Cost Quote by Herman E. Daly
“But the macro-economy is not the Whole. It too is a Part, a part of the larger natural economy, the ecosphere, and its growth does inflict opportunity costs on the finite Whole that must be counted.”
About This Quote
The economy is a subset of the natural ecosystem, and its growth incurs real costs to the whole.
In simple terms: Economy is part of nature; growth has costs.
Key Takeaway
Balance economic growth with ecological limits.
Themes
sustainability
economics
ecology
Mood
concerned
analytical
Type
philosophical
policy
When to use this quote
- policy making
- business strategy
- urban planning
- investment decisions
Key Concepts
systems theory
resource management
environmental ethics
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we measure true cost?
- What policies protect the whole?
A Different Perspective
Economic growth often ignores hidden ecological costs.
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