Nature is not a drag on growth - its protection is an unavoidable prerequisite for sustaining economic development.

A broad and joined-up approach is needed if we are to match human demands with the capacity of the planet

We are developing all sorts of technologies based on what we have learnt from birds, animals and soils. Pollination is worth £billions. But it also highlights how nature is so interconnected.

The US is responsible for 25 percent of the world's greenhouse gas emissions. It should take responsibility for leading the way.

Nature is our biggest ally in poverty reduction and achieving human welfare

From Indian vultures to Chinese bees, Nature provides the 'natural services' that keep the economy going

We have lost sight of the dependence we have on nature in economics

The coming week in The Hague may prove to be one of the most important in the three-and-a-half-billion year history of life on earth.

Use time to discover who you are

I wish you self-esteem so high – you're humble.

No matter how many people give me advice, I am going to do what my heart tells me to do

Ain't we all been hurt by slavery?

Nature is visible Spirit; Spirit is invisible Nature.

Guard you thoughts as you would your wallet. Habit is stronger than reason.

I stand on the sidewalk watching it because the responsibility is mine and I must, I take a very firm hold on the handles of the baby carriage and I wheel it into the traffic.

There are two ways to conquer and enslave a country. One is by the sword. The other is by debt.

Apart from the mercy of God, there is no other source of hope for mankind.

Those who think are excessively few; and those few do not set themselves to disturb the world.