Introduction. The Arctic National Wildlife Refuge was established in 1960 and was further expanded in 1980. The Arctic Refuge is a wildlife reservation that expands over 20 million acres of land. It is also the home to many different types of species. Its preservation ensures the lives of these animals, and the betterment of their population. The Arctic Refuge lies north of the Arctic Circle, and is an intact continuum of six different ecological zones covering some 200 miles …showed first 75 words of 1245 total…

…showed last 75 words of 1245 total…hydropower another good alternative energy and fuel source along with biofuels. Conclusion. In conclusion, the Arctic Refuge was reserved for animals, and the preservation of nature, and I believe that is the way it should be kept. Whether the Bush administration gets money rewarded for oil drilling or not, alternatives to our current fuel and energy sources should be considered. This should be done so the animals in the refuge can continue living in peace.