21 January 2023, IELTS Exam, Writing Task 2, Morning Slot, INDIA

21 January 2023, IELTS Exam, Writing Task 2, Morning Slot, INDIA

Q. The increase in the production of consumer goods results in damage to the natural environment. What are the causes of this? What can be done to solve this problem?

In recent years, the development of industrial plants has more or less negatively affected the environment. This essay will discuss the possible causes and suggest some viable solutions to solve this problem.

A dramatic increase in population, leading to an increase in demand for consumer goods, is the main cause of environmental destruction. To meet this growing demand, companies are constantly clearing land, cutting down trees, and building new factories to manufacture more products. All this construction leads not only to deforestation, but also to the release of tons of carbon dioxide into the air, which leads to climate change and catastrophic natural disasters. Moreover, during industrial processes, factories dispose of toxic chemicals and pollute nearby public water sources such as rivers, lakes or streams. This destroys biodiversity and depletes the aquatic ecosystem, as polluted water causes disease and death of fish and other animals.

Although the aforementioned problems could not be avoided in the course of human development, governments could take steps to mitigate the negative consequences for the Earth. Regulations and ratings are needed to assess each factory's emissions, and governments can sanction companies that affect the environment. This can help encourage businesses to adopt advanced technologies to reduce their impact on the planet and use cleaner energy such as solar, hydro and wind energy. For instance, if automobile companies in European countries are to be used on the road, they must fully comply with vehicle emission regulations and standards.

To conclude, it is possible to reduce the negative human impact on the natural environment if governments and companies seriously comply with environmental regulations.

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