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Failure Quote by Wayne Visser

“The first industrial revolution is flawed. It is not working. It is unsustainable. It is a mistake and we must move on to another and better industrial revolution and get it right this time. —Ray Anderson” quote by Wayne Visser
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““The first industrial revolution is flawed. It is not working. It is unsustainable. It is a mistake and we must move on to another and better industrial revolution and get it right this time. —Ray Anderson””

Wayne Visser

About This Quote

Source Speech: TED Talk, Ray Anderson, 2008

The current industrial model is broken, unsustainable, and must be replaced by a new, better system.

In simple terms: Current industry is flawed; we need a new, sustainable revolution.

Key Takeaway

Seek sustainable innovation now.

Themes

environment industry innovation sustainability change

Mood

concerned determined

Type

call to action visionary

When to use this quote

  • business strategy
  • policy making
  • product design
  • community activism

Key Concepts

systems thinking circular economy technological transition

Questions to Reflect On

  • What would a sustainable industrial model look like?
  • How can we accelerate its adoption?
A Different Perspective

New systems still require massive investment and societal buy‑in.

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