Water and air pollution are big problems in my country, especially in the north. Air pollution has damaged the forest and caused many health problems and some water is unsafe to drink.
A: To my mind, we should recycle at home and try to reuse things. There would be less rubbish in the streets.
В: You’re right. Also, we would use fewer natural resources by manufacturing fewer things. On the other hand, recycling only makes a difference if a lot of people do it.
C We must find new sources of renewable energy, (wind and solar power always available, BUT expensive to setup)
A: In my opinion, we must find new sources of renewable energy. For example, wind and solar power are clean and always available.
В: I completely agree. But don’t you think they are expensive to set up?
A: I agree, but it would be worth it to save our natural resources.
D We should stop cutting down trees, (protect wildlife habitats, BUT land needed for housing and farming)
A: The way I see it, we should stop cutting down trees. It’s the only way we can protect animals and birds in their natural habitats.
В: I totally agree with you. But don’t you think people need houses and farmers need land to grow their crops?
E Manufacturers should be responsible for disposing of old electronic equipment, (less electronic waste, parts could be recycled, BUT they may raise prices to do this)
A: I truly believe manufacturers should be responsible for disposing of old electronic equipment. That would reduce electronic waste and old parts could be recycled.
B: Yes, I think so, too. On the other hand, they may raise prices to cover the cost of this.
F We should use non-chemical biodegradable detergents, (reduce water pollution BUT can be more expensive, not everyone can afford them)
A: I think we should use non-chemical biodegradable detergents. This would reduce water pollution.
В: I agree with you, but they can be more expensive so not a lot of people can afford to buy them.
2 C It seemed like the perfect way to brighten up the area.
3 A Most people really liked the idea from the start … People keep telling me that they feel a real sense of satisfaction …
4 C We visit a lot of community groups and events to talk about what we’ve done and to encourage others to do the same.