Economies are supposed to serve human ends.. not the other way round. We forget at our peril that markets make a good servant, a bad master and a worse religion.
Amory LovinsRead
Our energy future is choice, not fate. Oil dependence is a problem we need no longer have-and it's cheaper not to. U.S. oil dependence can be eliminated by proven and attractive technologies that create wealth, enhance choice, and strengthen common security.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The future of our energy sources is determined by the choices we make, not by destiny.
This quote emphasizes that rather than being resigned to a future reliant on oil, we have the power to choose and implement alternative technologies that can reduce our dependence on fossil fuels. It highlights the possibility of achieving energy independence through innovative solutions that not only address environmental concerns but also provide economic benefits and improve national security.
Themes
EnergyChoiceTechnologyDependenceSustainability
In practice
Example use cases
This quote could be used in a presentation about renewable energy solutions.
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