As global dependence on fossil fuels deepens, some countries have chosen to vigorously develop nuclear energy to combat climate change, while others insist on renewable sources such as solar and wind power. However, although nuclear energy can significantly reduce carbon emissions, it may pose long-term risks of radioactive waste; renewable energy, while environmentally friendly, is constrained by weather conditions and the limitations of energy storage technology. When weighing energy security against ecological costs, which energy transition path should a society prioritize? Please articulate your stance and support your argument with specific examples from countries or regions.
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