While Antarctica's future is not as straight forward as it might first appear, it remains to be seen what the future holds for the continent. Currently protected and preserved by its isolation and extreme climate, it represents the world's last great natural wilderness. But as worldwide interest in Antarctica grows, so will the debate on how it is protected and valued by scientists, politicians and people like you.
Really the future of Antarctica's unique environment is the responsibility of everyone - not just those who work there. But, the good news is that we can all help look after Antarctica's fragile environment by not wasting our resources now. Remember: Antarctica is the `coolest' place in the world - so can we afford to watch it disappear?
Recycle!
Because oil is a non-renewable resource, existing supplies will eventually run out. This is why it is important to recycle, or collect and use again, oil products such as plastics. Recycling saves time and energy as well as raw materials.
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Saving Energy
Replace lightbulbs with energy-efficient lightbulbs. Some of these use less than a quarter of the electricity of their equivalents.
Remember also, to switch off lights when leaving a room and turn off a TV, stereo or DVD player completely when you have finished using it instead of leaving it in "standby" mode.
City lights - Janet Barnstable
Cutting carbon dioxide pollution
Cutting the number of car journeys you make helps to reduce pollution - and it can help to make you healthier too.
Bangkok - Antonio Guadarrama
Insulate your house
This prevents valuable energy being lost to the outside air - and keeps your house warmer. Try also turning down your central heating thermostat by as little as one degree.
Houses - Mark Lueckenhoff
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Antarctica's Future