Some people think that environmental problems are too big for individuals to deal with. Others, however, think that each individual should take some actions. Discuss both views and give your own opinion Some people think that environmental problems are too big for (individuals) to deal with. Others, however, think that each individual should take some actions. Discuss both views and give your own opinion It is true that our tiny individual actions often seem insignificant compared to the scale and complexity of global environmental problems such as pollution, (deforestation) and depletion of natural resources. But that does not relieve our duty as individuals to do as much as we can to deal with these problems. Individual actions, small as they may be, can sometimes prove more effective than we realize We can avoid driving the car, and take (public transit), walk, or bicycle instead. This will reduce the use of (fossil) fuels and cut pollution. Saving energy at home, like turning on the air conditioner only when we have to, or turning water heater down a few degrees, is also (ultimately) good for the environment. Individual actions can also turn into united powers when, for example, the whole neighborhood is (mobilized) to participate in a local campaign to oppose environmentally damaging policies. There are, however, obstacles that stand in the way of individual action towards (environmental conservation). The first obstacle is the lack of professional knowledge needed to cope with serious environmental issues like soil erosion and salinity, which requires a significant amount of investigation and research. Another obstacle which makes individual action almost impossible is when an environmental emergency or accident happens, e.g. an oil spill or a nuclear (leakage) near the border line, which would necessitate government engagement or even international coordination. So, in conclusion, when it comes to environmental problems, individual actions are (indispensable) in the problem solving process. But the most pressing and (complicated) problems go far beyond an individual’s capability and so require the concerted effort of the government as well as the global community.