Rio's bay threatened by pollution

The video discusses the severe pollution in the Bay of Rio, highlighting the impact of waste and sewage from over 10 million people, factory waste, and oil spills. Despite cleanup efforts since 1995, significant challenges remain. The Environment Ministry, established recently, aims to improve conditions with a $1 billion plan. However, economic crises hinder progress. The goal is to make the Bay safe for swimming within a decade.

What has contributed to the pollution in the Bay of Rio?

• Deforestation

• Increased tourism

• Natural disasters

• Sewage wastewater from millions of people

Since when have cleanup initiatives been underway in the Bay of Rio?

• 2005

• 1995

• 2015

• 1985

What is the estimated cost of the latest cleanup effort for the Bay?

• $1 billion

• $2 billion

• $500 million

• $750 million

What is one of the government's goals for the Bay of Rio in the next 10 years?

• To expand oil drilling

• To allow children to swim safely

• To increase maritime traffic

• To build more factories

What is a key strategy for improving the condition of the rivers feeding into the Bay?

• Building more dams

• Increasing fishing activities

• Coordinating local governments

• Promoting industrial growth