Change Quote by Paul Polman
“Left unchecked, climate change risks not only making the poorest poorer, but pulling the emerging middle classes back into poverty, too.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: World Economic Forum, Paul Polman, 2019
Climate change threatens the poor and can push emerging middle classes back into poverty.
In simple terms: Climate impacts both poor and middle classes.
Key Takeaway
Address climate change to protect all economic groups.
Themes
environment
poverty
inequality
economics
Mood
urgent
concerned
Type
policy
activist
When to use this quote
- policy making
- business strategy
- community planning
- education
Key Concepts
sustainable development
climate justice
social equity
Questions to Reflect On
- How can businesses reduce climate risk for vulnerable groups?
- What policies best protect emerging middle classes?
A Different Perspective
Economic growth alone cannot solve climate issues; systemic change needed.
