“Australia needs to do more to address environmental concerns.” Discuss.
It is obvious that the Australian nation needs to further correct the adverse state of the environment. From global warming to resource depletion it is clear that the Earth has been severely damaged by human actions and Australia is no exception to this. Looking at our planet today, it is evident that whatever the world leaders are doing currently is not enough. By the year 2050, it is predicted that there will be more plastic in our oceans than fish and that approximately two-hundred million people will be displaced by climate change. The Australian government needs to take action before it is too late. This means managing waste, utilising renewable energy, and protecting our native flora and fauna. Although Australia is attempting to accomplish these operations by honouring protocols such as the Paris Agreement as well as introducing its own policies and targets, more can still be done. We are a developed and wealthy nation with many powerful allies as well as a vast and rich natural heritage on which we pride ourselves on; it is our duty to be a leader in environmental protection and prevention of climate change. Not only that but as a part of the United Nations, we have an obligation to contribute to the Sustainable Development Goals. A number of which focus on environmental issues, especially climate change. If we want a better future, Australia needs to do more. Firstly, the Australian nation needs to focus on waste management. Excessive waste creates pollution and in turn greenhouse gases. Not only is it unattractive but harmful to living beings. Further, in our consumerist society it is becoming more and more common and more of a threat. There is an island of floating plastic in the Pacific Ocean that is the size of Texas. What nations are taking the responsibility to clean it up? Why can Australia not take the initiative to do so? In Australia alone, ten million new plastic bags are used each day. Both the Australian government and people need to start thinking about and utilising alternatives to single-use materials. In addition, more than four hundred and twenty-nine thousand recyclable plastic bags are dumped into landfill every hour. This is an illustration of the apathy and under-education the public has in terms of sustainability. Nevertheless, there have been actions made to introduce these teachings into the current education system. Australia still needs to make a more efficient and fruitful waste management system. There needs to be more emphasis on recycling and reusing in day to day life in order to aid the reduction of waste creation and better waste disposal. These values are evident in societies and cultures all around the world. An example of this being Sweden. “Swedish people are quite keen on being out in nature and they are aware of what we need do on nature and environmental issues. [Swedish Waste Management’s recycling association] worked on communications for a long time to make people aware not to throw things outdoors so that [they] can recycle and reuse,” (Anna-Carin Gripwall, director of communications for Avfall …show more content…
We are a nation that has a unique environment and relies heavily on it so it is only logical that we become leaders in the international effort to combat climate change and protect the Earth for our future generations. The most urgent issue being our waste management that affects all parts of the environment from its pollution. Our world is suffering from our hands and Australia needs to make an effort to stop these harmful actions. We have the potential to and the effects would only benefit us. Obviously starting in our own country is the rational attitude. This means stopping the destruction of habitats and forests as well as protecting our people who are most at risk. The next step would then be supporting our neighbours and caring for our shared environment such as the ocean. In the end Australia would be a global leader in eco-justice and in turn creating a better Earth. This is not just fantasy, if Australia takes the necessary actions this can all be possible. However, it needs to be done soon. Australia needs to and has the ability to further address environmental concerns. Our present and future rely on
It is obvious that the Australian nation needs to further correct the adverse state of the environment. From global warming to resource depletion it is clear that the Earth has been severely damaged by human actions and Australia is no exception to this. Looking at our planet today, it is evident that whatever the world leaders are doing currently is not enough. By the year 2050, it is predicted that there will be more plastic in our oceans than fish and that approximately two-hundred million people will be displaced by climate change. The Australian government needs to take action before it is too late. This means managing waste, utilising renewable energy, and protecting our native flora and fauna. Although Australia is attempting to accomplish these operations by honouring protocols such as the Paris Agreement as well as introducing its own policies and targets, more can still be done. We are a developed and wealthy nation with many powerful allies as well as a vast and rich natural heritage on which we pride ourselves on; it is our duty to be a leader in environmental protection and prevention of climate change. Not only that but as a part of the United Nations, we have an obligation to contribute to the Sustainable Development Goals. A number of which focus on environmental issues, especially climate change. If we want a better future, Australia needs to do more. Firstly, the Australian nation needs to focus on waste management. Excessive waste creates pollution and in turn greenhouse gases. Not only is it unattractive but harmful to living beings. Further, in our consumerist society it is becoming more and more common and more of a threat. There is an island of floating plastic in the Pacific Ocean that is the size of Texas. What nations are taking the responsibility to clean it up? Why can Australia not take the initiative to do so? In Australia alone, ten million new plastic bags are used each day. Both the Australian government and people need to start thinking about and utilising alternatives to single-use materials. In addition, more than four hundred and twenty-nine thousand recyclable plastic bags are dumped into landfill every hour. This is an illustration of the apathy and under-education the public has in terms of sustainability. Nevertheless, there have been actions made to introduce these teachings into the current education system. Australia still needs to make a more efficient and fruitful waste management system. There needs to be more emphasis on recycling and reusing in day to day life in order to aid the reduction of waste creation and better waste disposal. These values are evident in societies and cultures all around the world. An example of this being Sweden. “Swedish people are quite keen on being out in nature and they are aware of what we need do on nature and environmental issues. [Swedish Waste Management’s recycling association] worked on communications for a long time to make people aware not to throw things outdoors so that [they] can recycle and reuse,” (Anna-Carin Gripwall, director of communications for Avfall …show more content…
We are a nation that has a unique environment and relies heavily on it so it is only logical that we become leaders in the international effort to combat climate change and protect the Earth for our future generations. The most urgent issue being our waste management that affects all parts of the environment from its pollution. Our world is suffering from our hands and Australia needs to make an effort to stop these harmful actions. We have the potential to and the effects would only benefit us. Obviously starting in our own country is the rational attitude. This means stopping the destruction of habitats and forests as well as protecting our people who are most at risk. The next step would then be supporting our neighbours and caring for our shared environment such as the ocean. In the end Australia would be a global leader in eco-justice and in turn creating a better Earth. This is not just fantasy, if Australia takes the necessary actions this can all be possible. However, it needs to be done soon. Australia needs to and has the ability to further address environmental concerns. Our present and future rely on