Quote by Mason Cooley

Human society sustains itself by transforming nature into garbage.

Human society sustains itself by transforming nature into ga

Summary

This quote suggests that the functioning of human society heavily relies on the transformation of natural resources into waste or garbage. It highlights the concept of consumption and the inevitable outcome of waste generation. It implies that humans tend to deplete natural resources for their needs and desires, ultimately leading to the production of waste that can harm the environment. The quote may serve as a reminder of the necessity to find sustainable alternatives to lessen the negative impact of society's consumption habits on nature.

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By Mason Cooley

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