Analysis of Debate: Environmental Changes and Fossil Fuels in Canada

This assignment provides an analysis of a debate on environmental changes and the use of fossil fuels, specifically focusing on the context of Canada. The author agrees with the sustainable use of fossil fuels, citing their abundance and importance for future generations, while also acknowledging the economic benefits of oil sands. The author disagrees with the idea that increased carbon dioxide levels are harmless, highlighting the negative impacts on the ozone layer and human health. The assignment also discusses the importance of considering environmental impacts alongside economic growth, advocating for sustainable resource management and amendments in environmental laws. References to academic sources are included to support the arguments presented, offering a comprehensive overview of the debate's key issues and perspectives.

Debate
Environmental changes

I agree with the statement that Canada is irresponsible and depends upon the fossil fuels and it
needs to be met with optimism because fossil fuels are abundant in nature and it should be used
in a sustainable manner so that a resources are available for the future generation as well (Cohen,
2014). Secondly, Canada is using oil sand to produce clean and honest oil for the citizen and it
helps to grow country economically. I also agree that the Tar sands emits GHG and biggest water
wastage.
I totally disagree with the statement that adding Carbon dioxide creates positive feedback as it
leads to increase in warming. Because of which the globe is facing a serious problem related to
depletion of ozone layer and increment in ultraviolet harmful radiations which leads to global
warming. I also disagree with the statement that largely depend on the oil creates realization of
planet towards the carbon dioxide but it increases the entering of harmful rays on earth which
creates serious problems such as: Cancer, and others. I disagree with the statement that
environmental alarmist and adversaries do not know what they are talking because they are
presenting us with relevant information on the basis of in-depth research. Furthermore, the
statement “few degree rise in temperature will not affect the country” is highly unacceptable and
disagreeable.
It is being advised that Canada should use their natural resources in a sustainable manner. The
(Middleton, 2013) country should not totally dependent on oil and it should consider the issues
which harms the environment with economic growth. The government should consider these
aspects and make amendments in law accordingly.

References
Cohen, A., & Bakker, K. (2014). The eco-scalar fix: Rescaling environmental governance and the politics
of ecological boundaries in Alberta, Canada.Environment and Planning D: Society and Space, 32(1), 128-
146.
Middleton, N. (2013). The Global Casino: An Introduction to Environmental Issues: An Introduction to
Environmental Issues. Routledge.