Dubai: What is going on there?

Lena Kristy
Presented 11/09/11
Purpose: To educate the class about Dubai as a classic example of the Tragedy of the Commons and to question the city's right to not only use up all of its resources, but our's as well.
Questions:
How do you think Dubai's rapid industrialization effects global climate change?
How will Dubai's natural habitat be harmed?
What would be the best energy source for an extremely energy indulgent and demanding place like Dubai?
Research:

http://www.dubai-architecture.info/DUB-GAL1.htm

http://www.nytimes.com/2010/10/28/business/energy-environment/28dubai.html

Picture: 

http://news.mongabay.com/2005/0823-tina_butler_dubai.html

Links: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tPHR5LLvpx4

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