Some people say that protecting the environment is the government's responsibility. Others believe that every individual should take responsibility for it. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

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In
this
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day and age pollution is a present problem that needs to be tackled urgently. A dichotomy appears in opinion whether the
governers
the head of a state government
governor
or the citizens are responsible for solving
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issue.
from
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From
my
standpoint both
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standpoint, both
the authorities and the dwellers are equally accountable for finding a solution.
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first
preceding all others in time or space or degree
First
and foremost, it is undeniable that each individual can contribute towards the well environment protection. The car use is a major source of
carbon
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dioxide,
carbon
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monoxide and other harmful gas, which affect
ozone layer
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the ozone layer
, causing global warming. If personal vehicles would be used only occasionally,
carbon
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footprint decreased significantly.
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, Norway has a growing biking culture,
therefore
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Norway's
carbon
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emission
statistically get
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statistically gets
lower every year.
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on
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On
the other hand, the government plays a vital role in the environment protection. Laws and regulations raise awareness of the pollution and prohibit major causes of it. To illustrate, the Lithuanian Parliament proposed a legislation for factories that does not allow them to be near the urban areas.
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the poisonous gas and wastewater do not contaminate cities.
to
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To
conclude, various forms of contamination of court in modern society, affecting the environment. As far as I am concerned, the government should contribute
with
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to
the individuals to form cleaner surroundings.
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, the pollution will reach an intolerable level.

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