Question

use the information in border 2012 to answer the questions below.
1 identify 3 of the 15 pairs of sister cities along the u.s.-mexico border.
2 do you think the health of the environment in the border region—and the health of the residents—will improve or worsen in the future? explain your answer.
3 why is it important that both nations work together to clean up the pollution?
4 revisit investigative phenomenon use the information in the article and the map to explain how two nations can work together to balance their own interests and needs with the health of the environment.
21st century skills
find out more about border 2012. in small groups, use internet resources to explore the topic on the epa and semarnat web sites and on other reputable sites. brainstorm solutions to the environmental problems in the region, and present your ideas to the class.
the 21st century skills used in this activity include critical thinking and problem solving, creativity and innovation, communication and collaboration, media literacy, and information literacy.

Explanation:

1. Some well - known sister cities along the U.S. - Mexico border include San Diego (U.S.) and Tijuana (Mexico), El Paso (U.S.) and Ciudad Juárez (Mexico), Laredo (U.S.) and Nuevo Laredo (Mexico).
2. The future of the environment and residents' health in the border region depends on multiple factors. If there is increased cooperation between the two countries in environmental protection, stricter regulations on industrial activities, and more investment in environmental infrastructure, it may improve. However, if population growth and industrial expansion continue without proper management, it may worsen.
3. Pollution does not respect national borders. Pollutants can spread across the border, affecting both countries' air, water, and soil. Joint efforts can lead to more comprehensive and effective solutions, sharing of resources and expertise, and cost - effectiveness in pollution control.
4. Two nations can work together by setting up joint environmental management committees, sharing environmental data and research, and developing common environmental standards. They can allocate resources based on the ecological and economic needs of the border area, and promote sustainable development projects that balance economic interests and environmental health.

Answer:

1. San Diego and Tijuana, El Paso and Ciudad Juárez, Laredo and Nuevo Laredo
2. It may improve if there is more cooperation and better management; it may worsen if growth is unregulated.
3. Pollution spreads across borders and joint efforts are more effective and cost - efficient.
4. Set up joint committees, share data, develop common standards, and promote sustainable projects.