In the article “The Double Edge of Globalization”, Chanda
(2007) states that globalization has increased international trade and
consumption. It also led to improvements in global telecommunications, which
enables instantaneous transmission of information to the world. However, globalization
has caused environmental devastation such as
deforestation, increased pollution and global warming.
According to Chanda, globalization has accelerated the rate
of deforestation, which has caused severe environmental damages. Chanda
mentioned, “Globalization does serve as both a conduit and an accelerator to
the loss of forest cover worldwide”.
I agree with Chanda’s view on this matter. Globalization
encourages the consumption of goods and services, which has led to more forest
clearing. An example would be China’s growing demand for soybeans. Chanda also
stresses that deforestation is accountable for more global carbon emissions. Furthermore,
deforestation has led to global warming, increased pollution and habitat loss
for numerous species. Such habitat destruction are also responsible for the
extinction of species.
Globalization has undoubtedly brought about many benefits.
Yet the environmental damage has proven to be more detrimental. Therefore, it
is of paramount importance to educate people on reforestation and to practice
environmentally responsible consumerism. This is to ensure that our forests remain viable and sustainable.
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