Feet Quote by Edward Burtynsky
“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.”
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.
Consider sustainable alternatives to resource use.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- urban development
- manufacturing
- energy production
- policy making
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we balance development and nature?
- What responsibilities do we have?
Economic growth often outweighs ecological cost.