Causes of Climate Injustice (Leaving Cert CASD): Quizzes
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What is extractivism?
What is extractivism?
Extracting resources for export & profit
Who contributes most to emissions but faces least risk from climate change?
Who contributes most to emissions but faces least risk from climate change?
The richest 1% of the world
What is environmental racism?
What is environmental racism?
Minority groups face unequal hazard exposure
In the Niger Delta, where do oil drilling profits mainly flow?
In the Niger Delta, where do oil drilling profits mainly flow?
To foreign companies
How does capitalism contribute to climate injustice?
How does capitalism contribute to climate injustice?
Prioritises profit over environment
Why are women disproportionately affected by climate change?
Why are women disproportionately affected by climate change?
Primary food producers & water collectors
What is intersectional climate injustice?
What is intersectional climate injustice?
Multiple forms of injustice overlap
How does colonialism's legacy affect former colonies today?
How does colonialism's legacy affect former colonies today?
Dependent on exporting raw materials
How do corporations use their power regarding climate policy?
How do corporations use their power regarding climate policy?
Block stronger environmental regulations
Who suffers worst consequences of climate change?
Who suffers worst consequences of climate change?
People who caused it least