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Balance Quote by William J. Clinton

“This is a huge problem. If we don't deal with this within just a few years, you will have island nations flooded; you will have the agricultural balance of most countries completely changed; you will have a dramatic increase in the number of severe, unmanageable weather events... And the good news…” quote by William J. Clinton
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“This is a huge problem. If we don't deal with this within just a few years, you will have island nations flooded; you will have the agricultural balance of most countries completely changed; you will have a dramatic increase in the number of severe, unmanageable weather events... And the good news is that we can now deal with this problem - and strengthen our economic growth, not weaken it.”

William J. Clinton

About This Quote

Source Speech: Climate Change Address, 2007

Climate change threatens islands and agriculture, but mitigation can boost economies.

In simple terms: Global warming harms many, yet action can create growth.

Key Takeaway

Invest in climate solutions now.

Themes

environment economics future planning

Mood

urgent hopeful

Type

political inspirational

When to use this quote

  • policy making
  • urban planning
  • agricultural adaptation

Key Concepts

sustainability risk management

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can we fund green initiatives?
  • What policies best balance growth and climate?
A Different Perspective

Implementation costs may be high.

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