Much of the debate over global warming is predicated on fear, rather than science. James Inhofe debatefearglobal Change image and share on social
One of the most important lessons we can glean from the environmental movement is to 'think globally and act locally.' Mike Love actenvironmentalglean Change image and share on social
In the rich world, the environmental situation has improved dramatically. In the United States, the most important environmental indicator, particulate air pollution, has been cut by more than half since 1955, rivers and coastal waters have dramatically improved, and forests are increasing. Bjorn Lomborg aircoastalcut share on social
The main environmental challenge of the 21st century is poverty. When you don't know where your next meal is coming from, it's hard to consider the environment 100 years down the line. Bjorn Lomborg 21stcenturychallenge Change image and share on social
I am on the board of corporations who contribute both to environmental problems and their solutions. And I am on the NGO side: the Earth Council and other organizations. Maurice Strong boardcontributecorporation Change image and share on social
Ten percent of the big fish still remain. There are still some blue whales. There are still some krill in Antarctica. There are a few oysters in Chesapeake Bay. Half the coral reefs are still in pretty good shape, a jeweled belt around the middle of the planet. There's still time, but not a lot, to turn things around. Sylvia Earle antarcticabaybelt share on social
Like I said, I'm more worried long term about the environmental issues then the use of arms. Hans Blix armenvironmentalissue Change image and share on social
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. Barry Commoner dealeasyenvironmental Change image and share on social
Fundamentally, if you look at where the environmental issues are coming from, it's all because of humans and our impact on the environment, so while it's true that one individual is not going to sufficiently fix the environment, it is a necessary thing. David Filo comeenvironmentenvironmental share on social
In places where this beauty has already disappeared, we will reconstruct it. Fritz Todt beautydisappearplace Change image and share on social