Always learn a word with its collocation (the words that go with it) and one example sentence. Then use it in your own practice writing until it feels natural.
IELTS Vocabulary: Environment
Use these high-frequency environment words with their natural collocations. Learn each word with its example so you use it accurately — accuracy scores higher than rare “big words”.
| Word / phrase | Common collocation | Example sentence |
|---|---|---|
| carbon emissions | cut / reduce carbon emissions | Governments must reduce carbon emissions urgently. |
| renewable energy | invest in renewable energy | Investing in renewable energy lowers pollution. |
| deforestation | tackle / halt deforestation | Deforestation threatens countless species. |
| sustainable | sustainable development | Sustainable development balances growth and nature. |
| ecological footprint | reduce your ecological footprint | Cycling reduces your ecological footprint. |
| climate change | combat climate change | International cooperation is vital to combat climate change. |
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