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    Energy insecurity

    What Energy insecurity means in Geography GCSE, as defined for AQA.

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    A situation where a region must rely on imports to meet its needs, making it vulnerable to price fluctuations and political instability in exporting countries.
    AQA · Energy
    Occurs when a country cannot meet its energy needs reliably or affordably.
    AQA · Energy

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