Age Quote by David Grinspoon
“We definitely don't want to go through another Ice Age or another natural cycle of global warming. Both happen over a long period of time. It would be disastrous for our civilization, and not just for us but many other species.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Climate Change Forum, 2020
Human civilization depends on stable climate; abrupt natural cycles threaten all life.
In simple terms: Climate stability is essential.
Key Takeaway
Advocate for climate resilience.
Themes
environment
future
civilization
Mood
urgent
concerned
Type
activist
analytical
When to use this quote
- policy making
- urban planning
- education
- conservation
Key Concepts
climate risk
intergenerational equity
Questions to Reflect On
- What actions can reduce climate risk?
- How do we balance development with ecological limits?
A Different Perspective
Predicting climate cycles is uncertain.
![“There's a lot of differing data [about global warming], but as far as I can gather, over the last hundred years the temperature on this planet has gone up 1.8 degrees. Am I the only one who finds that amazingly stable? I could go back to my hotel room tonight and futz with the thermostat for three…” quote by Dennis Miller](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/c11/dennis-miller-1315_data_there-s-a-lot-of-differing-data-about-gl_140331.jpg)
