Share of Primary Energy from Wind

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

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Synopsis

This resource includes an interactive map and graphs that show the share of primary energy from wind for countries around the world.
Primary energy is calculated using the "substitution method" which accounts for the inefficiencies in energy production from fossil fuels.
The dataset begins in 1965.

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Subjects: Science, Geography, Mathematics

Authors: Hannah Ritchie, Max Roser

Region: Global

Languages: English

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Positives

The interactive provides three different ways for students to explore data (chart, map, table).
Students may choose to view datasets for various geographic locations and time periods.
Related research and data are linked.
The site explains how the data was collected.

Prerequisites

There are multiple layers of data to explore and navigate. Teachers should familiarize themselves with the various capabilities of the interactive.
Students may need to be provided with clear instructions as to which dataset they should explore and interact with.

Differentiation & Implementation

This interactive can be used in a geography class as students explore energy use in different geographic regions. They can also infer possible causes of high or low wind energy use over time and in different parts of the world through a variety of lenses such as science and economics.
This interactive also lends itself to exploring ratios and percentages, so it can be used during math lessons.

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Share of Primary Energy from Wind

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