long-lasting, typically with minimal or no harmful impacts on the environment

reducing waste, such as through leakages, and unnecessary use e.g. using drinking water to flush toilets

regulation and control of water levels, pollution, ownership and use of groundwater

water from sinks, showers and washing machines that, whilst not suitable for drinking, can be used for other purposes

Sustainable use of water resources

Geography

Global patterns of water security

Water resources: demand and supply

Strategies to increase water supply

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

long-lasting and environmentally low impact

controlling water levels, quality and use

Which of the following is a benefit of groundwater management?

to make water last while reducing harm to the environment

What is a key aim of sustainable water use?

It is too contaminated for reuse without treatment.

Why is it incorrect to say grey water includes water from toilets?

when the supply of a resource is greater than demand

when demand for a resource exceeds supply

Which of these is not a key resource people rely on daily?

high population and limited natural supply

Which factor causes some countries to have a resource deficit?

Which region has a surplus of freshwater resources?

Why do some countries import large amounts of food?

HICs tend to consume more water per person.

Which statement best describes the global pattern of water use?

Starter Quiz