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“Put simply, if we do not redirect our extraction and production systems and change the way we distribute, consume, and dispose of our stuff - what I sometimes call the take-make-waste model - the economy as it is will kill the planet.”

Quote by Annie Leonard

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Annie Leonard is a renowned advocate for environmental protection and sustainability. Born in 1964, she has dedicated her career to raising awareness about the environmental impact of consumerism and the importance of sustainable living. Leonard is known for her influential work in documenting the lifecycle of consumer products and advocating for systemic changes in the global economy. more

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