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“Fossil fuels are raw materials that have to be extracted and processed. Wind and solar energy are different. The only costs associated with them are technological.” quote by Tom Steyer
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“Fossil fuels are raw materials that have to be extracted and processed. Wind and solar energy are different. The only costs associated with them are technological.”

Tom Steyer

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Source Speech: Climate Action Forum, 2021

Renewable energy costs are mainly technological, unlike fossil fuels which require extraction and processing.

In simple terms: Renewables cost tech, not raw material.

Key Takeaway

Invest in technology for clean energy.

Themes

energy policy technology economics environment

Mood

urgent hopeful

Type

political inspirational

When to use this quote

  • policy making
  • investment decisions
  • public education
  • infrastructure planning

Key Concepts

cost analysis energy transition innovation

Questions to Reflect On

  • What tech advances are needed for cheaper renewables?
  • How can policy accelerate these advances?
A Different Perspective

Technological challenges can delay adoption.

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