If the reason you’re taking on a mission is for the money you’ll make, I believe you’ll fail.
John DoerrRead
Green technologies - going green - is bigger than the Internet. It could be the biggest economic opportunity of the 21st century.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Green technologies represent a significant economic opportunity for future growth.
In this quote, John Doerr emphasizes the transformative potential of green technologies, suggesting that they could surpass even the impact of the Internet in shaping the economy of the 21st century. This highlights the urgency and importance of developing sustainable practices and innovations not only for environmental reasons but also for future economic prosperity.
Themes
Green TechnologyEconomic OpportunitySustainabilityInnovation21St Century
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used in an environmental conference to inspire attendees about the future of green technologies.
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