VOICED : Iceberg Corridor sparks economic boom on Canada's east coast

The video discusses the collection of icebergs by Keene and his crew, who profit from selling pure iceberg water. This water is marketed as a luxury product due to its purity, having been frozen before industrial pollution. The economic impact on coastal communities is significant, as tourism around icebergs boosts local economies. However, the presence of icebergs in warmer waters raises concerns about climate change, as they serve as visible indicators of global warming.

What is the primary reason Keene and his crew collect ice blocks from Greenland?

• To create a new tourist attraction

• To study the effects of climate change

• To sell the pure water for profit

• To preserve the ice for future generations

Why is the water from the Arctic glaciers considered pure?

• It is collected from remote areas

• It is untouched by industrial pollution

• It is purified using advanced technology

• It is filtered through natural processes

How has the iceberg water business expanded globally?

• By opening new factories in different countries

• By increasing the production of iceberg water

• By collaborating with local businesses

• By shipping to international markets like Europe and the Middle East

What economic benefit do icebergs bring to coastal communities?

• They provide a source of fresh water

• They attract tourists, boosting the local economy

• They offer new fishing opportunities

• They help in cooling the local climate

What concern is raised by the presence of icebergs in warmer waters?

• The risk of water contamination

• The potential for increased shipping accidents

• The visible effects of global warming

• The impact on local wildlife