Civilization Quote by Derrick Jensen
“Civilization is not and can never be sustainable.”
About This Quote
Source Book: "The Culture of Make Believe", 2005
Civilization’s structures are fundamentally unsustainable, demanding radical change.
In simple terms: Civilization cannot be sustainable.
Key Takeaway
Question and reshape societal systems.
Themes
environment
sustainability
critique
Mood
critical
urgent
Type
philosophical
activist
When to use this quote
- urban planning
- consumer culture
- policy reform
Key Concepts
ecology
political economy
systems theory
Questions to Reflect On
- What aspects of society are most unsustainable?
- How can individuals contribute to systemic change?
A Different Perspective
Change may face entrenched interests.
