Svalbard Ops and Challenges

Svalbard is a territory of which countries?

• Sweden

• Russia

• Norway

• Finland

Which line of latitude is Svalbard closest to?

• Arctic Circle

• Antarctic Circle

• Tropic of Cancer

• Tropic of Capricorn

What is the climate like in Svalbard?

• Extreme cold with high precipitation

• Extreme cold with low precipitation

• Mild with high precipitation

• Mild with low precipitation

Which facts are true about Svalbard? (2)

• It is too cold for farming

• It has a population of 27 million

• There are more polar bears than people

• The island belongs to Denmark

Which is the fastest growing industry in Svalbard?

• Coal mining

• Tourism

• Fishing

• Farming

Why is living in Svalbard challenging? (2)

• It's hard to work outside in the winter

• It's a remote island with little transport

• There is lots of traffic on roads

• Few tourists visit the area

What are the negative environmental effects of tourism in Svalbard? (2)

• Fragile vegetation is trampled by walkers

• Increased traffic pollution in cities

• Tourist jobs are seasonal and poorly paid

• Off-road driving can damage habitats

Which is not an environmental threat in Svalbard?

• Off-road driving

• Melting permafrost

• Deforestation

How is Svalbard reducing its environmental impact? (2)

• Closing down coal mines

• Building ecotourism resorts

• Building water pipes over the ground

• Using electric cars

How are fish stocks in the Barents Sea protected? (2)

• Local people in Svalbard can only catch certain species

• Trawlers are used to catch fish and sea creatures

• Fish are exported to many EU countries for profit

• Fishing is strictly controlled by Norway and Russia