Share of Primary Energy from Fossil Fuels

Provided by: Our World in Data |Published on: July 20, 2021

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Synopsis

This resource includes a table, chart, and map to demonstrate how much of each country's energy comes from fossil fuels.
Students can also explore other charts that include this data.

Subjects: Science, Geography, Mathematics

Authors: Hannah Ritchie, Max Roser

Region: Global

Languages: English

Positives

The interface is user-friendly, and students can sort, compare, and isolate data.
The color key can help students quickly see which countries get a large share of energy from fossil fuels.

Prerequisites

Students may benefit from understanding the impact of fossil fuels on climate change.

Differentiation & Implementation

Students can use this resource to support a lesson about the prevalence of fossil fuels.
Students can discuss the economic and governmental implications that keep fossil fuels at the forefront in certain countries.
Students can research France and the reasons for its significant drop in fossil fuel usage.

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