Affluent Quote by Maurice Strong
“Developed and benefited from the unsustainable patterns of production and consumption which have produced our present dilemma. It is clear that current lifestyles and consumption patterns of the affluent middle class-involving high meat intake, consumption of large amounts of frozen and convenience foods, use of fossil fuels, appliances, home and work-place air-conditioning, and suburban housing-are not sustainable. A shift is necessary toward lifestyles less geared to environmentally damaging consumption patterns.”
About This Quote
Source Report: Environmental sustainability assessment, 1990s
Current affluent lifestyles rely on high‑impact consumption, making unsustainable; a shift to lower‑impact habits is essential.
In simple terms: Rich habits harm the planet; change is needed.
Key Takeaway
Adopt greener habits.
Themes
environment
sustainability
consumer behavior
Mood
concerned
urgent
Type
environmental
educational
When to use this quote
- policy making
- urban planning
- individual lifestyle choices
Key Concepts
ecology
social responsibility
Questions to Reflect On
- What small change can you make today?
- How can communities support sustainable living?
A Different Perspective
Changing habits can be socially and economically challenging.
