Assignment subject english 2topic “ways to protect the environment

The main sources of environmental pollution in rural areas are the first abuse and use of chemicals in agricultural production; The waste treatment of traditional craft villages has not

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

1 CURRENT ENVIRONMENTAL ROBLEMS P 5

2 WAYS TO PROTECT THE ENVIRONMENT 7

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MEETING MINUTES 1GROUP: Group 4Time: 22:00 – 22:45, 27-02-2023

Place: Google Meetings

Participants: All group members

Contents for discussing: Ways to protect the environment.

Duties for participants:

Introduction (1) Le Nguyen Tra Giang 1/3 Current Environmental

Problems (1)

Trinh Tra Giang 1/3 Ways to protect the

environment (2)

Tran Thi Thanh Duyen Nguyen Minh Hanh

1/3 Conclusion (1) Doan Nhat Ha 1/3 Check content + Word (1) Nguyen Thuy Giang 2/3 Pptx (1) Nguyen Thuy Giang 7/3 Present All group members 15/3

Nguyễn Minh

- Completed the deadline on time

- Take on the presentation of:

TOPIC: WAYS TO PROTECT THE ENVIRONMENT

Human society is getting closer to sustainable development It is both modern economic development in parallel with protecting the ecological environment However, environmental pollution is still raging everywhere on the green planet

In fact, environmental pollution takes place not only in urban areas but also in rural areas The main sources of environmental pollution in rural areas are the first abuse and use of chemicals in agricultural production; The waste treatment of traditional craft villages has not been thoroughly; awareness of environmental protection of people living in rural areas are limited In the city, mainly due to emissions, waste from industrial parks, people's living habits such as using fast food, online shopping habits, personal vehicles

Environmental pollution has a negative impact on human health (especially causing respiratory diseases), affecting ecosystems and climate change such as greenhouse effects, acid rain and reducing ozone layers,

So how to protect the environment? Stemming from that reality, group 4 chose the topic "ways to protect the environment" to

research and thereby propose some solutions to protect the environment.

BODY1 Current Environmental Problems.

Environmental pollution is a global concern All across the world, people are facing a wealth of new and challenging environmental problems every day Some of them are small and only affect a few ecosystems, but others are drastically changing the landscape of what we already know So is our country and it is at an alarmingly high level With the rapid rate of industrialization and urbanization, along with the increase in population, increasing pressure is placed on the environment of Vietnam.

According to statistics, Vietnam alone consumed about 10,000 tons of chemicals in just one year This chemical is used to protect plants In addition, we also have 2.3 tons of household waste, 7 million tons of industrial solid waste, and dozens of other waste products.

More than 250 industrial parks have discharged 550,000 m3 of wastewater into the environment every day It is worth mentioning that not every industrial park discharges waste when it is properly

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treated Mostly, in Vietnam, about 615 industrial clusters, only 5% of them have wastewater treatment systems in accordance with the standards and processes set out by the Environment The rest are discharged directly or not treated according to standards This does not include the thousands of medical facilities that produce waste every day

Despite providing a series of statistics to let people know the alarming level of environmental pollution However, these conditions show no sign of stopping and are still increasing That creates a serious danger to the living environment and human health

Here are some of the most common types of pollution:

Water pollution:

Surface water pollution in river basins is serious and continues to develop in a bad direction The amount of urban wastewater generated is increasing day by day, mostly untreated, discharged directly into the environment, polluting surface water sources in urban centers and residential areas; infrastructure for wastewater collection and treatment has not met the requirements.

Air pollution:

In particular, dust pollution (PM10, PM2.5) is becoming an alarming problem in Vietnam, directly affecting health, causing psychological insecurity and anxiety for people In recent years, the air pollution in some localities tends to increase due to the increase of pollutants from economic activities; Air quality in urban areas and densely populated areas, especially Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City, has declined.

