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24 Sustainability Quotes

Sustainability quotes serve as a reminder that our actions, both big and small, have a profound impact on the environment and future generations.

Sustainability Quotes

Sustainability quotes serve as a reminder that our actions, both big and small, have a profound impact on the environment and future generations.

They encourage us to be conscious of our choices, take responsibility for our planet, and work towards a more sustainable future.

In this post, we’ll explore some inspiring sustainability quotes that can inspire and guide us on our journey towards a greener, more eco-friendly world.


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“Sustainability is no longer about doing less harm. It’s about doing more good.” – Jochen Zeitz

“The greatest threat to our planet is the belief that someone else will save it.” – Robert Swan


Sustainability is important because we all are responsible to nourish our planet. And real food should be delicious, safe, affordable, and accessible to all. All without compromise. Denise Morrison


“Resilience is all about being able to overcome the unexpected. Sustainability is about survival. The goal of resilience is to thrive.” Jamais Cascio


“The earth is not dying, it is being killed, and those who are killing it have names and addresses.” – Utah Phillips


After all, sustainability means running the global environment – Earth Inc. – like a corporation: with depreciation, amortization and maintenance accounts. In other words, keeping the asset whole, rather than undermining your natural capital. – Maurice Strong


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Sustainability is a part of our ‘rise’ philosophy. You cannot rise if you take more from the community than you put back. – Anand Mahindra

“Sustainability, ensuring the future of life on Earth, is an infinite game, the endless expression of generosity on behalf of all.” – Paul Hawken


My main issue is sustainability of the Earth, and protection of those animals and people who dwell here. – Lynda Resnick


Everything depends on our ability to sustainably inhabit this earth, and true sustainability will require us all to change our way of thinking on how we take from the earth and how we give back. – Deb Haaland


Since most corporate competitors have the same problems with sustainability and social reputation, it’s worth trying to solve them together. – Simon Mainwaring


If you look at the state of our planet, the next generations won’t be around if we consider sustainability as a gimmick. – Jochen Zeitz


From a sustainability standpoint, look for natural products, but not all chemicals are bad. Learn what works for you. – Jane Lauder


Sustainability Quotes for inspiration

In the 21st century, I think the heroes will be the people who will improve the quality of life, fight poverty and introduce more sustainability. – Bertrand Piccard


Sustainability has to be a way of life to be a way of business. – Anand Mahindra


When sustainability is viewed as being a matter of survival for your business, I believe you can create massive change. – Cameron Sinclair


We don’t have to sacrifice a strong economy for a healthy environment. – Dennis Weaver


Climate change knows no borders. It will not stop before the Pacific islands and the whole of the international community here has to shoulder a responsibility to bring about a sustainable development. – Angela Merkel


Sustainability can’t be like some sort of a moral sacrifice or political dilemma or a philanthropical cause. It has to be a design challenge. – Bjarke Ingels


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The plundering for profit of the world’s natural resources has threatened the very sustainability of the planet. – John McDonnell

We owe it to ourselves and to the next generation to conserve the environment so that we can bequeath our children a sustainable world that benefits all. – Wangari Maathai


Climate change is destroying our path to sustainability. Ours is a world of looming challenges and increasingly limited resources. Sustainable development offers the best chance to adjust our course. – Ban Ki-moon


Our world is evolving without consideration, and the result is a loss of biodiversity, energy issues, congestion in cities. But geography, if used correctly, can be used to redesign sustainable and more livable cities. – Jack Dangermond


There’s a lot of talk about sustainability; being a manufacturer I’ve seen a lot. You can’t really be totally sustainable if you’re making new clothing. You can use recycled polyester, but you’ve still got to dye it and finish it. Some brands say they are totally sustainable, but they’re not. – Touker Suleyman

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