Air Quote by Alex Steffen
“Clean air and water, a diversity of animal and plant species, soil and mineral resources, and predictable weather are annuities that will pay dividends for as long as the human race survives - and may even extend our stay on Earth.”
About This Quote
Source Article: “The Annuities of Nature” by Alex Steffen, 2018
Preserving natural resources is an investment that sustains humanity’s future.
In simple terms: Nature’s resources are long‑term investments.
Key Takeaway
Protect ecosystems for future generations.
Themes
environment
sustainability
economics
Mood
thoughtful
optimistic
Type
policy
educational
When to use this quote
- policy planning
- education
- business strategy
Key Concepts
ecosystem services
intergenerational equity
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we value ecosystem services?
- What policies best protect them?
A Different Perspective
Economic benefits can be hard to quantify.
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