I'm really interested in how you create a whole new economy of recycling. It's literally the 'underground economy.' All this stuff that on the surface creates growth and profit, ends up with waste, junk, and CO2. So how do you make it economic to bring new players into the ball game?
Interpretation
The quote emphasizes the importance of recycling and creating a sustainable economy that minimizes waste.
Peter Senge highlights the need for a new economic model that prioritizes recycling and sustainability. He points out that while existing economic activities may generate profit and growth, they often lead to environmental degradation through waste and carbon emissions. Senge challenges us to rethink how to integrate more sustainable practices and new participants into this 'underground economy' to create a system that benefits both the environment and the economy.
In practice
In a seminar on environmental sustainability, to highlight the need for new economic models.
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