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NotesESS HLTopic 3.3
Unit 3 · Biodiversity and Conservation · Topic 3.3

IB ESS HL — Conservation and regeneration

At Higher Level, Topic 3.3 requires deeper analysis of extinction rates, the synergistic effects of multiple threats, and the use of quantitative data to evaluate biodiversity trends. HL students assess the global significance of biodiversity loss with more sophisticated evaluation skills.

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Key concepts in Conservation and regeneration

📝 Exam Summary: Conservation & regeneration

Key Idea: We protect biodiversity for aesthetic, ecological, economic, ethical and social reasons — using in situ and ex situ strategies.

🏞️ In situ vs ex situ


🗺️ Reserve design


🤝 Tools & values

Tip: For the [9] EVS essay: name all three value systems, link each to named conservation strategies, balance them, and end with a clear conclusion.

What you'll learn in Topic 3.3

  • 3.3.1 Conservation strategies
  • 3.3.2 Economic incentives
  • 3.3.3 Protecting nature
  • 3.3.4 Rewilding
  • 3.3.5 In situ conservation
  • 3.3.6 Ex situ conservation
  • 3.3.7 Choosing the best strategy (and why)

Exam relevance

At Higher Level, ESS includes an extended essay component and deeper analytical questioning. Expect longer data-response questions and more complex case study scenarios in both Paper 1 and Paper 2.

Suggested study order: Read the notes for each sub-topic below → test yourself with flashcards → attempt practice questions → review exam technique.

Study resources — 3.3 Conservation and regeneration

3.3.1

Conservation strategies

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3.3.2

Economic incentives

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3.3.3

Protecting nature

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3.3.4

Rewilding

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3.3.5

In situ conservation

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3.3.6

Ex situ conservation

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3.3.7

Choosing the best strategy (and why)

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Topic 3.3 Conservation and regeneration forms a core part of Unit 3: Biodiversity and Conservation in IB ESS HL. Mastering these concepts will strengthen your understanding of connected topics across the syllabus and prepare you for exam questions that require analysis, evaluation, and real-world application.

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What does Topic 3.3 Conservation and regeneration cover in IB ESS?
Topic 3.3 covers conservation and regeneration as part of the IB ESS syllabus. Students learn key concepts, definitions, and real-world examples that are tested in Paper 1 and Paper 2 exams.
How should I revise Conservation and regeneration for IB ESS exams?
Start by reading the micro-topic notes to understand each concept, then use flashcards to memorise key terms. Practise exam-style questions to apply your knowledge under timed conditions and review the marking criteria.
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