IELTS environment
essay questions.

“Some people argue that climate change is the responsibility of individuals, while others think only governments can solve it. Discuss both views and give your opinion.”

“Some argue that reducing meat consumption is essential for the environment. Do you agree, and what can governments do?”

“Some people believe renewable energy will completely replace fossil fuels within a generation. To what extent do you agree?”

“Plastic waste threatens marine life. What are the causes, and what can governments do?”

“Many fish stocks around the world are collapsing because of overfishing. What are the main causes, and what can be done?”

“The world's growing population is putting pressure on natural resources. What are the main causes, and what solutions can you suggest?”

“Some people argue zoos play a vital role in protecting endangered species; others believe they are cruel and unnecessary. Discuss both views.”

“Many regions face severe water shortages. What are the main causes, and what can be done about it?”

“Some governments want to ban private cars from city centres. Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?”

“Many species are becoming extinct. What are the main causes, and what solutions can you suggest?”

“The maps show two possible locations for a new airport terminal.”

“The diagram shows how a hydroelectric dam generates electricity.”

“The diagram shows the process by which waste paper is recycled.”

“The pie charts show the percentage of total energy consumed from different sources in 1990 and 2020.”

“The diagram shows the life cycle of a butterfly.”

“The pie chart shows global greenhouse gas emissions by sector in 2020.”

“The bar chart shows forest area as a percentage of total land area in five countries in 1990 and 2020.”

“The diagram shows how aluminium drinks cans are recycled and remanufactured.”

“The diagram illustrates the natural water cycle.”

“The pie chart shows the share of global primary energy consumption by source in 2020.”

“The pie charts show how the UK generated its electricity in 2000 and 2020.”

“The line graph shows the share of renewable energy in total final energy consumption in four countries from 1990 to 2020.”

“The line graph shows CO2 emissions per capita in four countries from 1990 to 2020.”

“The bar chart shows the share of renewable energy in total final energy consumption in five countries in 2010 and 2020.”

“The bar chart shows CO2 emissions per capita in five countries in 2010 and 2020.”