Most people don’t care about environmental issues. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Most people don’t care about environmental issues. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Environmental issues have become a major concern nowadays. Some argue that a majority is indifferent towards these challenges, while others reject it. I will analyse this matter critically and share my viewpoint in upcoming paragraphs.

A significant portion of the population neglects the imbroglio facing the planet, and prioritizes short term gains. To corroborate, despite knowing that plastic has been prohibited owing to the jeopardy it presents to nature and human health, many use it to save money and circumvent inconvenience. Similarly, in cities like Delhi, rampant deforestation is  leading to poor air quality, but many still prefer living in low-rise buildings. Likewise, mindless littering is affecting the surroundings , and making things difficult for others, and animals and birds. To illustrate, disposing of plastic bags around without a second thought is a common urban malady, often consumed by oblivious animals that perish, or it enters the marine environment, menacing marine life.   

 

However, there is still hope: a growing number have started actively participating in campaigns, webinars, educational programmes to spread enlightenment about the plight of the planet, and the need to embrace eco-friendly methods: recycling, and so forth. Moreover, volunteering in neighborhoods to collect plastic garbage, execute community clean up drives, and plant trees is becoming common. For example, “Seed” , an organisation led by youngsters, is tirelessly working in various cities of India, collecting plastic trash for recycling or incineration, and has recently achieved a tremendous feat: it was involved in planting 96,000 saplings in Delhi NCR region last year, raising hopes for climate mitigation.

 

In hindsight, undoubtedly some are apathetic towards the earth, but one cannot ignore the fact that many are making significant differences by adapting to eco-friendly methods, creating awareness and implementing strategies to surmount challenges. 

Most people don’t care about environmental issues. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

 Most people don’t care about environmental issues. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Undeniably, the deteriorating conditions of the planet have caused an alarm, but some suggest that this does not translate into public awareness at large. I completely subscribe to this notion, and shall present justifications in the following paragraphs.   

This view is based on the traditional thought that still assumes that some tend to ignore major challenges facing the earth, and succumb to the temptation of experiencing luxuries laid at their disposal by technology and exploiting it despite it being detrimental to the surroundings. An increasing number of cars can be seen on roads as a few households buy more than two automobiles even for average-sized families, and run these, precipitating emissions from fuel, and eventually air pollution.  

Additionally,  some also postulate that the consumption of plastic bags is continuing unabated in spite of scientists and regimes consistently warning against the use of this material, and enlightening the populace about the ramifications the continued utilization of this substance, can have for the ecology, by virtue of these being non-biodegradable, and indestructible. 

However, all is not lost, although some areas still need to be addressed, more and more, especially the young generation is becoming extremely cautious about their interaction with nature. This deepening realization can be exemplified by surging sales of electric cars, and a growing number are prepared to buy these even if they are expensive. Similarly,  educational institutions, media coverage, and social media influencers have stirred interest among the populace, and many have started embracing greener ways: choosing eco-friendly products, reducing waste, and supporting green energy initiatives.

To conclude, although some sections of the population still tend to be apathetic towards the plight of the planet, they will soon be outnumbered by those well-informed about the worsening environment, and will follow the crowd.