Feb 4 2026 The Impact On Environment & Workers - Globalization pgs 115-119 & 121 & 122. & Globalization & Environment 124-128

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  Intro to Issues Paper - Structure & Form -  

SSingapore - today about 6.1 million people. Was a UK colony until 1959. Was taken by the Japanese during WW2 1942-1945 - back to the UK after the war. In 1959 it became part of Malaysia - but self governed. Fully independent as a country - 1965. 

     Globalization - Singapore 



SSingapore - Green/Tech City - Video

Singapore Green Plan 2030 (2024 update)

How Singapore Is Trying to Build a Climate-Proof City | Momentum



Shipping - Moving forward with greener options?

Where Things Stand Currently.

  • True solar or electric cargo ships on major international shipping lanes aren’t yet widespread, mainly because long ocean crossings require very large energy storage and infrastructure.

  • However, hybrid solar–electric designs and fully electric vessels for shorter or inland routes are emerging as early adopters in sustainable shipping.

In summary:

  • Solar-assisted cargo vessels are already in service (e.g., Blue Marlin). Germany/Netherlands - inland channels. 
  • Fully electric ocean-going cargo ships may be feasible within the next few years as battery tech advances. (Some inland channels in China using this option currently)
  • The industry is moving toward greener propulsion, combining solar, electric power, alternative fuels, and efficiency improvements.

Current Events Review- CBC - Transportation Routes - Canada - Globalization - A complicated matter. Issues Paper? 

Alberta premier says she’s ruled out Kitimat, B.C., for proposed pipeline route

“Kitimat, it’s not on the table as one of the ports we are looking at," Smith said. "There’s too many channels to navigate.”

Kitimat Location: Channels & Marine Reserve Areas

Cause and Consequence: 115, 118, 119

Complete Questions - page 122 - Q1-4 

*Be prepped to discuss. 


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