I happen to think that those who go around having loads of children and grandchildren are not doing
the planet any favours. You could argue that it is probably the single most environmentally
damaging activity of all, since giving birth ensures an average 70 or so years of environmental
degradation, especially if you live in the rich world. I voluntarily decided to not have children
and instead had a small and relatively painless operation - so I can spend more time dedicating my
efforts to a better, more sustainable future for all.
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Ralph Horne
Senior Lecturer in Environmental Management
Resources Research Unit
School of Environment and Development
Sheffield Hallam University
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