Technological innovation
What Technological innovation means in Geography A-Level, as defined for AQA.
Definitions of Technological innovation
Exam boards and our study guides word this term in slightly different ways. Learn the version your board uses.
Check what you remember
Read the wording for your board, then hide it and explain Technological innovation in your own words. Rough notes are fine. This is a self-check, with no mark or grade.
Reference: AQA
Human innovation, such as genetically modified crops or renewable energy, which Boserupian views suggest will overcome environmental limits and allow sustainable coexistence.
Technological advancements that enable oil and gas exploration in previously inaccessible or unconventional environments.
Topics that use Technological innovation
- Energy security (AQA A-Level)
- Global population futures (AQA A-Level)
Related terms
- Acid rain
- Carrying capacity
- Competing national interests
- Components of demand
- Demand reduction
- Energy conservation
- Energy Mix
- Energy security
Using Technological innovation in the exam
Check the command word and mark scheme for your exact question. After comparing your explanation with the reference, use the term in an answer on the linked topic. This practice does not predict an exam mark.
Practise Geography questions
Create a free account to answer exam-style questions on this topic and get feedback on your answers.
A week of Premium from your first lesson · Then the free plan continues · No card, no charge