the combination of different energy sources used by a country or a region. The energy mix can change over time

the uninterrupted availability of energy sources at an affordable price

the total amount of carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases released into the atmosphere by an individual, product, process, country, etc

Costs and benefits to fossil fuel alternatives

Geography

Classification of energy – non-renewable, renewable and recyclable

Environmental impacts of energy extraction

Factors affecting access to energy resources

Global patterns of energy use and causes of variations

Distribution of oil reserves, factors affecting growth of oil consumption

Changing oil supply and prices

Developing conventional oil/gas sources in sensitive or remote areas

Developing unconventional oil/gas sources in sensitive or remote areas

Reducing demand on fossil fuels

Energy futures – contrasting views

Changing attitudes to unsustainable energy consumption

This unit teaches pupils about different energy resources, their extraction and uses. Pupils learn about the different types of energy, the factors affecting extraction and the patterns and inequalites associated with production and consumption. Pupils also learn about energy futures.

Energy

A country's combination of energy sources

Having reliable and affordable energy avalibility

Total greenhouse gases caused by one person or activity

Which of the following is a renewable energy source?

It reduces reliance on imported fossil fuels

Why might switching to renewables help a country’s energy security?

That it means your carbon footprint is zero

That it’s only possible in rich countries

What is a common misunderstanding about 100% renewable electricity?

Which of these is a renewable energy source?

High levels of industrial activity and consumer demand

Which factor most influences energy use in high-income countries?

Why might a country want to reduce fossil fuel use?

The proportion of each energy type a country uses

To protect the environment and reduce emissions

Why might a country use more renewable energy in future?

Which energy source is most likely to run out first?

Costs and benefits to fossil fuel alternatives

Lesson outcome