Pollution of the soil environment:

Nowaday, people have used land to plant trees and land to create forests to satisfy their living needs Build dozens of works, industrial parks, factories Therefore, each green patch of the Earth becomes less than before Not to mention, a series of works and production areas daily discharge wastewater and chemicals into the environment Do not treat, just let them soak into the soil Make the land no longer worth exploiting

2 Ways to protect the environment

There are several reasons we should strive to live a more sustainable lifestyle and protect the environment Protecting our environment is the foundation for sustaining our planet, community and economy Our environment supports and houses our ecosystems, allowing them to grow and thrive If we fail to protect our environment, we will put the lives of humans, animals, plants and more at risk.

Ecosystems within our environment are deeply connected We must protect them all to protect our environment After all, we live and rely on nature to provide basic human survival needs Protecting the environment means paying our dues to ensure opportunities for future generations Natural resources are running out, and we must find ways to live more sustainable lifestyles to support future generations.

Below are some simple ways to conserve the environment

Save water and electricity.

Install a water saving device in your taps, toilets and showers Turn off the tap when you brush your teeth and collect rainwater to

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water your back yard with instead of using a hose Rain-water harvesting is a simple, yet powerful way to save gallons of water Further, we should put efforts to keep the freshwater bodies (such as rivers, ponds, etc.) clean and safe.

Anytime you can use less electricity, it’s a win for the planet Try some of these quick ways to conserve energy around your home: Take a look around your home and office: any appliance that operates on electricity can be made more energy - efficient Using natural light whenever possible instead of relying on artificial light can greatly reduce the amount of electricity you use during the day Turn off the lights This is the simplest, most common way to save electricity, and it really works When you leave a room, make a habit of turning off the lights, every single time.

Walk, bike, carpool or take public transport wheneverpossible.

For short trips, try walking or biking, you’ll also get a healthy dose of exercise without setting foot in a gym If traveling on foot or on two wheels isn’t feasible, try carpooling with a friend, neighbor, or coworker to a mutual destination Reducing your carbon footprint by taking the train or bus to work or walking, which is very healthy in addition You will also save money by not purchasing a gas-guzzling car When it comes to air travel, try taking the sleeper train instead of shorter-distance flights to reduce your carbon footprint.

Consume less: Reduce, Reuse and Recycle (3R)

One way to protect the environment is to reuse Instead of using plastic bags, bring reusable bags when going shopping, packing food or leftovers We should buy responsibly When going out, purchase items that are easy to recycle Avoid items that are individually wrapped or in single servings

Recycle and reuse packaging and other waste materials wherever possible to help save the environment Utilizing trash removal and recycling services can help you to manage waste effectively You can even recycle when you are away from home For example, why not bring your own travel mug to cafes instead of taking away a paper cup which is not always recyclable.

Reducing the amount of garbage generated through lifestyle changes, changes in the way people consume, improvements in production processes, etc For example, applying cleaner production solutions, green chemistry in production activities, or encouraging the habit of "durable dress" in people's lives and activities This is the most effective of the three solutions because it optimizes the production and consumption processes in terms of the environment, producing the most products while using the least resources and emitting the fewest emissions.

Avoid fossil fuels emissions.

Save fuel by insulating your home with double glazing and sealants for cracks Choose green fuels and power sources such as wind and solar energy instead of fossil fuels like coal which contribute to the greenhouse effect For example, we can replace cars that run on gasoline with electric vehicles charged by low-carbon grids We can replace gas-burning furnaces with electric heat pumps Instead of steel mills that burn coal, shift to electric furnaces

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that melt scrap Roughly another one-quarter of global emissions could conceivably be electrified in this fashion This daunting task of “electrifying everything” becomes easier if we’re also curbing our energy use at the same time That could entail making cities less dependent on cars, upgrading home insulation and boosting energy-efficiency in factories.

Governments and businesses will need to invest in new technologies Some possibilities: power airplanes with sustainable biofuels from crop waste; use green hydrogen, created from renewable energy, to produce industrial heat; or suck carbon dioxide out of the air to offset the emissions we can’t eliminate.

