Union Glacier

Question 1

what are the advantages

Answer 1

• solar-powered operations:
  camp uses solar energy to power its facilities, minimising reliance on fossil fuels and reducing carbon emissions
• waste management:
  all waste, including human waste is meticulously collected and transported back to Chile for proper disposal, adhering to the Antartic Treaty System’s environmental protocols.
  -temporary infrastructure
  -limited resource consum[ption:
  guests are encouraged to limit water usage, with showers available every 2-3 days, and are provided with disinfectant hand gel to reduce water waste
  -its expensive, roughly approx 25,000 pounds per person

Question 2

what are the disadvantages

Answer 2

• airplanes to import supplies
• neccessitates energy-intensive transportation due to fresh produce and other supplies flowing in from chile
• the camps energy needs are substancial, and reliance on solar pwoer may not fully meet all operational demands, especially during periods of low sunlight .

Question 3

Summaries the success of Unioin Glacier

Answer 3

-demonstrates a commitment to sustainability through:
renewable energy use,
waste management and
temporary infrastructure
HOWEVER
the inherent challenges of operating in such a remote and extreme environment necessitates careful consideration of resource use and environmental impact