Around the world Quote by Jonathon Porritt
“The World Health Organization recently published some data showing that each overweight person causes and additional one tonne of CO2 to be emitted every year. With one billion people overweight around the world-of whom at least 300 million are obese-that's an additional one billion tonnes.”
About This Quote
Source Report: World Health Organization data release, 2023
Excess weight contributes significantly to carbon emissions, adding a large environmental burden.
In simple terms: Being overweight increases CO₂ output.
Key Takeaway
Address obesity to reduce climate impact.
Themes
health
environment
climate change
obesity
Mood
concerned
urgent
Type
policy
motivational
When to use this quote
- policy advocacy
- community health programs
- personal lifestyle changes
Key Concepts
public health
sustainability
carbon accounting
Questions to Reflect On
- What policies could lower obesity‑related emissions?
- How can individuals be motivated to adopt greener habits?
A Different Perspective
Changing diet and habits is difficult for many.
