1.2 Evaluating New Emerging Tech

Question 1

What are the 5 considerations and future scenarios of new tech?

Answer 1

1. Natural disasters- new tech can monitor, track and predict them
2. Medical advancements- new tech allows for innovation like prosthetics, implants and artificial organs
3. Travel- quick and efficient but has an environmental impact
4. Global warming- technology helps develop more sustainable energy sources
5. Communication- new tech allows for easy and cheap communication via internet.

Question 2

What are some ethical factors of new and emerging tech?

Answer 2

• fair trade
• locally sourced materials
• working conditions
• labor exploitation

Question 3

What are some environmental factors of new and emerging tech?

Answer 3

• use of material
• carbon footprint
• product lifecycle analysis