In every case, the environmental hazards were made known only by independent scientists, who were often bitterly opposed by the corporations responsible for the hazards. – Barry Commoner
Earth Day 1970 was irrefutable evidence that the American people understood the environmental threat and wanted action to resolve it. – Barry Commoner
The environmental crisis is a global problem, and only global action will resolve it. – Barry Commoner
The age of innocent faith in science and technology may be over. – Barry Commoner
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