Analysts Quote by Amory Lovins
“Many analysts now regard modest, zero, or negative growth in our rate of energy use as a realistic long-term goal.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Rocky Mountain Institute, 1990s
Reducing energy consumption to zero or negative growth is a feasible long‑term objective for sustainability.
In simple terms: Zero growth in energy use is realistic.
Aim for energy efficiency and conservation.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- policy planning
- corporate strategy
- personal lifestyle changes
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can economies thrive with declining energy use?
- What policies best support energy reduction?
Achieving zero growth may conflict with economic growth models.