locations where oil is found in significant amounts

the process by which an economy is transformed from primarily agricultural to one based on manufacturing and industry

nations with social or business activities in the process of rapid growth and industrialisation

Distribution of oil reserves, factors affecting growth of oil consumption

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

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

Costs and benefits to fossil fuel alternatives

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

Areas where oil is found in large, usable amounts

Change from farming-based to manufacturing-based economy

Countries experiencing fast growth in industry and economy

Which region has the largest proven oil reserves?

What is the main reason oil consumption is rising in emerging countries?

Why might oil consumption **not** grow in some countries despite population growth?

Energy sources that will run out over time

Can be used again and again without running out

Coal, oil and gas formed from ancient plants and animals

A combination of energy sources a country uses

Match the keywords to their correct definitions:

Which of these is an example of a renewable energy source?

They have more access to technology and industry

What is the main reason energy consumption is higher in high-income countries?

Which of these is a non-renewable energy source?

Countries aim for energy {{}} to ensure a reliable and affordable supply.

To reduce risk and improve supply reliability

Why is it important for countries to use a mix of energy sources?

Starter Quiz