Big Quote by Chen Guangbiao
“I want to tell mayors, county chiefs and heads of big companies: don't just chase GDP growth; don't chase the biggest profits at the expense of our children and grandchildren and at the cost of sacrificing our ecological environment.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Business Forum, Beijing, 2018
Prioritize people and planet over profit and growth metrics.
In simple terms: Choose sustainability over pure profit.
Key Takeaway
Balance growth with responsibility.
Themes
sustainability
ethics
economics
future generations
Mood
urgent
inspirational
Type
activist
policy
When to use this quote
- corporate strategy
- policy making
- community activism
Key Concepts
triple bottom line
intergenerational equity
Questions to Reflect On
- What sacrifices are acceptable for sustainability?
- How can profit be redefined?
A Different Perspective
Profit motives may conflict with long‑term health.
