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Aberration Quote by Paul Hawken

“Capitalism, as practiced, is a financially profitable, non-sustainable aberration in human development.” quote by Paul Hawken
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“Capitalism, as practiced, is a financially profitable, non-sustainable aberration in human development.”

Paul Hawken

About This Quote

Source Book: Regeneration, Paul Hawken, 2020

Current capitalism prioritizes profit over ecological and social sustainability.

In simple terms: Profit‑first capitalism harms planet and people.

Key Takeaway

Seek sustainable economic models.

Themes

environment economics ethics

Mood

critical hopeful

Type

environmental philosophical

When to use this quote

  • business strategy
  • policy making
  • investment decisions

Key Concepts

systems thinking externalities social justice

Questions to Reflect On

  • What alternatives to profit‑driven growth exist?
  • How can individuals influence corporate practices?
A Different Perspective

Transition to sustainability can be costly and politically resisted.

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