Companies Quote by Jeremy Rifkin
“The insurance companies aren't covering that. Should Monsanto be liable for these losses? Should the state government? Who's going to cover the losses? The fact is, here's an industry with no long-term liability in place.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Climate and Corporate Responsibility Forum, 2022
The lack of long‑term liability for large agribusinesses creates a risk gap, leaving governments and citizens to bear losses.
In simple terms: No liability for big agribusinesses shifts risk to public.
Key Takeaway
Advocate for enforceable long‑term liability for harmful industries.
Themes
environmental justice
corporate accountability
public policy
risk management
Mood
concerned
determined
critical
Type
activist
analytical
When to use this quote
- government budgeting
- insurance markets
- community health
- environmental protection
Key Concepts
legal reform
industry regulation
Questions to Reflect On
- Who should bear responsibility for environmental damages?
- How can citizens pressure corporations for accountability?
A Different Perspective
Industry resistance may delay policy changes.
