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IELTS Writing Task 2 topics: Environment
Environment questions often ask who should deal with pollution and climate change, governments or ordinary people. Many name one problem, such as forest loss or overfishing, and ask for its causes and solutions.
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- OpinionPlastic in the oceansPlastic pollution in the oceans can only be solved by governments, not by individuals.
- DiscussionEnvironment vs economic growthSome people think that protecting the environment should be the priority for governments. Others believe that economic growth is more important.
- Problem and solutionDeforestationLarge areas of forest are being cut down every year around the world.
- OpinionOnly renewable energyGovernments should invest only in renewable energy sources, such as wind and solar, and stop using fossil fuels completely.
- DiscussionClimate change and individualsSome people think that individuals can do little to combat climate change and that big companies must take the lead. Others believe that ordinary people's choices make a real difference.
- Positive or negativeZoos and endangered speciesZoos and wildlife parks are keeping endangered animals in captivity so that they do not become extinct.
- Problem and solutionElectronic wastePeople replace their phones, laptops and other electronic devices more and more often, creating huge amounts of electronic waste.
- DiscussionIntensive vs organic farmingSome people believe that large-scale intensive farming is necessary to feed a growing population. Others argue that organic and small-scale farming is better for the planet.
- OpinionCompulsory household recyclingGovernments should make recycling compulsory for all households and punish those who do not comply.
- OpinionHeavy taxes on pollutersCompanies that pollute the environment should be heavily taxed, and the money used to protect nature.
- Advantages and disadvantagesHigh national park feesNational parks and nature reserves now charge tourists high fees and allow thousands of visitors each year.
- Problem and solutionFloods, wildfires and stormsFloods, wildfires and storms are becoming more frequent and destructive in many parts of the world.
- OpinionEating less meatEveryone should eat less meat in order to protect the environment.
- Problem and solutionOverfishingThe world's fish stocks are falling because of overfishing and pollution.
- OpinionEnvironmental educationEnvironmental education should be a compulsory subject in all schools.
- Problem and solutionClean drinking water shortageMany parts of the world suffer from shortages of clean drinking water.
- OpinionWildlife documentaries vs lawsWildlife documentaries and nature programmes do more to protect the environment than government laws.
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