Some people say that it is possible for a country to be both economically successful and have a clean environment. Others disagree. Discuss both view and give your opinion.

Some people say that it is possible for a country to be both economically successful and have a clean environment. Others disagree. Discuss both view and give your opinion.

Sustainable development has gradually become a growing concern on a global scale. While some people believe that balancing economic growth and environment protection is nearly impractical, I am more convinced of the opposite views for the following reasons.
First, it is common for the society to be induced to think that economic progress is associated with pollutant emission growth and depletable resource consumption. For instant, accelerating urbanization, despite an important instrument for economic development, is one of the driving forces behind the loss of agricultural land. As a result, not only natural habitats that are home to wildlife is endangered but also arable land is shrinking due to urban expansion. In addition, exhaust emissions from manufacturing factories, consisting of harmful particles suspended in the air as well as heavier materials that remain on the surface are contaminating the environment at an alarming rate. The pursuit of high growth at all costs, for example of China - world’s second-largest economy could lead to severe pollution.
On the other hand, I still hold a strong belief that the combination of economic and environment sustainability is within our reach. In this era of high technology, scientists have developed multiple alternatives to replace traditional sources of exploitation in many fields. The rise of renewable energy from wind, sunlight or ocean waves would be the answer for escalating demand. What’s even more encouraging is the fact that many countries are joining hands and pooling their resources to cut down industrial pollution. Commitment to protect the environment and prioritize sustainable development over resource extraction would allow the economy to thrive in the long run.
In short, even though achieving economic goals is of utmost importance, each nation should incorporate environmental issues in the policy making process. Only then can human race exist in perfect harmony with nature.