Description

Topic 7.2: Energy Sources—Uses and Management

Master Topic 7.2 of the updated IB Environmental Systems and Societies (ESS) course with this comprehensive student workbook, fully aligned to the syllabus for first examinations in 2026. This workbook connects directly to the IB ESS videos on the IB ESSentials YouTube channel and additional resources on the Topic 7.2 page at MrKremerScience.com.

This workbook helps students understand how energy sources differ in sustainability and how societies manage growing energy demand. Through guided notes, structured practice activities, and a complete answer key, students explore renewable and non-renewable energy, energy security, and strategies for conservation and efficiency. Designed for both Standard Level (SL) and Higher Level (HL) students, it provides a clear pathway through the most important concepts and terminology in Topic 7.2.

Whether used in the classroom, for homework, revision, independent study, or exam preparation, this workbook encourages active learning and helps students develop the analytical skills required for success in IB ESS.

What You’ll Learn

Topic 7.2: Energy Sources—Uses and Management

Students explore:

• The difference between renewable and non-renewable energy
• Why global energy consumption continues to rise
• How energy sustainability varies by source
• Factors that shape a country’s energy choices
• Strategies for energy conservation and efficiency
• The challenge of intermittent renewable energy
• How energy storage supports renewable systems
• The environmental costs of energy production
• Trade-offs between fossil fuels, nuclear, and renewables
• Real-world energy choices from contrasting countries

What’s Included

✔ Coverage of all Topic 7.2 syllabus statements for SL and HL

✔ Content aligned to the updated IB ESS syllabus (first examinations 2026)

✔ Key vocabulary tables with space for definitions

✔ Guided notes that mirror IB assessment language and command terms

✔ Structured practice activities including energy source comparisons

✔ Exam-style short-answer and extended-response questions

✔ Critical-thinking opportunities aligned with Assessment Objectives AO1 and AO2

✔ Complete answer key included

Why Students Love This Workbook

Unlike traditional revision notes, this workbook helps students see how energy choices affect sustainability and security. By exploring renewable and non-renewable sources with real examples, learners develop a clear understanding of global energy systems. Students build confidence while developing the skills to analyze, explain, and evaluate energy production and consumption.

Students can use the workbook throughout the course or as a focused revision tool before assessments.

Ideal For

• IB Environmental Systems and Societies students
• Standard Level (SL) students
• Higher Level (HL) students
• IB teachers seeking ready-to-use classroom resources
• Homeschool learners following the IB curriculum
• Students preparing for quizzes, tests, and final examinations

Product Details

Format: Digital PDF Download

Course: IB Environmental Systems and Societies (ESS)

Subtopic: Topic 7.2 – Energy Sources—Uses and Management

Level: SL and HL

Answer Key: Included

Author: Bradley M Kremer

Publisher: IB ESSentials

Syllabus Alignment: First Examinations 2026

Important Information

This resource is independently produced and is not endorsed by or affiliated with the International Baccalaureate Organization (IBO).

Your purchase includes a license for individual educational use unless otherwise specified.

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