Always Quote by Hope Jahren
“As an environmental scientist, I think our first need is to feed and shelter and nurture. That has always required the exploitation of plant life, and it always will.”
About This Quote
Human survival depends on exploiting plants, a practice that will likely continue.
In simple terms: We must use plants for food and shelter.
Seek sustainable exploitation.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- agriculture
- urban planning
- conservation policy
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Can we meet needs without harming ecosystems?
- What alternatives exist to plant exploitation?
Sustainable methods may be hard to implement.