Development in technology causes environmental problems. Some people think the solution in these problems is that everyone accepts a simpler way of life, while others say that technology can solve these problems. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

People have different views about whether or not they need to continuously use some technologies which cause many environmental problems. In my opinion it is not viable to give up using technologies, and the technological progress can mitigate the problems.

 On the one hand, some technologies could cause many natural environmental issues, in particular in the contemporary industrialised world. Many people argue that the only way to avoid environmental problems is to deny the use of technologies. They believe that bicycling should replace cars whose emissions will cause air pollution, and living in wooden houses instead of modern buildings, can avoid using cement which contributes to water contamination during its production. I disagree with this idea because human culture have been moving on from the achievement of a wide range of technologies which make us comfortable and joyful, so it is not realistic for people to give up the way which they are used to.

 On the other hand, I believe many sophisticated technologies will be able to eliminate pollution caused by out-of-date technologies. For instance, water purification equipment can filter and purify sewage while air filters can clean the dirty air. These facilities can be effective and efficient to deal with the environmental problems. Besides, many scientists are researching and improving those old technologies. Fuelled cars will be replaced by electronic cars which are more clean and environmental-friendly, and this changing trend will definitely go hand in hand between technology and environment.

 In conclusion, although it would probably be feasible for us to live in a simple way, I am convinced that advanced technologies will absolutely help us protect natural habitats.