Some authorities believe that they need to prioritize the development of economy rather than protecting the environment. In my opinion, I partly disagree with this view because although thriving economies offer jobs, I think prioritizing the environment is more considerable.
On the one hand, some people may argue that countries should focus on developing the economy firstly. This is because the economy offers people jobs with varied levels of incomes, which are appropriate for different type of workers; therefore, they are enabled to have a standardize life. After achieving a thriving economy, governments may spend funds to restore and protect the environment that they have exploited to produce by using advanced technologies, which are invented by excellent employees.
On the other hand, I am of the opinion that authorities should pay more attention to the environment. Nature offers people a habitat with many good conditions and many sources to use for economic activities. However, if people overly exploit resources without any protection and restoration, it leads to environmental degradation in the following years. Protecting environment helps countries develop economy sustainable because people can balance between the low unemployment and high awareness of their green habitats. For example, in Singapore, the government encourages businesses prioritize fields relating renewable sources, which can either receive high profits or preserve their nature. Therefore, this country has became a region having the lowest rate of pollution and a successful economy. Eventually, environmental protection plays a crucial role in the development of countries in the long run.
In conclusion, while people can have occupations through economic development, it is my belief that protecting nature are far more significant than its advantages. Governments could prioritize majors using eco energy and raise people’s awareness of environmental protection.