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“Green technologies - going green - is bigger than the Internet. It could be the biggest economic opportunity of the 21st century.” quote by John Doerr
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“Green technologies - going green - is bigger than the Internet. It could be the biggest economic opportunity of the 21st century.”

John Doerr

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Source Speech: 2015 TED Talk on Climate Innovation

Green technologies hold greater economic potential than the Internet, positioning sustainability as the next massive growth engine of the 21st century.

In simple terms: Green tech may outpace the Internet.

Key Takeaway

Invest in sustainability.

Themes

environment economics technology

Mood

optimistic urgent

Type

visionary persuasive

When to use this quote

  • business strategy
  • policy making
  • investment decisions

Key Concepts

green growth market disruption

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can we accelerate green tech adoption?
  • What sectors will benefit most?
A Different Perspective

Transition costs and political resistance are challenges.

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