Svalbard (Cold Environments) Flashcards
1
Q
Where is Svalbard?
A
Svalbard is a Norwegian archipelago in the Arctic Ocean.
2
Q
What is the climate like?
A
Polar climate - winter temp below -50°C, low precipitation, permafrost - 60% land covered by glaciers.
3
Q
How does Mineral Extraction present an economic opportunity in Svalbard.
A
Main economic activity, rich reserves of coal, more than 300 people are employed due to mining, controversial due to burning of greenhouse gases.
4
Q
How do Energy Developments present an economic opportunity in Svalbard
A
Coal mined on Svalbard is burned in the Longyearbyen station but geothermal power is likely the future of Svalbard.
Another possibility is using Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) as a method of power generation.
