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“We have extracted from the land from the moment we stood on two feet. We are working to supply the kinds of materials that are necessary for the lives we've built for ourselves.” quote by Edward Burtynsky
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“We have extracted from the land from the moment we stood on two feet. We are working to supply the kinds of materials that are necessary for the lives we've built for ourselves.”

Edward Burtynsky

About This Quote

Source Exhibition Catalog: "Anthropocene", 2018

Human extraction of resources reshapes the planet, reflecting our built environments' demands.

In simple terms: We take from Earth to build our lives.

Key Takeaway

Consider sustainable alternatives to resource use.

Themes

environment extraction industrial impact sustainability

Mood

concerned thoughtful

Type

environmental documentary

When to use this quote

  • urban development
  • manufacturing
  • energy production
  • policy making

Key Concepts

ecology economics

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can we balance development and nature?
  • What responsibilities do we have?
A Different Perspective

Economic growth often outweighs ecological cost.

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