This over-consumption is also manifest in our use of raw materials. It can even be found in our dietary habits... . People are well aware of this. The root of the problem lies in a selfish world view which inflates personal consumption beyond the essential.

In North America and Western Europe, ten percent of the population of the world consumes fifty percent of its energy.

One of the treasures of nature is beauty; this, too, should be preserved.

Particular nuisances (are) smoke, sewage odours, dust and similar aerosols, and vibrations.

The beauty of the environment is an important factor in the quality of life.

The real danger to the Earth lies in this excessive consumption.

This over-consumption is also manifest in our use of raw materials. It can even be found in our dietary habits... . People are well aware of this. The root of the problem lies in a selfish world view which inflates personal consumption beyond the essential.