Pollution fears for Sakhalin Island

The video discusses the environmental concerns surrounding Sacalin Island and Sakhalin, focusing on the impact of liquefied natural gas production and large oil and gas projects. Ecologists express fears about potential disasters due to geological risks and pipeline construction on fault lines. Sakhalin Energy acknowledges past mistakes but commits to minimizing environmental impact. Despite efforts, the possibility of future oil discoveries raises further concerns.

What is the primary environmental concern associated with the production of liquefied natural gas on Sakhalin Island?

• Deforestation

• Oil container accidents

• Air pollution

• Water scarcity

How far is Sakhalin Island from Japan?

• 100 kilometers

• 150 kilometers

• 200 kilometers

• 250 kilometers

What is the main concern of ecologists regarding the north-south oil pipeline on Sakhalin Island?

• It is built on multiple geological faults

• It might lead to deforestation

• It could cause air pollution

• It could increase water pollution

What does Sakhalin Energy claim about the risks associated with their projects?

• They have ignored the risks

• They have accounted for the risks

• They have underestimated the risks

• They have overestimated the risks

What is a potential future concern for Sakhalin Island mentioned in the video?

• Increase in tourism

• Reduction in natural gas production

• Further oil discoveries leading to more pipelines

• Decrease in oil prices