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NotesGeographyTopic 3.1
Unit 3 · Global resource consumption and security · Topic 3.1

IB Geography — Global trends in consumption

Topic 3.1 of IB Geography covers Global trends in consumption, which is part of Unit 3: Global resource consumption and security. Students explore key concepts including The ecological footprint and embedded water, The new global middle class and changing diets, Trends in energy and resource consumption. A strong understanding of global trends in consumption is essential for IB Geography exams and builds the foundation for connected topics across the syllabus.

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What you'll learn in Topic 3.1

  • 3.1.1 The ecological footprint and embedded water
  • 3.1.2 The new global middle class and changing diets
  • 3.1.3 Trends in energy and resource consumption
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Study resources — 3.1 Global trends in consumption

3.1.1

The ecological footprint and embedded water

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3.1.2

The new global middle class and changing diets

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3.1.3

Trends in energy and resource consumption

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Topic 3.1 Global trends in consumption forms a core part of Unit 3: Global resource consumption and security in IB Geography. 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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