ENV100 Environmental Science Principles
ASSIGNMENT # 1
- 1929 Nile Basin Treaty gave and still gives Egypt the power over using the Nile resources
- Demand for fresh water is increasing all over the world to the extent that conflicts/war may arise between countries sharing the same water resources
- Countries sharing the Nile river are discussing the reallocation of water resources along the Nile river1
- The Egyptian government at the fear that such decision may limit/reduce their water supply, warned that such decision may lead to a huge conflict1. 1. (www.bbc.co.uk)
Answer format:
- You may form a group of up to 4 students, and provide one submission on behalf of group by
email. - Provide students names and IDs
- No more than 250 words, double spaced, and if you use any references please provide them.
Due
- What are your thoughts on this matter, Should Egypt continue to have authority over the Nile resources or not.
Keep in mind the following,
- The geographical location of Egypt on the map in respect to the other countries
- The flow of the Nile river first through the other countries, and ending in Egypt
- The historical use of other resources including water , by the countries suggesting the reallocation
- The situation in those countries
- The people
- How would such reallocation would affect the environment of those countries including Egypt, if this reallocation is done
- What are the consequences of any conflicts that may arise on both humans
and the environment