Carbon Quote by Susan George
“I was recently looking at what they can actually do to reduce consumption of petrol. It would be quite possible to build automobiles out of carbon fibre that would be just as strong, weigh 10 times less and consume 10 times less petrol.”
About This Quote
Source Article: Environmental policy discussion, unknown publication
The author proposes carbon‑fiber cars that are lighter and far more fuel‑efficient, suggesting a technical solution to reduce petrol use.
In simple terms: Carbon‑fiber cars could cut fuel consumption dramatically.
Key Takeaway
Explore lightweight materials for sustainable transport.
Themes
technology
environment
sustainability
Mood
analytical
optimistic
Type
technical
policy
When to use this quote
- policy making
- product development
- consumer adoption
Key Concepts
material science
energy efficiency
automotive design
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we make carbon‑fiber affordable?
- What policies support lightweight vehicle adoption?
A Different Perspective
Cost and manufacturing challenges may limit adoption.
