{"id":25146,"date":"2024-02-03T07:05:14","date_gmt":"2024-02-03T07:05:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/?p=25146"},"modified":"2024-02-03T07:05:16","modified_gmt":"2024-02-03T07:05:16","slug":"what-is-the-economic-significance-of-the-discovery-of-oil-in-the-arctic-sea-and-its-possible-environmental-consequences-12-5-marks-200-words","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/what-is-the-economic-significance-of-the-discovery-of-oil-in-the-arctic-sea-and-its-possible-environmental-consequences-12-5-marks-200-words\/","title":{"rendered":"What is the economic significance of the discovery of oil in the Arctic Sea and its possible environmental consequences? (12.5 marks, 200 words)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/refer-and-earn\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Attempt-our-Daily-Weekly-Current-Affairs-Quiz-now-10-1.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-46428\" srcset=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Attempt-our-Daily-Weekly-Current-Affairs-Quiz-now-10-1.png 1280w, https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Attempt-our-Daily-Weekly-Current-Affairs-Quiz-now-10-1-1170x274.png 1170w, https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Attempt-our-Daily-Weekly-Current-Affairs-Quiz-now-10-1-585x137.png 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" \/><\/a><figcaption><a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/refer-and-earn\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">Refer &amp; Earn NOW<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The discovery of oil in the Arctic Sea holds profound economic implications with far-reaching consequences for both global markets and regional development. As the Arctic region harbors substantial untapped oil reserves, the extraction and exploitation of these resources could usher in a new era of economic prosperity for nations involved in Arctic exploration. The economic significance lies not only in the potential for increased energy production but also in the strategic positioning of these reserves, which can alter the geopolitical landscape by reshaping energy trade routes and influencing international relations. However, alongside the economic promise, the extraction of oil in the Arctic poses a grave environmental threat. The pristine Arctic ecosystem, characterized by its unique biodiversity and fragile ecosystems, is susceptible to irreversible damage from oil spills and the overall disruption caused by industrial activities. The consequences of an oil-related environmental catastrophe would extend beyond the Arctic region, impacting global climate patterns and exacerbating the already pressing concerns surrounding climate change. Therefore, understanding the economic importance of Arctic oil discovery necessitates a balanced assessment that weighs potential economic gains against the imperative to safeguard the fragile Arctic environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p><strong>Tag: <\/strong>Distribution of key natural resources across the world.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_73 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69d063daa8dd9\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-cssicon\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" 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href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/what-is-the-economic-significance-of-the-discovery-of-oil-in-the-arctic-sea-and-its-possible-environmental-consequences-12-5-marks-200-words\/#Decoding_the_Question\" title=\"Decoding the Question:&nbsp;&nbsp;\">Decoding the Question:&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/what-is-the-economic-significance-of-the-discovery-of-oil-in-the-arctic-sea-and-its-possible-environmental-consequences-12-5-marks-200-words\/#Answer\" title=\"Answer:&nbsp;&nbsp;\">Answer:&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/what-is-the-economic-significance-of-the-discovery-of-oil-in-the-arctic-sea-and-its-possible-environmental-consequences-12-5-marks-200-words\/#The_economic_significance_of_the_discovery_of_oil\" title=\"The economic significance of the discovery of oil:&nbsp;\">The economic significance of the discovery of oil:&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/what-is-the-economic-significance-of-the-discovery-of-oil-in-the-arctic-sea-and-its-possible-environmental-consequences-12-5-marks-200-words\/#Possible_environmental_consequences\" title=\"Possible environmental consequences:&nbsp;\">Possible environmental consequences:&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/what-is-the-economic-significance-of-the-discovery-of-oil-in-the-arctic-sea-and-its-possible-environmental-consequences-12-5-marks-200-words\/#Area_of_focus_within_water_and_environment_the_areas_we_need_to_explore_further_include\" title=\"Area of focus within water and environment, the areas we need to explore further include:&nbsp;&nbsp;\">Area of focus within water and environment, the areas we need to explore further include:&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/what-is-the-economic-significance-of-the-discovery-of-oil-in-the-arctic-sea-and-its-possible-environmental-consequences-12-5-marks-200-words\/#In_case_you_still_have_your_doubts_contact_us_on_9811333901\" title=\"In case you still have your doubts, contact us on 9811333901.&nbsp;\">In case you still have your doubts, contact us on 9811333901.&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/what-is-the-economic-significance-of-the-discovery-of-oil-in-the-arctic-sea-and-its-possible-environmental-consequences-12-5-marks-200-words\/#Visit_our_YouTube_Channel_%E2%80%93_here\" title=\"Visit our YouTube Channel &#8211;&nbsp;here\">Visit our YouTube Channel &#8211;&nbsp;here<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Decoding_the_Question\"><\/span><strong>Decoding the Question:<\/strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>In the Introduction, try to begin with the discovery of oil in the Arctic region and give some supporting data.<\/strong>\u00a0\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>In Body, discuss<\/strong>\u00a0\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>About the economic effect.<\/strong>\u00a0\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>It has environmental consequences.<\/strong>\u00a0\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Briefly on areas of focus.<\/strong>\u00a0\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Conclude the answer with some recent developments and SDG outlook.