Let's write an IELTS essay #7 Since the industrial revolution, mankind has been causing environmental pollution which has some significant consequences in today’s world. Global climate change is one of those consequences. Majority of the analysts argue that in twenty years, the effects of global climate change will be much more severe. According to them, mankind will suffer from hurricanes, extreme heat, and drought. Nevertheless, there is no consensus among the scientists and governments regarding the methods of prevention of those consequences. While some argue that individuals should change their lifestyles to minimize their carbon footprint, some claim that large businesses are the sole reason for global climate change, and governments should use sanctions to prevent global warming. In this essay, I will argue that global climate change can be successfully prevented only if everyone on the planet unites against it including individuals, governments and all sorts of businesses. To begin with, individuals have a lot to do with global warming. This is largely because shopping habits of consumers determine the end-products that businesses develop. For example, there are certain types of gasses in deodorants which are associated with global warming, if people become more conscious choosing the products without those harmful gasses, gradually businesses will manufacture their products without those harmful ingredients. Similarly, if people stop buying oil-burning cars, and prefer electric cars instead, manufacturers will be designing electric cars. When viewed in this light, it becomes evident that consumer behavior is a determinant factor in end-products, therefore consumers can prevent global climate change to some extent. On the other hand, mainly governments are responsible for global climate change. Reason for this is that it is axiomatic that governments have a huge authority not only on individuals but also on businesses. Companies are in general very sensitive on the manufacturing costs contrarily, they are not that much sensitive on detrimental effects of the manufacturing processes on the environment. For instance, governments can issue regulations to eliminate usage of some chemicals and some manufacturing processes which are related to global climate change. Therefore, governments have a significant role in fighting global climate change. - To be continued in the comments section -