Change Quote by Jeremy Jackson
“It's not about the fish; it's not about the pollution; it's not about the climate change. It's about us and our greed and our need for growth and our inability to imagine a world that is different from the selfish world we live in today.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Climate Change Conference, Jeremy Jackson, 2015
Human greed and relentless growth drive environmental harm more than any single issue.
In simple terms: Our desire for growth harms the planet.
Key Takeaway
Address underlying greed and growth mindset.
Themes
environment
ethics
growth
Mood
concerned
urgent
Type
environmental
ethical
When to use this quote
- corporate strategy
- public policy
- individual consumption
Key Concepts
sustainability
psychology
systems thinking
Questions to Reflect On
- What personal values limit growth?
- How can societies shift from selfish to collective well‑being?
A Different Perspective
Changing deep‑seated attitudes is difficult.
