Bottom Quote by Ross McKitrick
“The bottom line for Canada is that Kyoto will precipitate a recession that will cause a permanent reduction in employment, income and the size of our economy. And if global warming is going to happen Kyoto will do nothing whatsoever to prevent it or even slow it down. Why are we still considering it?”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Climate policy debate, date unknown
Kyoto protocol may cause economic downturn without effectively addressing climate change, questioning its utility.
In simple terms: Kyoto could hurt economy without solving warming.
Key Takeaway
Critically evaluate climate policies for economic impact.
Themes
economics
climate policy
skepticism
Mood
analytical
critical
Type
policy
environmental
When to use this quote
- government budgeting
- energy legislation
- public debate
Key Concepts
cost‑benefit analysis
environmental economics
Questions to Reflect On
- Is a recession worth potential climate benefits?
- What alternatives could work better?
A Different Perspective
Policy effectiveness depends on implementation and global cooperation.
