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Which two factors are leading to an increased use of natural resources?

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What Drives Demand for Natural Resources?

Economic Growth. The rise of emerging markets has been the defining feature of the global economy this century.

Demographic Growth. The global population is growing and will reach 8.5 billion by 2030,
a 16.7% increase from 2015.

-Income Gains

-Environmental Change

-Technological Advancement

-Price Pressures
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