Am Quote by Richard Eyre
“I sort of feel that climate change will be solved by science. I just feel instinctively that we will find a way of saving ourselves. But I am less confident that we won't destroy ourselves in other ways.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Climate Change Discussion, 2020
Optimism that science will solve climate change, but concern that humanity may cause other self‑destructive outcomes.
In simple terms: Science may fix climate, but we might ruin ourselves elsewhere.
Support scientific solutions while guarding against new risks.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- policy making
- research funding
- public awareness
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What new risks could arise from technological advances?
- How can society balance innovation with safety?
Science alone cannot address all existential threats.