Climate Quote by Catherine Friend
““If we are going to start calling industrial corn sustainable, then we might as well say that petroleum is a renewable resource if you're willing to wait long enough.””
About This Quote
Source Interview: Sustainable Food Podcast, 2020
Labeling industrial corn as “sustainable” is absurd; true renewability requires realistic timeframes.
In simple terms: Calling corn sustainable is misleading.
Key Takeaway
Demand honest sustainability claims.
Themes
environment
agriculture
renewables
truth
skepticism
Mood
skeptical
analytical
Type
critical
informative
When to use this quote
- product labeling
- policy regulation
- consumer education
- industry standards
Key Concepts
sustainability metrics
life‑cycle analysis
greenwashing
Questions to Reflect On
- What criteria define true renewable resources?
- How can consumers verify sustainability?
A Different Perspective
Sustainability claims can be vague and deceptive.
