The Carpathians are a region of agriculture and forestry. Local farmers grow wheat, oats, potatoes, grapes and tobacco. Sheep and cattle farming is also common thing to see. The mountains are also rich in oil and brown coal. The extensive Forrests also play a big part in the timber industry.
The mountains are a major source of fresh water to the surrounding countries. Tourism and recreation is a major industry for the mountains.
Environmental concerns:
-Deforestation
-Impact of climate change
-Pollution
-Over exploitation of natural resorces
-Protection of endangered species
The mountains are a major source of fresh water to the surrounding countries. Tourism and recreation is a major industry for the mountains.
Environmental concerns:
-Deforestation
-Impact of climate change
-Pollution
-Over exploitation of natural resorces
-Protection of endangered species