Accepted Quote by David Suzuki
“We have become a force of nature Not long ago, hurricanes, tornadoes, floods, drought, forest fires, even earthquakes and volcanic explosions were accepted as “natural disasters or “acts of God.” But now, we have joined God, powerful enough to influence these events.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Environmental Address, David Suzuki, 2015
Human activity now rivals natural forces, making us co‑creators of climate events.
In simple terms: We can affect nature like a god.
Recognize responsibility for environmental impact.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- policy making
- urban planning
- disaster preparedness
- education
- activism
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can individuals reduce their ecological footprint?
- What policies best balance development and nature?
Human influence is limited by political and economic constraints.