Assignment task: Threats to the Great Lakes' ecosystems include invasive species, climate change, pollution, and habitat destruction. Climate change affects water temperatures, weather patterns, and lake levels. Pollutants from residential, agricultural, and industrial areas reduce water quality.
Critical Thinking Questions:
You should include in your paper:
- An overview of an issue or threat of interest to you such as pollution or climate change.
- How does this issue affect the regions bordering the Great Lakes?
- Because Canada borders the Great Lakes as well, are there any treaties in place to help to resolve this issue?
- What effects does this issue have on the U.S. as a whole?
- What effects does this issue have on the world (including places other than Canada)?
- How does this problem affect the ecosystem and the local communities?
- Is anyone working on a solution?
- If yes, describe the solution. If no, what would you suggest?
- What are your thoughts regarding this issue?