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Students should be able to explain the significance of non-renewable fossil fuels such as coal, oil, and natural gas, as well as renewable energy sources like geothermal, wind, hydroelectric, wave, tidal power, solar energy, and biofuels, in a global context and across various countries with different levels of development. Additionally, they should assess the advantages and disadvantages of nuclear energy and renewable energy sources. A case study on energy supply in a specific country or region is required.

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Cambridge IGCSE GeographyEconomic development

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Students should be able to explain the significance of non-renewable fossil fuels such as coal, oil, and natural gas, as well as renewable energy sources like geothermal, wind, hydroelectric, wave, tidal power, solar energy, and biofuels, in a global context and across various countries with different levels of development. Additionally, they should assess the advantages and disadvantages of nuclear energy and renewable energy sources. A case study on energy supply in a specific country or region is required

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  • You need to be able to students should be able to explain the significance of non-renewable fossil fuels such as coal, oil, and natural gas, as well as renewable energy sources like geothermal, wind, hydroelectric, wave, tidal power, solar energy, and biofuels, in a global context and across various countries with different levels of development. Additionally, they should assess the advantages and disadvantages of nuclear energy and renewable energy sources. A case study on energy supply in a specific country or region is required.
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Energy Supply Overview

This country relies heavily on coal and oil for energy, with limited investment in renewable sources.

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    Describe the current energy supply situation in this country.

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