the growth of a country’s wealth, leading to better jobs, higher incomes and improved living standards

the ability to use a resource in a way that benefits people

the amount of a fossil fuel that has been discovered and can be extracted and sold

Energy consumption and supply

Geography

Global patterns of energy consumption and supply

Strategies to increase energy supply

Sustainable use of energy

This unit, comprising of three variants, teaches pupils about global inequalities in food, water and energy production and consumption. Pupils learn about resource security and about sustainable futures.

Global pattern of resources

Fossil fuel that can be extracted and sold

Energy {{}} means having a reliable and affordable supply.

Economic development and population growth

Which of the following best explains rising global energy demand?

What might limit a country’s energy supply?

Some regions have more electricity than others

Which is an example of resource inequality?

Many people face food shortages due to {{}}.

Which of the following is **not** a reason for rising food demand?

Starter Quiz