Climate Quote by James Howard Kunstler
“Under the current high energy / high entropy regime, sustainable development is a joke.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Long Emergency, 2005
In a world of abundant energy and disorder, sustainable development is rendered ineffective.
In simple terms: High energy/entropy makes sustainability a joke.
Key Takeaway
Reevaluate sustainability goals under current conditions.
Themes
environment
energy
economics
future studies
Mood
critical
reflective
Type
analytical
skeptical
When to use this quote
- policy planning
- urban design
- energy strategy
- climate action
Key Concepts
entropy
sustainability
resource limits
Questions to Reflect On
- What realistic steps can improve sustainability now?
- How does entropy affect long‑term planning?
A Different Perspective
The claim may ignore incremental progress and adaptive technologies.
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