Climate Quote by Dr. Sherry Rogers
““The solution to pollution is dilution. It is very logical that if a chemical is bothering you, you should increase the flow of good air to dilute the level of the chemical.””
About This Quote
Source Speech: Environmental Health Conference, 2019
Diluting pollutants by increasing clean air flow reduces concentration, but does not address the source of contamination.
In simple terms: Dilution lowers pollutant levels but doesn’t solve the problem.
Address root causes, not just symptoms.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- industrial emissions
- urban planning
- ventilation design
- policy making
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What are sustainable alternatives to dilution?
- How can we reduce pollutant sources directly?
Dilution may be insufficient for persistent or toxic chemicals.