Principles Of Environmental Science

ENV 100 – Principles of Environmental Science Fall 2021

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 river 1

 The Egyptian government at the fear that such decision may limit/reduce their water

supply, warned that such decision may lead to a huge conflict 1 .

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 Date: 15 September, 2021 (before 1 pm)

 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