This paper was written as part of the 2010 Alaska Oceans
Sciences Bowl high school competition. The conclusions in this
report are solely those of the student authors. Effects of Polar
Ice Melt on Ocean Chemistry and Kodiak Island's Economy and
Energy Technology Weapons of Bass Destruction Global and
regional climate change will lead to major changes that will
affect Kodiak. One of the changes will be in chemistry, more
specifically the composition of the ocean water, concerning
density, temperature, and the thermohaline cycle. Another change
will be with the economy of Kodiak, dealing with tourism and the
fishing industry. In reaction to these changes, Kodiak has
become a leader in energy technology and developed new ways to
power homes and businesses, including wind turbines and
hydropower. Interviews were conducted with experts in the fields
of ocean chemistry, Kodiak wildlife, and energy technology and
for each interview a set of questions was developed. These
changes make up the overall change that will