Resource management (water)

• What is resource management?

  Careful use of natural resources
• Why is resource management important?

  It ensures future generations benefit from resources
• What are essential for human survival?

  Resources
• What are renewable resources?

  Naturally replenished resources
• What are non-renewable resources?

  Resources with a finite supply
• What are sustainable resources?

  Resources that can be managed to last
• What is the importance of food as a resource?

  Needed for survival, health, and economic growth
• What issues are associated with food resources?

  Food shortages and malnutrition
• What is the importance of water as a resource?

  Essential for drinking, farming, and industry
• What issues are associated with water resources?

  Water scarcity and pollution
• What is the importance of energy as a resource?

  Powers homes, transport, and industry
• What issues are associated with energy resources?

  Reliance on fossil fuels and climate change
• What is resource insecurity?

  Lack of reliable access to food, water, or energy
• What does unequal distribution of resources mean?

  Some regions have surplus, others face shortages
• What is the cause of increasing food demand?

  Population growth and economic development
• What causes food insecurity?

  Lack of reliable access to food
• What are the consequences of food insecurity?

  Malnutrition and social conflicts
• What are methods to increase food supply?

  • Irrigation: Artificial watering of crops
  • Hydroponics & Aeroponics: Growing plants without soil
  • Genetically Modified (GM) Crops: Engineered for higher yield
  • Sustainable Farming: Crop rotation and organic methods
• What is the cause of rising water demand?

  Urbanisation, agriculture, and industry
• What can water insecurity lead to?

  Disease and agricultural decline
• What are methods to manage water supply?

  • Dams & Reservoirs: Store water for dry periods
  • Water Transfer Schemes: Move water from wet to dry areas
  • Desalination: Remove salt from seawater
• What does sustainable water use include?

  Water conservation, recycling, and efficient irrigation
• What is the cause of increasing global energy demand?

  Industrialisation and technology use
• What are the issues with fossil fuels?

  Running out and causing pollution
• What are the pros and cons of non-renewable energy sources?

  Reliable but cause pollution
• What are the pros and cons of renewable energy sources?

  Clean but weather-dependent and expensive
• What is sustainability in resource management?

  Using resources without harming future generations
• Who plays a role in managing resources sustainably?

  Governments, businesses, and individuals
• What are the key points of resource management?

  • Food: Demand is increasing; solutions include GM crops and sustainable farming
  • Water: Shortages require conservation, desalination, and transfer schemes
  • Energy: Shift from fossil fuels to renewables is needed for sustainability
  • Sustainability: Resources should be managed for future availability