Discussion 1

Visit the websites listed below and post answers to the following questions, elaborating on your opinions. The first link will have you find out the world’s population when you were born. Then, view the World Population video in the second link.

The World Population & Me

The World Population Video

After visiting the website and viewing the video, answer the following questions:

Were you surprised at the current size of the human population or at its changes since your year of birth?

How many people do you believe the Earth can support without dire environmental damage?

Should developed countries help slow the population growth of developing countries? If so, what sorts of methods should be employed to do this?

Discussion 2

All energy sources have an environmental impact. Using the map provided or the website listed below, identify types of power plants near your home. Describe ways to reduce negative environmental impacts of the energy source(s) near your home. Include the costs of these measures. Do you think the advantages are worth the cost of these changes? Why or why not?
https://www.eia.gov/state/maps.php

EACH DISCUSSION IS 250 WORDS