Hardy can one deny the fact that today’s world is practically drowning in ecological problems of various kinds. Although it is undeniable that the most massive harm to the environment has been brought about by large corporations and poor governmental policies, I am still convinced that regular people’s action are not of no consequence. The desire of each and every person to alter the current grim ecological situation for the better could make the difference.
Admittedly, the average person does not produce so much waste as to contaminate an entire lake; at the same time, a grand manufacturing plant might well complete such a horrendous ‘task’ within a fairly limited period of time. Therefore, one might theoretically contend that the whole issue of worldwide pollution stems from large manufacturers and malicious state projects, for the most part, inasmuch as the said actors operate different economic activities on a massive scale and thus can contaminate air, land or water effortlessly. In contrast, a typical citizen might feel complacent, being convinced that his decisions, habits and actions have little impact on the environment around, and mind his own business, happily delegating the handling of all challenges caused by environmental crises to state institutions and business owners.
While there is some truth and even reason in the thoughts outlined above, I wish to emphasize that all members of society are a great power as well, and they are indeed capable of tackling numerous predicaments in respect of harming the nature. Statistically, a typical individual consumes fewer resources and produces less rubbish than a factory; still, annually, the average household consisting of 4-5 people also demonstrates unsatisfactory figures. What is important to add is that there exist millions of households in most countries, while, contrast, one could list, perhaps, only hundreds of factories operating in this or that country. Hence, it seems to be rather illogical or irresponsible to declare that only certain companies or state bodies should take a number of efficient measures to eliminate the growing ecological threats. On the condition that every single citizen becomes more aware of all the seriousness of the current state of affairs and decided and alter something in their own habits, there might appear some noticeable progress in general.
In light of the above, I can draw an inescapable conclusion that placing the responsibility of the preservation of nature solely on governments or large businesses will not suffice to save the planet, nor does it seem to be fair and just. As for me, each citizen should embrace their role in combating ecological dilemmas, at least, via changing some of their daily patterns of behaviour and consumption.