Accidents Quote by Vinod Khosla
“Letting the perfect be the enemy of the good is one of the reasons we have a coal-dependent infrastructure, with the resulting environmental impact that all of us can see. I suspect environmentalists, through their opposition of nuclear power, have caused more coal plants to be built than anybody. And those coal plants have emitted more radioactive material from the coal than any nuclear accident would have.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: TechCrunch Disrupt, 2015
Opposing nuclear power can unintentionally promote coal, worsening environmental harm; balanced energy policy is essential.
In simple terms: Opposing one solution may worsen the problem.
Key Takeaway
Consider all energy options wisely.
Themes
energy policy
environment
technology
risk
balance
Mood
analytical
cautious
Type
policy
analytical
When to use this quote
- government regulation
- investment decisions
- public opinion
- energy planning
Key Concepts
externalities
policy trade‑offs
systemic thinking
Questions to Reflect On
- What alternatives could reduce reliance on coal?
- How can policymakers weigh nuclear vs. coal benefits?
A Different Perspective
Focusing solely on nuclear risks may ignore broader climate impacts.
