Assuming Quote by Sandra Postel
“We have been quick to assume rights to use water but slow to recognize obligations to preserve and protect it... In short, we need a water ethic-a guide to right conduct in the face of complex decisions about natural systems we do not and cannot fully understand.”
About This Quote
Source Book: "Water Ethics: A Guide to Right Conduct" by Sandra Postel, 2007
A water ethic balances usage rights with responsibilities to protect and preserve water resources.
In simple terms: Treat water as a shared responsibility.
Key Takeaway
Adopt sustainable water practices.
Themes
environmental stewardship
ethics
resource management
Mood
concerned
motivational
Type
environmental
ethical
When to use this quote
- agriculture
- urban planning
- policy making
- personal consumption
Key Concepts
sustainability
intergenerational equity
Questions to Reflect On
- What obligations do you have toward water conservation?
- How can you influence water policy locally?
A Different Perspective
Implementation can be hindered by political and economic interests.
