Monsters Quote by Graciela Chichilnisky
“Technology is a many-headed monster and perhaps it would be better to regress to a safer past and avoid technological change; it is tempting to think like that.”
About This Quote
Source Lecture: Climate Policy Forum, 2019
Technological progress can be risky; sometimes reverting to simpler methods feels safer.
In simple terms: Tech can be dangerous; simplicity may feel safer.
Weigh risks before adopting new tech.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- policy making
- industrial design
- environmental planning
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What risks are acceptable in tech adoption?
- How can we balance safety with progress?
Regressing may hinder necessary innovation.