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Question 1

led to environmental concerns about sustainability.

Answer 1

-Globalisation has increased the demand for products and goods that are travelling the world.
-Low production and transport costs have driven global levels of consumption higher.
-Higher wages and earnings have allowed this increase to continue.

Question 2

what are the causes of insecurity

Answer 2

1.A 50% increase in global energy use is predicted by 2035.
2.Food production also depletes water supplies
3.Global plastic production continues to rise with recycling rates remaining low.
4.Our consumer lifestyle has increased the average carbon footprint of the Earth.

Question 3

what is sustainability

Answer 3

Meeting the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.

Question 4

How can we respond to globalisation to reduce these environmental impacts?

Answer 4

1. local sourcing and transition towns
2. fair trade and ethical consumption
   3.recyling
   4.local pound
   5.ngo raising awareness
   6.cardon trading schemes, - reduce ghg emissions

Question 5

what is the great pacific garbage patch