Instructions: Study the graphs above and to answer the questions below.

Question 1

1. According to international statistics, how is access to electricity defined? (Hint: Look at the second graph above.) 

2. Does “access to electricity” mean people can run large appliances like air conditioners or hospital equipment? Why or why not?”

3. Do you think this definition represents a sufficient level of electricity access for today’s world? Explain your reasoning using examples of how electricity is used to meet daily needs.

Question 2

Describe the global trend in electricity access between 1998 and 2023. In your response, include specific numerical data from the chart, and explain what the data shows about changes over time.

Question 3

Based on the trend shown in the chart, predict what global electricity access might look like 5 years from  now. Explain your prediction and identify any assumptions you are making.

Question 4

On the map, identify two neighboring countries with different colors. Describe what the shade difference shows about their energy access, and give one possible reason why neighboring countries might have different levels of access. 

Question 5

Create your own question from the map and/or chart, and answer it.