1. In the last several years, forest fires in the Amazon have been particularly large and concerning. Consider the role that the Amazon plays in providing the Earth with Oxygen and the potential it has to be a net source of Carbon. How concerned should we be? What should (can realistically) be done? Find an outside article or two from reputable sources to make your points. ( 60 words )

2. 1. A recent report on climate change was in the news a lot in the last year (see for example https://www.washingtonpost.com/energy-environment/2018/10/08/world-has-only-years-get-climate-change-under-control-un-scientists-say/?utm_term=.02cdd9903964 ). Guidance in the UN report for slowing climate change ranged from increasing use of electric vehicles and programmable thermostats to eating less meat. With this report in mind, what are your thoughts on the most promising approach to slowing climate change and how that approach would affect key climate controls (as described in Prof. Cerveny’s lecture)? (60 words)