2019年10月19日环保类(观点型)

　　The international community must act immediately to ensure all countries reduce their consumption of fossil fuels such as gas and oil. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

　　Increasing consumption of fossil fuels has been put at the top of the agenda by those concerned with the state of the environment and the climate crisis. It is argued that all countries should take urgent action to curb the use of gas and oil. I agree that we must take serious measures to stop global warming.

　　Firstly, many scientists tell us that a major contributor to global warming and climate change is our continued use of fossil fuels. For example, using oil and coal releases tonnes of carbon dioxide into our atmosphere. Consequently, these greenhouse gases contribute significantly to global warming. Clearly, the rising temperatures have impacted upon the Polar Regions and we are also seeing changes in our weather patterns. Importantly, these environmental and climate changes could be reversed if we act quickly.

　　Furthermore, fossil fuels are a non-renewable resource and when they are finished how will we power and heat our world? Accordingly, it is imperative that the world community investigates alternative energy sources such as wind, wave or solar power. Thankfully, a growing number of people worldwide are now able to access renewable resources at a reasonable price. For instance, some governments now offer tax breaks and loans to citizens to help them switch to greener forms of energy. Meanwhile, we all need to consider our own personal impact upon the planet and how we can mitigate against that.