Better Quote by Andrew Scheer
“Are we better off if we displace jobs and investments to other countries and global emissions go up? I say no. Let's bring that production here and have less emissions globally because we can make things more efficiently and cleaner.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Economic Policy Forum, 2022
Offshoring jobs may lower emissions abroad but increases global emissions; local production can be cleaner and more efficient.
In simple terms: Local production can reduce overall emissions.
Key Takeaway
Support sustainable domestic manufacturing.
Themes
economics
environment
globalization
emissions
Mood
analytical
optimistic
Type
policy
environmental
When to use this quote
- government policy
- business strategy
- environmental advocacy
Key Concepts
supply chain sustainability
industrial policy
Questions to Reflect On
- What incentives encourage clean local production?
- How to balance jobs and climate goals?
A Different Perspective
Transitioning may require investment and technology upgrades.
