Technological Fix Synoptic Section
How far does technology determine development and resource use. A synoptic mindmap with links to all other sections.
- Created by: Dom
- Created on: 28-04-13 11:56
View mindmap
- How far does technology determine development and resource use.
- Biodiversity
- GM crops, Could create mono-cultures.
- Tech access has an impact of the success of conservation schemes, especially in poorer countries.
- Superpowers
- Communication Tech- allows neo-colonialism. e.g. Google.
- Transport Technology. Shrinking world theory. Ability to spread influence.
- Water
- Large dams are resource intensive.
- Smaller bottom up schemes are more viable for less developed countries.
- Development Gap
- Leapfrogging- for example mobile phones in Asia.
- Increased energy security due to micro hydro and others.
- Leapfrogging- for example mobile phones in Asia.
- The Digital Divide. Case studies such as Mumbai.
- Energy
- Viability of new tech, e.g. Fracking or oil shale.
- Micro hydro more accessible for poorer regions.
- Pressure to develop green tech.
- Heavy use of biomass in LDCs and NICs
- Biodiversity
Similar Geography resources:
Teacher recommended
Comments
No comments have yet been made