In addressing global climate change, some countries have chosen to invest heavily in renewable energy, while others prioritize the implementation of carbon taxes and emissions trading systems. However, critics argue that these market-oriented policies impose a disproportionate burden on the daily lives of ordinary citizens, thereby undermining public support for environmental action. So, when formulating climate policy, should governments prioritize a balance between economic efficiency and social equity, rather than merely pursuing emission reduction targets? Please state your position and provide specific reasons and examples to support your viewpoint.
IELTS Writing Task 2 Band Descriptors
Task Response: Address all parts of the task, present a clear position, support ideas with evidence
Coherence and Cohesion: Logical paragraphing, clear progression, appropriate linking devices
Lexical Resource: Wide range of vocabulary, accurate and natural collocations
Grammatical Range and Accuracy: Variety of sentence structures, error-free grammar
Overall band score is 0-9, each criterion weighted equally.
Answering Tips
Spend 5 minutes planning your position and main arguments
Use the structure: Introduction - Body 1 - Body 2 - Concession - Conclusion
Develop each body paragraph with: topic sentence + explanation + example + summary
Use a variety of linking words, avoid repetition
Reserve 5 minutes at the end to check grammar and spelling