Assignment task:
Describe the trends in energy use in both industrialized and developing countries between 1800 and 2000. Describe the trends in population growth in both industrialized and developing countries between 1800 and 2000. Why are the conclusions from this graph a concern to ecologists in the U.S.? Do you think this "population growth/energy use" dynamic will continue? What could happen if more countries increase their energy use? Discuss alternatives to continuation of these trends. How can these trends be changed? What would the outcomes be? As more and more countries become industrialized they will likely increase their energy needs. What other resources will likely become depleted as these developing countries become more industrialized? Explain. (Describe at least 3).