Bigs Quote by David Attenborough
“Climate change will affect the whole of humanity, while terrorist attacks will only affect a small section of humanity. Of course, you wouldn't say that if you were related to someone who had been beheaded or blown up or murdered. But humanity is facing a very big, slow, long, drawn-out threat, and that is to do with the way the weather is changing and the size of the population.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Climate Change Address, 2022
Humanity faces a pervasive, slow‑moving climate crisis, whereas terrorism impacts only localized groups.
In simple terms: Climate change is a global, gradual threat; terrorism is localized.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize collective climate action.
Themes
environment
global risk
humanity
policy
awareness
Mood
urgent
concerned
reflective
Type
policy
call to action
When to use this quote
- government policy
- public health
- urban planning
- education campaigns
Key Concepts
sustainability
intergenerational equity
systemic risk
Questions to Reflect On
- How can societies balance immediate security concerns with long‑term climate goals?
- What incentives drive collective climate responsibility?
A Different Perspective
Climate solutions require massive coordination and political will.
![“I don't think the human effect [of climate change] is significant compared to the natural effect.” quote by Harrison Schmitt](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/ff2/harrison-schmitt-48389_change_i-don-t-think-the-human-effect-of-climat_1969803.jpg)
![“We only know a tiny proportion about the complexity of the natural world. Wherever you look, there are still things we don’t know about and don’t understand. [...] There are always new things to find out if you go looking for them.” quote by David Attenborough](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/b04/david-attenborough-2396_discover_we-only-know-a-tiny-proportion-about-the_112007.jpg)
![“The only regret I have in my career, is my managers wanted a big payday, and I wanted four or five more fights before going in with [Larry] Holmes. That would have made all the difference.” quote by Gerry Cooney](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/d63/gerry-cooney-20863_bigs_the-only-regret-i-have-in-my-career-is-m_1534.jpg)
