One major issue the world is grappling with is the occurrence of extreme climate fluctuations. These changes are compelling individuals to relocate from areas where preventing such alterations is not possible. It highlights the limitations humans face in controlling these fluctuations, as seen in Greenland, situated in the North Atlantic region. The situation in Greenland is particularly alarming due to James Hansen's projections made in 1998, which anticipate a rise in sea levels by about ten feet by 2065.
According to James, the region will face a combination of rising sea levels and extreme warming. Nevertheless, if emissions are not controlled, it is highly probable that sea levels will increase significantly. Consequently, there will be a large-scale migration of people due to the substantial rise in sea level. This mass movement of people will have a negative impact on the economic
...growth of the region. To ensure Greenland's sustainability, it is crucial to address the underlying causes behind this migration phenomenon. Historical evidence indicates that other factors contributing to climate refugees in this area include greenhouse gas emissions and carbon dioxide levels. Tackling this issue is vital for creating a more suitable world for everyone. Additionally, closely connected to this problem is the melting of Greenland's ice.
The main reason for the increase in sea levels is the melting of ice, which is caused by greenhouse emissions and carbon dioxide. This leads to global warming and higher sea levels. It is important to understand what makes Greenland currently uninhabitable in order to make it suitable for human settlement.
Global warming is causing ice in Greenland to melt, which endangers the country's fresh water reservoirs. To address this problem
and ensure Greenland remains habitable, it is essential to incorporate ecosystem services – the different elements that improve human wellbeing in an ecosystem – into society. This way, Greenland can adequately meet the needs of its residents and effectively manage them.
In general, there are four categories of services: provisioning services, regulating services, habitat services, and culture services. Provisioning services refer to the products obtained from the environment, including food, water, medicines, wood, and fiber. Regulating services are achieved through ecosystem processes such as climate regulation, pest control, natural hazard control, water purification, and waste management. Habitat services involve providing a habitat for migratory species and preserving unique genes within an ecosystem.
In conclusion, culture services are nonmaterial services obtained from the ecosystem. These services consist of spiritual enrichment, intellectual development, recreation, and aesthetic values. When combined with other ecosystem products and services, culture services fully support any size of population. Taking Greenland as a case study, embracing these services will enable the region to handle any large population they may face. Regulating services within the category of ecosystem services are particularly important in sustaining a population. To illustrate this, let's consider a few examples that promote the well-being of a population in an area.
In order to address its problem, Greenland must adopt climate regulation (Ayres, Robert U, and Benjamin Warr, pg.132). By regulating the climate, it can mitigate the negative effects of global warming and decrease climatic refugees as well as prevent overpopulation resulting from immigration. Alongside climate regulation, prioritizing water purification is crucial. Other factors that should be considered include pest and disease management, soil biodiversity preservation, and cultural services appreciation. The access to
clean and fresh water is indispensable for any population.
The availability of fresh water is crucial as the absence of it in a specific region can lead to adverse outcomes. The current research area shows a decrease in fresh water resources, but there are potential future sources such as groundwater, lake reservoirs, rivers, and wetlands. Geological reports indicate that Greenland possesses considerable water reserves; nevertheless, these reserves are generally inaccessible to humans due to their remote location and lack of easy access.
Climate change is forecasted to impact Greenland's economy, specifically in the field of agriculture. As a result, residents of Greenland will have to adapt their selection of crops. It is projected that tomatoes, peppers, and strawberries will be grown in Greenland in the future. These plants thrive in suburban gardens found within moderate climates. With rising temperatures, some locals experiment with different crops annually as they experience accelerated growth rates. In the southern part of Greenland, farmers mainly cultivate hay for their sheep but in limited amounts (Miller and Scott Spoolman, pg.593).
In the future, there will be a significant increase in hay production. Although commercial food production is still in its early stages, potato production has seen substantial growth. Between 2008 and 2012, potato output doubled and reached an unprecedented 100 tonnes. This indicates that potatoes have the potential to become a significant cash crop in Greenland.
Two main challenges are hindering food production in Greenland - natural limitations and societal limitations. Societal limitations encompass factors such as the absence of available land, limited access to markets, a low population, and inadequate infrastructure. Conversely, natural limitations mainly revolve around weather-related issues like short growing seasons and
harsh winters. To address these challenges effectively, government intervention is crucial. The government should facilitate the establishment of markets for farmers' products and enhance infrastructure development by constructing roads that connect people to accessible markets. Additionally, it is essential for government laboratories to focus on developing seeds capable of withstanding the region's climatic conditions. Furthermore, there is a concern about the depletion of fossil fuels due to the increasing population (No?sberger andStruik, 88).
Considering the need to substitute the depreciating form of energy source, it is crucial to address this issue. Windmills offer one of the best alternative energy sources available. Similarly, the use of solar energy and biogas also helps to compromise the decrease in fossil fuel energy. Therefore, it is advisable for any businessperson to invest in selling equipment that provides alternative energy sources in Greenland (Michaels, pg.100).
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