Climate Quote by Ruby Parker Puckett
““The American Dietetic Association Task Force identified sustainability as “the capacity of being maintained over the long term in order to meet the needs of the present without jeopardizing the ability of future generations to meet their needs.””
About This Quote
Source Report: American Dietetic Association Task Force, sustainability definition, 2020
Sustainability means meeting present needs without harming future generations' ability to meet theirs.
In simple terms: Meet today’s needs while protecting tomorrow.
Key Takeaway
Balance current use with future impact.
Themes
environment
ethics
future planning
Mood
concerned
reflective
Type
informative
educational
When to use this quote
- policy making
- business strategy
- personal lifestyle choices
- community planning
Key Concepts
sustainability
intergenerational equity
resource management
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we measure true sustainability?
- What trade‑offs are acceptable today for future benefit?
A Different Perspective
Long‑term maintenance can be costly and politically challenging.
