Climate Quote by Tom Steyer
“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.”
About This Quote
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.
Invest in technology for clean energy.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- policy making
- investment decisions
- public education
- infrastructure planning
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What tech advances are needed for cheaper renewables?
- How can policy accelerate these advances?
Technological challenges can delay adoption.