Sustainable use of natural resources

Natural resources such as fossil fuels, wood, land, air, water, wind, etc should be used in a way that ensures the sustainability of the environment, its various ecosystems and biodiversity For electricity generation, focus should be made on renewable sources of energy such as hydro-energy, wind-energy, solar energy, thermal power generation, as it involves burning of fossil fuels and should be discouraged.

Forest protection and planting trees.

Forests provide habitat for a multitude of species, store carbon, maintain water quality, stabilize the climate, and provide places for people to recreate and connect with nature So, please encourage your local government to conserve forests, create parks, and oppose destructive suburban sprawl and other developments Besides, we must all do our part to spread the word about the importance of

forest ecosystems Spread awareness of forest issues You can start by sharing these issues on social media! Humans will not survive without forests We must all work together to ensure that these magical places survive and thrive for our children and grandchildren At the same time, engage in community reforestation projects Or the simple act of planting bee or butterfly friendly plants in your garden can really help to boost populations of these beautiful (yet often struggling) insect populations in your local area.

Protect endangered animals.

Animals play an important part in our environment; they help maintain the biodiversity in nature Today many animal species are in danger of extinction People should organize different activities to raise people's awareness of the urgent needs to protect these animals For example, the government should hold international conferences, seminars and forums about the great importance of ecology and biodiversity At the same time, they should appeal to governmental agencies in the world to contribute to the programs of protecting and preserving plants and animals that are driven to the verge of extinction In addition, people should contribute to the fund of preserving the earth's valuable natural resources for future generations Besides these, governments should enact laws to ban activities that can damage or destroy nature.

Being responsible.

Environmental protection is a joint responsibility of every person on earth, not just of environmental agencies and governments The

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goal of a sustainable and healthy environment can be achieved only if we all start behaving responsibly towards the environment For example, we can buy items that will last and do not succumb to the culture of ‘fast fashion’ and buy cheap clothing that wears out quickly and ends up in landfill Look for ethical, vegan companies with a low carbon footprint if possible Your buying and consumption habits can protect the environment!

Appreciate the environment.

It is hard to feel motivated to save the environment when we feel disconnected from it So, take time to appreciate the environment Go for walks, meditate in a local park or other green space and do a little gardening each weekend That way, you will realize how much better a gorgeous natural world can make our lives – and this will help to spur you on to take action to conserve the environment for future generations.

In conclusion, the protection of the environment remains an ongoing challenge that requires a sustained effort from governments, organizations, and individuals While significant progress has been made in raising awareness about the need for environmental protection, there is still a long way to go to achieve effective action The issue is complex and multifaceted and requires a collaborative approach that balances economic growth with environmental preservation As individuals, we can all play a role in protecting the environment through our daily actions and choices.

However, without strong political leadership and global cooperation, it will be difficult to achieve the level of change necessary to ensure a sustainable future for our planet The protection of the environment is not an inconclusive issue in and of itself, but rather it is the lack of consensus and commitment that has made it so It is up to all of us to continue pushing for progress toward a cleaner, healthier, and more sustainable world.

To achieve effective environmental protection, there needs to be a shift in societal values toward sustainability and conservation This requires a significant investment in education and awareness-raising programs, particularly in developing countries where environmental issues are often not prioritized due to more pressing concerns Governments also need to play a stronger role in enforcing environmental regulations and promoting green technologies and practices.

Moreover, it is important to acknowledge the interconnectivity of environmental issues with social and economic factors Climate change, for instance, disproportionately affects marginalized communities and exacerbates existing inequalities Therefore, solutions to environmental problems must also address social and economic issues and ensure that they do not create further inequities.

Finally, the inconclusive nature of environmental protection is also a result of the complexity and unpredictability of ecological systems While we can take steps to mitigate the negative impacts of human activity on the environment, we cannot fully control or predict the outcomes Therefore, it is essential to approach environmental protection with humility and an acknowledgment of our limitations.

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