the total amount of pollution allowed, encouraging a reduction in emissions.

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GIS in Natural Resource Management

Using GIS to create maps, monitor changes in land cover or vegetation, track environmental issues, and follow the movement of endangered species.

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Global Forest Watch

An online platform that uses GIS to provide real-time information and tools for monitoring forests.

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GIS in Architecture

GIS helps architects make better building decisions by considering factors like sunlight, wind, and water flow.

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Sustainability Indicators

Specific, measurable characteristics that show changes or monitor progress towards sustainable goals.

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Ecological Footprint

The amount of land and water needed to support the resources an individual, organization, or country consumes.

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How is Carbon Footprint measured?

Measured in metric tons of carbon dioxide equivalents (CO2e).

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How is Ecological Footprint expressed?

Expressed as land area (global hectares) or number of Earths.

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Emissions Allowances

A tradable permit that allows a company to emit a certain amount of greenhouse gases. If a company emits less than their allowance, they can sell the excess. If they emit more, they need to buy additional allowances.

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European Union Emissions Trading Scheme

A system in Europe where companies can buy and sell emissions allowances to manage their greenhouse gas emissions.

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Glasgow Climate Pact

An agreement made in 2021 at the UN Climate Change Conference in Glasgow, aiming to limit global warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius.

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Ecotourism

A sustainable form of tourism that focuses on experiencing nature, learning about it, and contributing to its conservation.

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Life Cycle Assessment (LCA)

A detailed analysis of the environmental impact of a product, process, or service throughout its entire lifecycle, from raw material extraction to disposal.

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Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA)

A study used to predict and evaluate the environmental impact of a project before it begins.

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What are some tools for environmental management?

Tools used to manage environmental impacts include: Life cycle assessment (LCA), Environmental impact assessment (EIA), Geographic information systems (GIS), Cost-benefit analysis, Indicators, and Footprints.

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What is the purpose of an EIA?

An EIA has several purposes: 1) Predicting environmental impacts early on. 2) Finding ways to reduce negative impacts. 3) Guiding decisions on project approval.

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Study Notes

Global Warming and Climate Change

  • Global temperatures have increased since the 20th century
  • Global warming is a long-term trend in Earth's temperature since the pre-industrial period
  • Human activities, primarily burning fossil fuels, are the main cause of global warming
  • Greenhouse Effect: Natural process where greenhouse gases (GHGs) trap heat near Earth's surface, preventing freezing
  • Greenhouse gases include carbon dioxide (CO2), methane (CH4), nitrous oxide (N2O), water vapor (H2O), and chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs)
  • Human activities have increased GHG levels, causing global warming

Greenhouse Gas Emissions

  • Carbon dioxide (CO2) is the primary GHG emitted by human activities
  • Burning fossil fuels for energy and transportation increases CO2
  • Cement, iron, and steel production also release CO2
  • Deforestation reduces CO2 absorption
  • Methane is produced from livestock, natural gas production, rice cultivation, and landfill waste
  • Nitrous oxide comes from commercial and organic fertilizers, and from burning fossil fuels

Greenhouse Gas Emissions Throughout the Life Cycle

  • GHGs are released at every stage of a product's life cycle: extraction, transport, manufacturing, waste management (especially incineration), and breakdown
  • Microplastics in the ocean may interfere with the ocean's ability to absorb carbon dioxide

Climate and Climate Change

  • Climate: Long-term average of temperature, humidity, and rainfall patterns over seasons, years, or decades
  • Climate change: Long-term change in climate
  • Climate changes over the last 650,000 years are due to changes in Earth's orbit
  • Recent climate changes are mainly caused by global warming

Climate Change Effects

  • Impacts of global warming include melting ice, rising sea levels, increased temperatures, more frequent wildfires, longer periods of drought, shift in blooming times, and stronger/more frequent typhoons or hurricanes

Coral Bleaching

  • Global warming causes coral bleaching
  • Coral reefs are made of polyps with zooxanthellae (algae)
  • Warmer ocean temperatures cause zooxanthellae to expel from corals, leaving them without color (bleaching)
  • Prolonged stress can kill coral

Technologies and Actions To Reduce Global Warming/Climate Change

  • Carbon Footprint: Total greenhouse gas emissions caused directly and indirectly by an individual, organization, event, or product
  • CO2 Capture Plant: Plants extract CO2
  • Electric vehicles (EVs) produce less emissions than conventional vehicles
  • Offsets: Voluntary payments to reduce greenhouse gases in the atmosphere
  • Emissions Trading (cap and trade system): Governments set a maximum limit on pollution (cap) and companies can buy/sell allowances.
  • Glasgow Climate Pact: Aims to limit global average temperature rise to 1.5°C, including phasing down coal use, halting deforestation and ensuring financing for developing nations.
  • Ecotourism: Sustainable form of natural resource-based tourism focused on ethical and low-impact methods for observing nature and its conservation.

Tools for Environmental Management

  • LCA (Life Cycle Assessment): Process of measuring environmental impact of a product or service throughout its life cycle
  • EIA (Environmental Impact Assessment): Tool used to identify environmental, social and economic impacts of a project prior to decision-making
  • GIS (Geographic Information Systems): Maps land use, vegetation, and other elements for informed decisions in architecture and natural resource management.

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