<\/strong>\u00a0\u00a0<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/upsc\/upsc-cse-gs-integrated-course?utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Banner&amp;utm_campaign=GS+Integrated\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"300\" data-src=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/8.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-42401 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/8.png 1280w, https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/8-1170x274.png 1170w, https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/8-585x137.png 585w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1280px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1280\/300;\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Answer\"><\/span><strong>Answer<\/strong>:&nbsp;&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Arctic\u2019s vast reservoirs of fossil fuel, fish, and minerals, including rare earth materials, are now accessible for a longer period. But unlike Antarctica, which is protected from exploitation by the Antarctic Treaty framed during the Cold War and is not subject to territorial claims by any country.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Of the eight Arctic nations\u2014Russia, Sweden, Norway, Iceland, Denmark (Greenland), Finland, Canada, and the US\u2014several have explored the Arctic waters and found over 400 oil fields with proven reserves of around 240 billion barrels of crude oil and natural gas. This is about 10 percent of the world\u2019s known hydrocarbon reserves. They have also discovered significant deposits of various minerals on the seabed.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"514\" height=\"279\" data-src=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/image-3.png\" alt=\"Arctic sea\" class=\"wp-image-25147 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 514px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 514\/279;\" \/><figcaption>Arctic sea<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_economic_significance_of_the_discovery_of_oil\"><\/span><strong>The economic significance of the discovery of oil:<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>There will be an abundance of cheap Increased global growth potential as a result of more affordable energy.\u00a0<\/li><li>Reduced reliance on the Middle East region (Gulf nations), altering the global community&#8217;s geopolitical and economic relationships.\u00a0<\/li><li>Increased investment and job creation through new oil well drilling and the establishment of necessary backward and forward linkages.\u00a0<\/li><li>The commercial fishing industry in this region would also develop more quickly with the new infrastructure.\u00a0<\/li><li>Boost the domestic and global economies, with positive spillover effects on other sectors of the economy, increasing GDP.\u00a0<\/li><li>Because these reserves are offshore, exploration is more accessible and less expensive, though the climate is a major challenge.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Possible_environmental_consequences\"><\/span><strong>Possible environmental consequences:<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Permafrost in this region acts as a carbon sink. Greenhouse gases trapped within them are potent, and when released through drilling, they have the potential to accelerate global warming.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Increased carbon emissions from drilling in a fragile ecosystem can throw the ecosystem off balance.&nbsp;<\/li><li>The danger of an oil spill and the inability to clean it up. The region&#8217;s cold and inaccessibility make disaster response extremely difficult. Furthermore, a lack of sunlight results in a slower rate of degradation and a longer duration of any incident\/accident.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Ecosystem disruption can harm the region&#8217;s vulnerable ecology.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Increased ice melting as a result of drilling. Drilling pollution can have an impact on local life forms.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Area_of_focus_within_water_and_environment_the_areas_we_need_to_explore_further_include\"><\/span><strong>Area of focus within water and environment, the areas we need to explore further include:<\/strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Combined effects of stress from climate change and pollution from oil&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>Cumulative effects from other kinds of pollution and potential oil spills&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>Better and more effective oil spill response technologies&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>Proper research, risk assessment, innovation &amp; regulation are mandatory&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>European Union\u2019s project Arctic Climate Change, Economy and Society (ACCESS) carried out a transdisciplinary assessment of the physical impacts of climate change on the Arctic Ocean and the resulting socio-economic impacts within the Arctic region focussing on key economic activities: shipping, tourism, seafood production and natural resource extraction up to 2050. Oil and gas exploitation in the Arctic region is by no means Debating the issue of whether s a new development but to achieve Sustainable Development Goals we must use this opportunity judiciously.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/upsc\/upsc-essay?utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Banner&amp;utm_campaign=Essay\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/UPSC-Essay-Course-1280\u00d7300-1-3.svg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-42688 lazyload\" width=\"781\" height=\"182\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 781px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 781\/182;\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"In_case_you_still_have_your_doubts_contact_us_on_9811333901\"><\/span><strong>In case you still have your doubts, contact us on 9811333901.<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>For UPSC Prelims Resources,&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/upsc-cse-prelims-resource-centre\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Click here<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For Daily Updates and Study Material:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Join our Telegram Channel &#8211;&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/t.me\/WithEdukemy4IAS\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Edukemy for IAS<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>1. 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