Disposal Quote by Paul Hawken
“We subsidize the disposal of waste in all its myriad forms — from landfills, to Superfund cleanups, to deep-well injection, to storage of nuclear waste. In the process, we encourage an economy where 80 percent of what we consume gets thrown away after one use.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Upcycle, 2017
We waste and encourage disposable culture, leading to massive environmental and economic costs.
In simple terms: Disposable culture harms planet and economy.
Key Takeaway
Shift to sustainable, reusable practices.
Themes
environment
economics
consumerism
Mood
urgent
hopeful
Type
environmental
strategic
When to use this quote
- product design
- policy making
- consumer behavior
- corporate strategy
Key Concepts
Circular economy
waste management
Questions to Reflect On
- What steps can reduce single‑use waste?
- How can businesses profit from sustainability?
A Different Perspective
Transition requires systemic change and consumer buy‑in.
