Your class has attended a panel discussion on ways individuals can really make a difference to some of the important environmental issues in today’s world. You have made the notes below:
Ways individuals can make a difference to environmental issues
- avoid plastic
- raise awareness
- choose how to travel
Some opinions expressed is the discussion:
“No-one cares about plastic- it’s so easy to use and it’s everywhere.”
“Putting leaflets through people’s doors can help environmental campaigns if the people bother to read them.”
It’s impossible to change the way we travel- it’s part of everyday life.”
Write an essay discussing two of the ways in your notes in which individuals might make a difference to environmental issues. You should explain which way you think is more effective, giving reasons to support your opinion.
You may, if you wish, make use of the opinions expressed in the debate, but you should use your own words as far as possible.
Write your essay in 220-260 words in an appropriate style.
