The Perceived Value of the Poles
Christian Science Monitor published a thorough article on the Poles, 1/12/14. My hope is that by 2048, when the mineral and mining policies expire, the demand for natural resources will have changed. China and other countries are ready to pounce on the mineral rich areas of Antarctica.
What solutions might emerge to balance our need to mine, with a balance of protection for all life on the planet?
Current reality at the Poles--great summary slide show. http://bit.ly/1hT6UBT
AND today, George W. Gibbs, Jr, made history by landing on Antarctica in 1940. He was the first man off the ship and became the first person of African descent, in the world, to land on the continent.
What solutions might emerge to balance our need to mine, with a balance of protection for all life on the planet?
Current reality at the Poles--great summary slide show. http://bit.ly/1hT6UBT
AND today, George W. Gibbs, Jr, made history by landing on Antarctica in 1940. He was the first man off the ship and became the first person of African descent, in the world, to land on the continent.