Capture Quote by Nicholas Stern
“Enlightened self-interest from those involved in hydrocarbons should lead to the support of technologies enabling the clean use of hydrocarbons, such as carbon capture and storage, and not to the defence of deniers and cranks.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Climate Change Policy Address, Nicholas Stern, 2015
Advocates using clean‑hydrocarbon technologies while rejecting denialist opposition.
In simple terms: Promote clean hydrocarbon tech, reject denialists.
Key Takeaway
Support carbon capture, oppose denial.
Themes
environment
energy
policy
Mood
concerned
determined
Type
policy
advocacy
When to use this quote
- energy companies
- government policy
- public advocacy
- industry conferences
Key Concepts
carbon capture
climate mitigation
stakeholder responsibility
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we balance energy needs with climate goals?
- What incentives drive clean tech adoption?
A Different Perspective
May be seen as compromising on fossil fuel use.
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