Appropriate Quote by Alan Thein Durning
“Economists use the word consume to mean "utilize economic goods," but the Shorter Oxford Dictionary's definition is more appropriate to ecologists: "To make away with or destroy; to waste or to squander; to use up." The economies that cater to the global consumer society are responsible for the lion's share of the damage that humans have inflicted on common global resources.”
About This Quote
Consumerism, defined as wasteful consumption, drives ecological damage and resource depletion.
In simple terms: Consumerism wastes resources, harming ecology.
Key Takeaway
Reduce wasteful consumption.
Themes
environment
consumerism
resource depletion
Mood
concerned
urgent
Type
environmental
critical
When to use this quote
- policy making
- personal habits
- education campaigns
Key Concepts
sustainability
ecological impact
Questions to Reflect On
- How can societies shift from wasteful consumption?
- What personal habits reduce ecological impact?
A Different Perspective
Economic growth often prioritizes consumption.
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