How does war affect the environment?

submitted by St. Nicholas College Rabat MIddle School : Andrya Nicolly Rodrigues, Nathan Smith  for 11-14
campaign: YRE Entry
dissemination(s): leaflets and special assembly, Notice board at school, other, school media, website
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sustainable development goal(s): decent work and economic growth, good health and well being, industry innovation and infrastructure, life on land, peace justice and strong institutions, responsible consumption and production, sustainable cities and communities
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awarded: Finalist


The current situation between Russia and Ukraine, triggered this research. Is anyone paying attention to the negative environmental impact such a conflict leaves? Are people aware of the damages wars leave on the environment and that these take years to clear up, if they do clear up at all? What do Maltese people think about this? How do they priorities the environment? This research strives to spotlight some of the issues related to war and the environment.