In this task, you are asked to choose and research one of the topics that focuses on the "Tragedy of the Commons" in a global context. Using the lesson content and the Internet, research and present your topic in a report or presentation form using the following outline as a general guide to "frame" your analysis:

1. Issue:

o What is the given issue / problem?

o Relate the issue to the "tragedy of commons" concept

2. Analysis

o Pros (stakeholders, what is gained, motivations behind behaviors, etc.)

o Cons (stakeholders, what is at stake, motivations behind behaviors, etc.)

o Implications / consequences if actions aren't taken to correct issue

3. Your Solution

o What do you think is the best solution to pursue?

o Support your position

You are to choose any one of the following issues as your focus:

1. Oil

2. Coal

3. Air Pollution

4. Fisheries / Waters

5. Deforestation / Logging

6. Water Pollution