Chapter 10 : Lesson 3 People and Their Environment: Northern Europe

Essential Question Why are Northern Europe’s waters and forests in need of protection?

Invasive Species:a non indigenous or nonnative species that threatens ecosystems, habitats or other species

Ch. 10 - People and Their Environment: Northern Europe Managing Resources Natural factors and human activity are causing environmental problems. The Baltic Sea has a unique ecology because of its isolation from the open ocean. Increased shipping has brought a number of invasive species, non- native organisms that threaten local habitats. Industrialization has damaged many wetlands.

Ch. 10 - People and Their Environment: Northern Europe Human Impact Climate change, acid rain, and pollution are affecting Northern Europe. Scandinavian scientists were among the first to understand the environmental effects of acid rain. The high latitudes and steep mountain valleys make climate change more noticeable in Northern Europe.

The United Nations health agency reported that air pollution across Europe is costing “a staggering” $1.6 trillion a year in deaths and diseases, which amounts to nearly one tenth of the region’s gross domestic product.

Ch. 10 - People and Their Environment: Northern Europe Addressing the Issues Governments and civic groups are taking steps to address environmental problems. Environmental management focuses on sustainability and long-term planning. Conservation has been an important issue for the Nordic countries for over 100 years. The region supports ecotourism, a way to encourage tourism that limits damage to the unique lands of Northern Europe.

Review Question: Chapter 10 : Lesson 3 Read pages 261-264 and answer Review Questions on page 264 Hand in Google Class Room.