IELTS Task 2 Sample Answer 16 - Some people think that environmental problems should be solved on a global scale while others believe it is better to deal with them nationally. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.

Environmental degradation is taking place at an alarming rate all over the world. While some say that the problems associated with the environment should be dealt on a global scale, others are of the belief that it can efficiently be handled nation wise. Considering its severity, I believe that this matter should be tackled on a global scale.

On the one hand, the environmental concerns differ from country to country. When one country suffers from high rates of air pollution, another may be suffering from high rate of deforestation. A feasible solution can be taken by a country only after considering the various factors contributing to this problem. For example, the air pollution level will be more in an industrialized country when compared to country with minimal industrial development. Thus, it is always better for the countries to pass environmental laws and implement it efficiently to tackle the problem nationally rather than dealing with it globally as the causes and nature of the problem vary from country to country depending on numerous factors. When each country adapts such a measure, the environmental problems can be dealt comprehensively.

On the other hand, sometimes even when a problem is identified, it may be difficult for countries to tackle the same due to poor knowledge of handling the concern. Here comes the role of international bodies like the United Nations which can serve as a regulating body by identifying the various environmental concerns such as global warming which can be tackled in a more effective way globally than nationally.  Such bodies provide various alternatives and environmental policies which all the nations should abide to. Another point which is to be taken into consideration is that a developing country lacking certain resources like finance or technology may often seek the help of a developed nation which may have tackled the same problem in its earlier times with advanced technology and equipment ultimately emphasizing the need for global cooperation.

In my opinion, since environmental problem affects the world as a whole and not just some specific countries, I believe all nations should work collectively in solving this as individual action alone cannot help to bring a great difference. With active collaboration from nations worldwide in terms of finance, technology, expertise and other preventive measures, the extent of damage to earth can be reduced considerably. 

To sum up, though environmental problems can be tackled nationally, I firmly believe that this concern can be addressed more effectively on a global scale.