Resource Management Key Words Flashcards
What are fundamental to human development?
Food, water, and energy are fundamental to human development.
What is the significance of food, water, and energy?
They are fundamental to economic and social well-being.
What creates opportunities and challenges in the UK regarding resources?
The changing demand and provision of resources.
What is a growing demand in food resources?
High-value food exports from low-income countries and all-year demand for seasonal food and organic produce.
What environmental issue is associated with food supply?
Larger carbon footprints due to increasing ‘food miles’ travelled.
What trend is observed in the food industry?
A trend towards agribusiness.
What are the changing demands for water?
Water quality and pollution management, matching supply and demand.
What issues are associated with energy supply?
Reliance on fossil fuels and growing significance of renewables.
What are the impacts of food insecurity on people?
Famine, undernutrition, rising prices, and social unrest.
What are the impacts of food insecurity on the environment?
Soil erosion and desertification.
What strategies can be used to increase food supply?
Irrigation, aeroponics, hydroponics, and biotechnology.
What are potential sustainable food supply methods?
Organic farming, permaculture, urban farming initiatives, and reduced waste.
What are the reasons for increasing water consumption?
Economic development and rising population.
What are the impacts of water insecurity?
Waterborne disease, water pollution, and potential conflict.
What strategies can be used to increase water supply?
Dams, reservoirs, and desalination.
What are potential sustainable water supply methods?
Water conservation, groundwater management, and recycling.
What are the reasons for increasing energy consumption?
Economic development, rising population, and technology.
What are the impacts of energy insecurity?
Exploration of difficult areas and economic costs.
What strategies can be used to increase energy supply?
Renewable and non-renewable sources of energy.
