What are the developers allowed and not to do in Antarctica?

The Antarctic Treaty System (ATS) is a complex set of agreements that govern human activity in Antarctica. The treaty was signed in 1959 and has been amended several times since then. The treaty has three main goals:

* To ensure that Antarctica is used for peaceful purposes only

* To promote international scientific cooperation in Antarctica

* To protect the Antarctic environment

The treaty allows developers to undertake a variety of activities in Antarctica, provided that these activities are consistent with the treaty's goals. These activities include:

* Scientific research

* Tourism

* Mining

* Fishing

However, the treaty also prohibits certain activities in Antarctica, including:

* Military activities

* Nuclear activities

* Activities that could damage the Antarctic environment

Developers who wish to undertake activities in Antarctica must obtain a permit from the Antarctic Treaty Consultative Meeting (ATCM). The ATCM is the decision-making body for the ATS and is made up of representatives from the countries that have signed the treaty.

The ATCM has developed a number of guidelines to help developers ensure that their activities are consistent with the treaty's goals. These guidelines include:

* The Environmental Protocol to the Antarctic Treaty, which sets out a comprehensive framework for environmental protection in Antarctica

* The Code of Conduct for Antarctic Expeditions, which provides guidance for tourists and expeditioners on how to minimize their impact on the Antarctic environment

* The Convention for the Conservation of Antarctic Marine Living Resources, which sets out a framework for the conservation of marine life in the Antarctic Ocean

Developers who fail to comply with the treaty or the ATCM's guidelines may be subject to penalties, including fines or imprisonment.