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Can Technology Save the Planet?
Every year, millions of tonnes of electronic waste — or e-waste — are produced worldwide as consumers replace their smartphones, laptops and tablets at an increasingly rapid pace. Paradoxically, the very technology that is supposed to help us fight climate change is itself contributing to environmental pollution.
However, many scientists and entrepreneurs argue that innovation is the key to solving this crisis. Solar panels, wind turbines and electric vehicles are becoming more affordable and efficient every year. Furthermore, apps and artificial intelligence systems are now being used to monitor energy consumption and reduce carbon emissions in cities.
Critics, on the other hand, point out that producing these green technologies still requires rare minerals, which are often extracted in environmentally damaging ways. They argue that a genuine green transition must go hand in hand with responsible consumption and a willingness to use fewer devices overall.
In conclusion, technology alone cannot save the planet. It is a powerful tool, but it must be part of a broader societal shift towards sustainability.
Voir le corrigé
- technology contributes to pollution while supposed to fight climate change — Le paradoxe : la technologie censée lutter contre le changement climatique est elle-même source de pollution (e-waste).
- solar panels and wind turbines — Le texte cite solar panels, wind turbines et electric vehicles.
- addition — 'Furthermore' indique qu'on ajoute un argument supplémentaire (addition/renforcement).
- requires rare minerals — Les critiques soulèvent le problème de l'extraction des minéraux rares nécessaires à ces technologies.
- technology alone cannot save the planet — La conclusion est explicite : 'technology alone cannot save the planet' — il faut un changement sociétal plus large.
- Réponse libre — exemple : However: opposition (concession). Furthermore: addition (renforcement). On the other hand: opposition (contraste entre les deux points de vue).
- Réponse libre — exemple : According to the critics, a genuine green transition means not only using cleaner technologies but also consuming fewer devices overall and adopting more responsible habits as consumers.
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