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“Nonrenewable resources should be exploited, but at a rate equal to the creation of renewable substitutes.” quote by Herman E. Daly
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“Nonrenewable resources should be exploited, but at a rate equal to the creation of renewable substitutes.”

Herman E. Daly

About This Quote

Source Article: "Sustainable Development and the Environment" by Herman E. Daly, 1990

Resources should be used while simultaneously creating renewable alternatives to avoid depletion.

In simple terms: Use resources while building renewables.

Key Takeaway

Balance consumption with renewable creation.

Themes

sustainability economics environment

Mood

urgent optimistic

Type

policy economic

When to use this quote

  • industrial planning
  • policy making
  • energy strategy

Key Concepts

resource management renewable technology

Questions to Reflect On

  • What renewable solutions can replace current resources?
  • How to accelerate renewable development?
A Different Perspective

Renewable alternatives may lag behind consumption rates.

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