How can we attempt to solve our planets growing environmental concerns? Unit on Modern Issues- Environmentalism.

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How can we attempt to solve our planets growing environmental concerns? Unit on Modern Issues- Environmentalism

Assignment: Environmental Profiles and Solutions Groups will be assigned to do research on a particular region of the world and discuss the environmental challenges currently being faced and the possible solutions. Your presentation should address all parts of the task and accurately depict your countries position on being environmentally friendly.

Choose a Country Japan USA England ( United Kingdom) Germany Russia China South America Africa

Identify the problems currently being faced by that country: Desertification Deforestation Air Pollution Oil Spills Ozone Deficiency Acid Rain

Choose one of the following solutions and discuss how it can be potentially beneficial to your country of research. Hydrogen power Biomass Solar power Wind turbines Carbon footprint tracking Domestic carbon tracking Personal responsibility