Quote by Barry Commoner

What I have experienced over time is that environmental problems are easier to deal with in ways that don't go into their interconnections to the rest of what we are.

What I have experienced over time is that environmental prob

Summary

This quote suggests that addressing environmental issues becomes simpler when we focus on isolated solutions rather than considering their broader connections to our existence. It suggests that tackling problems without acknowledging their relationship to other aspects of our lives, such as social, economic, and political spheres, may provide short-term solutions but hinder a holistic and sustainable approach. The quote implies that a more comprehensive and integrated perspective is required to effectively address environmental challenges.

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By Barry Commoner

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